Senior (Aviation) Professional Engineer / Project Manager, Transportation - Airfield Infrastructure
Tkda· Civil Engineering· Apr 17, 2026 · 6mo agoPosted 193 days ago
Riverside, California
Hybrid
Full-time
Manager
$142K–$185K
15+ years exp
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Job description
TKDA’s Aviation Engineering Team brings expertise in airfield / airport engineering & planning, integrated solutions, and comprehensive services. We are seeking a Senior Civil Professional Engineer / Project Manager who has expertise in Aviation (airfield, airport and/or commercial airline) projects and client management expertise who has expertise in Aviation (airfield, airport and/or commercial airline) projects and client management expertise with a demonstrated history of leading airport, airfield, FAA-funded, and aviation infrastructure projects.
As shown by our extensive portfolio , TKDA has a proven history of developing long-term and sustainable aviation planning and design solutions for diverse clients, from large international airports to general aviation airfields and military bases.
We take a “Seller-Doer” approach to business development. You will collaborate with the Vice President of Aviation to further advance our services and enhance our reputation by contributing to the development of marketing plans, cultivating / maintaining relations with clients and agency representatives, tracking prospective opportunities, developing proposals, and delivering client presentations.
TKDA is currently located in San Bernardino with plans to relocate to Downtown Riverside
by October 2026. Additional information about the exact location of our Riverside office will be communicated by late May 2026 through a formal press release or ‘News’ post.
Responsibilities
Lead design and planning for a variety of complex site development and airfield design projects
Lead project teams and managing project scopes, schedules, financials, and technical requirements.
Coach/ mentor less experienced professionals with an emphasis on technical design standards and quality control
Serve as a technical expert in collaborative engineering environment
Travel to project sites to develop strong rapport and ongoing relationships with current and potential clients
Collaborate with passionate engineers, designers, technicians, and planners to provide engineering services to airports across the country including small general aviation airports, large international commercial airports, and military bases
Attend industry related conferences, trainings and other events to strengthen expertise and foster relationships with potential project partners and clients.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in civil engineering
Registered as a Professional Engineer in the State of California
Minimum of 15 years of design experience related to aviation, transportation, site development or municipal projects; well-versed in the design of roadways, utilities, site grading, drainage and storm water management
Prefer minimum of 15 years of civil engineering design experience, including significant experience with aviation, airport, airfield, or FAA-funded infrastructure projects.
Minimum of 2 years of project management experience
Reside within or open to relocate to the Riverside, CA area
Prior business development experience demonstrated by a track record of maintaining client relations and securing new project opportunities
Proficiency preparing plan sets, specifications, and construction cost estimates
Ability to apply effective written and verbal communication when developing proposals, preparing technical reports, participating in or leading project team meetings, and delivering client or public presentations
Flexibility to travel as needed (up to 20%) for team meetings, client consultations, public meetings, site assessments/visits, marketing presentations/interviews, conferences, etc.; Occasional overnight travel may be required
Must possess a valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record
Authorization to work permanently in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship. TKDA does not provide employment visa sponsorship or transfers.
Preferred Qualifications
5- 15 years of Aviation project experience
Previous training or experience with Civil 3D and/or AutoCAD
Previous training or experience with ArcGIS
Previous design experience with airfield or airport infrastructure projects
Previous experience preparing proposals and contract documentation
Familiarity with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and procedures
Upon acceptance of a conditional offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre-employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history.
In addition, to be considered for this opportunity and to perform the assigned responsibilities, the selected candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must be able to complete and pass any background, security, and/or drug test requests required by TKDA, clients, and state and/or federal agencies responsible for aviation operations as an on-going condition of employment.
100% Employee-Owned
At TKDA, every employee is an owner. From the front desk to the corner office, every one of our 450 professionals thrive on collaboration and holistic development. Our success is collective, and so are the rewards.
Comprehensive Benefits
Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one
Annual Incentive Plan: Eligible for discretionary bonuses
HSA Contributions: Receive monthly employer contributions if you choose an HSA-eligible plan
401(k) Match: Get employer matching on your 401(k) deferrals
ESOP: Benefit from our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, funded entirely by company profits
Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO based on your professional experience and enjoy eight paid holidays per year
Upon receiving a formal offer, you will get a personalized Total Compensation Overview (TCO) to see how everything adds up and what it looks like to be part of our community.
TKDA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, all applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
** All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future visa sponsorship needs or requirements. ** TKDA does not sponsor any type of employment visas, including but not limited to H‑1B, F‑1 OPT/CPT, TN, or other work authorization programs.
*Pre-Employment Screening*
Upon acceptance of a conditional offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre-employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history.
*** Notice to Recruiters and Placement Agencies * * *
TKDA will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or placement agencies unless a service agreement is in place. In the event TKDA receives an unsolicited resume without a service agreement in place, TKDA will not be obligated to pay a service fee of any amount nor will TKDA be held liable to terms or conditions under any agreement of any kind that has not been authorized in writing by a TKDA officer.
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