Hybrid Aviation Design Engineer / Manager

Talisman Corporation

San Francisco, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Aviation Industry, Billing, Budgeting, Business Administration, CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Communications Protocols, Construction Planning, Customer Relations, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Electricity, Financial Projections, Forecasting, Insurance, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Mentoring, Persuasion Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Production Support, Production Systems, Professional Engineer, Project Design, Project Schedule, Quality Assurance, Regulations, Systems Engineering, Team Lead/Manager, Technical/Engineering Design
LOCATION
San Francisco, CA
POSTED
Today

We're partnered with a world-class infrastructure consultancy to find an Aviation Design Engineer/Manager to support projects at the San Francisco International Airport. We're looking for a seasoned aviation engineer who leads from the front: guiding teams, owning client relationships, and delivering landmark airfield projects from concept to completion.You'll serve as a senior technical and managerial leader, overseeing airfield and landside design projects while mentoring junior engineers and acting as the primary point of contact for clients and regulatory agencies. This is a high-visibility role for someone who is equally comfortable reviewing design drawings and presenting to airport leadership - someone who takes ownership and drives results. You'll coordinate across disciplines including runway and taxiway design, drainage, geotechnical, and electrical - acting as the central hub that keeps everything aligned.What you'll leadOversee airfield and landside project design – reviewing sketches, concepts, drawings, and specifications produced by engineers, subconsultants, and CAD designersGuide and mentor junior professionals and technical staff through all phases of design and draftingCoordinate across airfield disciplines including runway and taxiway design, drainage systems, geotechnical work, and electrical – ensuring all workstreams stay integrated and on trackRepresent the firm's multidisciplinary capabilities directly to airport clients, from conceptual planning through construction administrationManage project quality assurance, communication protocols, deliverable standards, and progress reportingMonitor project schedules, budgets, and billing – escalating financial or performance issues to senior leadership proactivelyCoordinate between internal teams, clients, and regulatory agencies to keep complex projects aligned and on trackManage weekly workload forecasting and manpower planning for your teamWhat you bringBachelor's degree in Engineering (required); graduate degree or MBA coursework is a plusActive PE license (CA preferred)10‑15 years of experience in airfield design, project production and technical engineeringProven ability to manage teams, client relationships, and project financials simultaneouslyStrong public speaking, interpersonal, and persuasive communication skillsProficiency with production support systems and standard engineering softwareWhat we offerMedical, dental, and vision insuranceCompany‑paid life insurance and short‑ and long‑term disabilityEmployer‑matched 401(k) with 100% vestingEmployee stock purchase planPaid time off and flexible work optionsEmployee assistance program and recognition programsA culture grounded in safety, integrity, collaboration, innovation, and excellenceCompensationCompetitive salary: $165,000 – $200,000 (based on experience, skills, and location)LocationSan Francisco, CA (HYBRID). Relocation assistance is provided.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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Talisman Corporation