Senior Aviation Programs Leader – Airport Infrastructure

AECOM; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 310,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an experienced Aviation Senior Program Manager to lead major Texas airport development and capital improvement programs. The role is based in San Antonio, TX, onsite, and requires strategic direction, oversight, and leadership across planning, design, and construction.

You will collaborate with airport authorities, multidisciplinary teams, and external partners to drive program execution, mitigate risks, and align with client objectives.

Qualifications

• BA/BS and 12+ years of related experience in aviation program management, including 4 years in a leadership role.
• Must pass airport-specific background checks and obtain badges/clearances.
• Preferred: Master’s degree, PMP, FAA standards knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full lifecycle of large aviation development programs from planning to construction.
• Provide executive leadership and direction to technical teams and stakeholders.
• Establish governance, reporting, and performance metrics for programs.
• Manage budgets, schedules, risks, and cost forecasts across projects.
• Ensure compliance with FAA standards and environmental requirements.

Skills

Aviation PM

Program leadership

Stakeholder management

FAA standards

Cross-functional leadership

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree

PMP certification

Tools

Program controls systems

Job description

AECOM is seeking an experienced Aviation Senior Program Manager to lead major Texas airport development and capital improvement programs. The role is based in San Antonio, TX, onsite, and requires strategic direction, oversight, and leadership across planning, design, and construction.

You will collaborate with airport authorities, multidisciplinary teams, and external partners to drive program execution, mitigate risks, and align with client objectives.