May 24, 2021
Successful Recruitment at SAV
Steven Baldwin Associates (SBA) is pleased to announce the appointment of James “Jim” Aiello as the new Airport Engineer at Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport (SAV) in Savannah, Georgia.
Mr. Aiello, who previously worked within the Harrisburg International Airport system in Pennsylvania, will begin his new role in June 2021. His appointment strengthens SAV’s engineering department and supports the airport’s long-term growth and infrastructure initiatives.
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About Jim Aiello
Mr. Aiello is a seasoned engineering professional with more than 20 years of experience in aviation infrastructure and project management. His career spans a wide range of airfield projects, including:
Taxiway reconstruction
Obstruction removal
Installation of navigational aids (navaids)
Runway rehabilitation
Airfield maintenance projects
Most recently, Aiello served as Airport Project Manager for the Susquehanna Area Regional Airport Authority, which oversees Harrisburg International Airport (MDT), Capital City Airport (CXY), Franklin County Regional Airport (N68), and Gettysburg Regional Airport (W05).
He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering Technology with a concentration in Transportation from the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown and is an Engineer in Training (EIT).
Leadership Welcome
SAV Executive Director Gregory B. Kelly praised the appointment, stating:
“SAV is pleased that SBA has not only found a qualified candidate for our Airport Engineer vacancy, but also one that is a perfect match for our culture and staff. SBA’s recruitment process is very professional and very effective for both parties in the hiring equation. It is with great pleasure and high expectations that we welcome Jim to team SAV.”
Mr. Aiello expressed enthusiasm for his new role, saying:
“I look forward to becoming a valuable member of the SAV engineering department to support and advance the goals of the Savannah Airport Commission, Executive Director Greg Kelly, and his incredible team. My family and I are excited to start the next chapter of our lives in the Savannah/Hilton Head area, and I’m thankful to be given this opportunity.”
About Steven Baldwin Associates
Steven Baldwin Associates is dedicated exclusively to airport management consulting, supporting airport operators, owners, and policymakers across the U.S. With decades of experience, SBA provides services in governance, organizational assessments, executive recruitment, and strategic planning, helping airports achieve operational excellence and sustainable growth.
FAQs
1. Who was appointed Airport Engineer at SAV?
James “Jim” Aiello.
2. What is his professional background?
Over 20 years of engineering and project management experience in aviation.
3. What types of projects has he led?
Taxiway reconstruction, obstruction removal, navaid installation, runway rehabilitation, and more.
4. Where did he previously work?
At the Susquehanna Area Regional Airport Authority, overseeing Harrisburg International Airport and three GA airports.
5. What is his educational background?
A Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering Technology from the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown.
6. What role did SBA play?
SBA led the national recruitment process and facilitated the successful appointment.
Conclusion
The appointment of Jim Aiello as Airport Engineer at Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport underscores SBA’s continued success in executive recruitment for airports nationwide. With his decades of experience and engineering expertise, Aiello will play a key role in advancing SAV’s infrastructure and supporting its strategic growth.
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