Technical Designer - Aviation - Mid Level

Gensler; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Health insurance

401k plan

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Gensler seeks a Technical Designer for our Aviation-focused Cities Studio in San Francisco/Seattle. You will blend creativity with technical skill to deliver functionally beautiful aviation spaces and lead parts of the design and documentation process.

With 6+ years of aviation experience, you will manage complex coordination across disciplines and guide junior staff, applying sustainable design practices and LEED-oriented considerations throughout projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture.
• 6+ years of aviation project experience preferred.
• Passionate about aviation projects.
• Collaborative problem solver and a willingness to listen and learn.
• Proficient with Revit; detailing and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on large aviation design-build teams.
• Coordinate documentation with structural, MEP, lighting, AV, civil consultants.
• Support communication between project team, clients, vendors, contractors and officials.
• Directly supervise design and technical delivery with Project Leads.
• Work with project management to execute plans for large, complex projects.
• Operate independently on wide range of large, complex projects.

Skills

Revit

AutoCAD

Bluebeam Revu

SketchUp

3ds Max

Adobe Photoshop

InDesign

Illustrator

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Bluebeam Revu

SketchUp

MS Office

3ds Max

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

General Information

• Posting Date: 07-31-2026
• Time Type: Full-Time
• Job ID: 8764
• Areas of Expertise: Aviation
• Job Category: Architecture

Locations

San Francisco, CA, US

• Posting Location: Seattle, WA, US

Description

At Gensler, we design for people. We leverage our global perspective and local presence to innovate at every scale. We're not just designers. We're tinkerers, craftspeople, visionaries, innovators and thought leaders. Fueled by passion and entrepreneurial spirit, our people bring new ideas to solve challenging problems. Whether you're into sketching new ideas, hacking a building or growing client relationships in global markets, there's something here for everyone.

Your Role

Gensler's San Francisco and Seattle offices are seeking a Technical Designer with a passion for Aviation to join our Cities Studio. As a Gensler Technical Designer, your job is to combine creativity and technical knowledge with business skills and understanding to produce functionally beautiful spaces for clients. As part of our team at Gensler you will be a part of a team that creates impactful and memorable experiences that will be remembered for a lifetime. Your successful track record on these architectural projects and ability to problem solve both individually and part of a team makes Gensler a perfect place to cultivate your career.

What You Will Do

• Work collaboratively on large progressive design-build aviation teams
• Manage client, team and project coordination, including full documentation coordination with structural, MEP, lighting, AV, civil consultants etc
• Support communication between project team, clients, vendors, contractors, consultants, and building and permitting officials
• Responsible for coordination with Project Leads to directly supervise the teams' design and technical delivery
• Work closely with project management to execute plans for all segments within large and complex projects
• Ability to work independently on a wide range of large, complex and/or highly specialized projects
• Demonstrates and shares expertise over advanced techniques, concepts, and methods related to technical design
• Works on critical projects with firmwide impact
• Possesses advanced analytical skills in addition to unique aviation knowledge and expertise
• Creates networks and may serve as external spokesperson in the aviation practice area
• Leads interaction with clients
• Acts independently and receives oversight from managerial staff in the form of broad objectives
• Regularly exercises creativity and makes independent decisions
• Provides technical direction to less experienced team members
• Provide technical guidance and innovative solutions to resolve complex technical and design challenges
• Maintain project manual and specifications
• Conduct and document site visits, process submittals, substitution requests, and RFI's during construction

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture
• 6+ years of experience, aviation project experience preferred
• Must be passionate about Aviation projects
• Must have an open and collaborative approach to problem solving and a willingness to listen and learn from others
• Experience with Revit, AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, SketchUp, 3dMax, Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), and MS Office
• Must have a working fluency in Revit, including detailing and documentation
• Working on large teams with multiple models/workflows
• Working knowledge of local building codes, standards, building construction, and building structures
• Experience working on large project teams, interest in alternative delivery methods
• Ability to own the entirety of an issue from concept to completion.
• Demonstrated commitment to sustainability and sustainable building practices required. -Portfolios should include at least 1 project with this particular focus, and candidates should be prepared to talk to this in their interview, especially built projects with LEED, Living Building Challenge, WELL Building Standard, Fitwel and /or Net Zero Building certification.

Bay Area: The base salary will be estimated between $85,000 - $105,000, plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience.

Seattle: The base salary will be estimated between $80,000 - $95,000, plus bonuses and benefits and contingent on relevant experience.

Life at Gensler

At Gensler, we are as committed to enjoying life as we are to delivering best-in-class design. From curated art exhibits to internal design competitions to "Well-being Awareness Week," our offices reflect our people's diverse interests.

We encourage every person at Gensler to lead a healthy and balanced life. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, profit sharing, employee stock ownership, and twice annual bonus opportunities. Our annual base salary range has been established based on local markets.

As part of the firm's commitment to licensure and professional development, Gensler offers reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees. In addition, we reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes. We view our professional development programs as strategic investments in our future.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

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