Southeast US Airport Engineering Discipline Lead - Aviation

Description

• Serve as a thought leader, contributing to white papers, best practices, and planning
• Serve as the senior leader for complex airport planning and infrastructure projects, including airport master plans, airport layout plans, runways, taxiways, aprons, drainage systems, utility infrastructure, and airside/landside
• Stay current with FAA regulations, engineering best practices, and emerging technologies relevant to airport design and construction.
• Represent the company at state and national aviation engineering forums, technical panels, and professional conferences (e.g., ACC, AAAE, ACI-NA).
• Lead and mentor multidisciplinary project teams, fostering a collaborative and high- performance work culture.
• Provide strategic leadership and technical oversight for aviation planning/engineering projects in the Southeast US, ensuring alignment with client needs and organizational objectives.
• Coordinate with internal departments including CAD design Hub, operational support lead, engineering, environmental, architecture, survey, and GIS to integrate planning initiatives across
• Participate in business development activities, including identifying opportunities, building client relationships, leading proposals, and conducting presentations.
• Oversee technical quality control/assurance processes, ensuring the delivery of accurate, cost- effective, and constructible solutions.
• Act as a primary point of contact for key clients, including airport sponsors, FAA and state aviation representatives, and local jurisdictions.
• Guide teams through all project phases planning, design, permitting, bidding, and construction support while ensuring compliance with FAA standards and local agency requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in airport/aviation management, Airport Planning or Civil Engineering or related engineering
• Master’s degree is a plus, especially in fields related to airport planning, civil engineering, transportation, infrastructure, construction management, or business management.
• Experience with construction phasing, cost estimation, and coordination with contractors and airport operations.
• Strong background in engineering design and project management software (e.g., Civil 3D, AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and drainage modeling tools).
• Demonstrated leadership in managing large-scale airside and landside engineering projects for commercial service and general aviation airports.
• Proven success in leading multi-disciplinary teams, managing budgets/schedules, and delivering results on time and within scope.
• Strong business acumen with experience in strategic growth, client development, and proposal leadership.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license may be required; multi-state licensure or ability to obtain is a
• In-depth knowledge of FAA Advisory Circulars (particularly AC 150 series), Airport Improvement Program (AIP), and other regulatory frameworks.
• A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in airport planning or civil engineering is required, with a strong track record of FAA-funded airport projects. Candidates with 20 or more years of experience are strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for both internal team collaboration and external client engagement.

Benefits

• Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
• Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth
• Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives.
• Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing.
• Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow.
• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
• Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career.
• Ongoing professional development through industry certifications or training
• Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance