Senior Program Manager, Aviation

TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions. Job Summary TYLin is seeking a Senior Program Manager – Aviation Engineering to lead major aviation infrastructure programs throughout Arizona, California and Nevada. This high-impact position emphasizes program-level leadership, strategic planning, and stakeholder management for capital improvement programs at commercial service airports. You will serve as a trusted advisor to airport authorities, airlines, and public agencies—bringing technical expertise and strategic vision to the planning, design coordination, and implementation of complex aviation programs. With a strong pipeline of opportunities across the Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions, this role is ideal for a leader who is excited to shape the future of aviation across multiple jurisdictions. Responsibilities & Qualifications What You’ll Do: Provide program-level oversight for aviation capital improvement programs, managing airside, landside, and terminal infrastructure initiatives from planning through delivery. Serve as a strategic partner to clients throughout the Southwest Region of the U.S., helping navigate funding, policy, and regulatory challenges. Lead multidisciplinary teams and coordinate with subconsultants, agency partners, and contractors across multiple airports and jurisdictions. Manage stakeholder relationships, interface management, and program reporting to ensure alignment with FAA standards, client objectives, and local goals. Oversee activities related to program controls, design management, environmental review, and construction support. Support TYLin’s expansion in the Southwest Region by leading proposal efforts, interviews, and pursuit strategies for new and upcoming aviation programs. Represent TYLin at key industry events such as AAAE, ACI-NA, and regional aviation forums to maintain visibility and contribute to industry dialogue. Report to Phoenix AZ Office Travel 20% of the time What You’ll Bring: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field; PMP certification or Master’s degree a plus. 15+ years of aviation experience, with a focus on program management and oversight of capital improvement programs at large or medium hub airports. FAA regulations knowledge with emphasis on, AIP/BIL funding, and aviation program delivery models. Prior experience with public-sector clients in the Southwest Region PE license with one of the following states AZ, CA, NV or ability to obtain within 6-months Proven ability to lead multi-agency programs and foster strong relationships with airport sponsors, contractors, and stakeholders. Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills. Additional Information #LI-DNP TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions. We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering. Collaboration, mission-driven focus, discipline, and leadership skills developed through military service benefit us all. Whether you are a Veteran, Guardsman or Reservist, a Military Spouse or you are planning to transition to civilian life in the near future, we welcome and value your application. TYLin is an equal opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements. Apply To This Job