Aviation Engineering Design Manager

Pierce Goodwin Alexander & Linville, Inc.; Georgia; Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Job summary

A national design firm is looking for an experienced Aviation Engineering Design Manager to lead their aviation projects from multiple locations. This role includes managing a high-performing team, ensuring successful project delivery, and collaborating on diverse aviation-related initiatives. Candidates must have significant experience in aviation civil engineering design, a relevant degree, and strong technical skills including FAA regulations knowledge. PGAL offers a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in aviation civil engineering design and project management.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required in TX, CA, or VA.
• Strong knowledge of FAA regulations related to airport design.

Responsibilities

• Support design needs and mentor a team for project delivery.
• Collaborate on goals for various airport projects.
• Manage multiple projects with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Aviation civil engineering design

Project management

Communication skills

Leadership

FAA regulations knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

Aviplan

AutoCAD

Civil3D

Job description

Career Opportunities with Pierce Goodwin Alexander & Linville, Inc.

A great place to work.

PGAL is a national design firm specializing in architecture, engineering, interiors, and planning for a diverse group of public and private sector clients. We believe great design grows from a supportive, energized environment. That’s why we encourage initiative, value diverse perspectives, and give team members the opportunity to take meaningful ownership of their work. From your first day at PGAL, you will be part of a collaborative process where your voice matters and your contributions make a real impact. If you are seeking a firm where design excellence is matched by commitment to professional development and a culture that values people, PGAL offers a place to thrive and grow.

PGAL is seeking a dynamic and experienced Aviation Engineering Design Manager to support our existing aviation projects, pursue new opportunities, and contribute to the growth of our aviation engineering group. This seller‑doer role entails building and managing a high‑performing team, collaborating closely with our established architectural aviation group on nationwide projects, and driving new business opportunities across both landside and airside sectors.

This role can be based in our Houston, Dallas, Los Angeles, or Alexandria offices, with opportunities to lead efforts and support aviation pursuits nationwide, contributing to PGAL’s reputation as a leader in aviation design across the country.

As the Aviation Engineering Design Manager, you will oversee all aspects of project delivery, including contract management, team leadership, quality assurance, and financial performance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support design needs and mentor a team to ensure the successful delivery of projects that include the design of taxiways, taxilanes, aprons, roadways, stormwater, and utility infrastructure
• Collaborate with architecture and engineering leadership to develop goals, growth plans, and implement strategic initiatives for a variety of airside and landside airport projects, including but not limited to:
  • Commercial and General Aviation Airport master planning
  • Passenger terminal redevelopment programs
  • FAA movement area expansions and reconstruction
  • Airfield utility infrastructure assessments
• Support business development efforts in the aviation engineering market and support collaborative architecture/engineering aviation pursuits to help expand PGAL’s strong nationwide aviation presence.
• Help build and lead a high‑performing team of aviation engineers to execute new project delivery and provide engineering support for architectural aviation projects. Lead aviation engineering pursuits while developing, maintaining, and growing key client relationships in commercial service and general aviation.
• Coordinate with airport authorities, airlines, federal agencies, and other stakeholders, including construction administration/management as well as PGAL's Architecture and Civil Engineering Teams.
• Actively participate in industry initiatives and events to maintain PGAL’s presence and leadership in aviation design, including recruiting qualified personnel.
• Manage multiple projects with cross‑functional teams.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years of experience in aviation civil engineering design and project management
• Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an accredited university
• A Professional Engineer (PE) license is required in TX, CA, or VA, with the expectation that licensure in all three states will ultimately be necessary. Additional state licensures are a plus.
• Strong knowledge of and experience in the application of FAA Advisory Circulars for airport design and construction, including taxiways, taxilanes, aircraft parking aprons, grading/drainage, and pavement markings, and other federal regulation processes such as preparation of FAA 7460‑1 applications and 49 CFR Par 77 analyses
• Self‑motivated and results‑driven, with a focus on meeting individual and strategic goals for the aviation engineering group
• Aviplan, AutoCAD, and Civil3D experience and/or working knowledge of design software preferred
• Excellent communication, management, and organizational abilities
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship

PGAL offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan, and profit sharing. We also offer PTO and paid family leave.

If you are highly motivated, detail-oriented, and enthusiastic, with the ability to prioritize, organize, and maintain a positive attitude in a fast‑paced environment, please apply.

PGAL is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

PGAL is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.