Assistant Department Manager - Aviation
About ABNA Engineering
At ABNA, we’re more than engineers—we’re community builders. Headquartered in the vibrant heart of Midtown St. Louis, we are a multidisciplinary firm driven by trust, family, diversity, passion, and leadership. We are committed to delivering innovative infrastructure solutions that shape the future of our cities and transportation systems.
Position Overview
ABNA is seeking a dynamic and visionary Assistant Department Manager - Aviation to lead and expand our aviation engineering practice across the Midwest, with a focus on major transportation hubs in St. Louis and Chicago. This strategic leadership role will oversee the planning, design, and execution of airside and landside infrastructure projects, ensuring technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and client satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage aviation infrastructure projects including runways, taxiways, aprons, terminals, and support facilities.
- Serve as the primary liaison with airport authorities, FAA, DOT, and other regulatory agencies.
- Develop and implement strategic growth plans for the aviation sector in alignment with ABNA’s mission and business goals.
- Provide technical oversight and quality assurance for all aviation-related engineering deliverables.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including civil, electrical, and environmental engineers.
- Mentor and develop a high-performing team of aviation engineers and project managers.
- Drive innovation in sustainable airport design, smart infrastructure, and resilience planning.
- Manage budgets, schedules, and client relationships to ensure successful project delivery