Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) & Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) Expert

WSP • New York, NY

13h

About The Position

This Opportunity WSP is seeking an Advanced Air Mobility (AAM ) and Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) Expert to serve as a national technical authority, trusted client advisor, and market growth leader. This role provides leadership across strategy, delivery, business development, and thought leadership, supporting public‑sector transportation and aviation clients as they plan for and implement next‑generation aerial mobility solutions. The position aligns with WSP’s commitment to technical excellence, client service, innovation, and sustainable growth. This role can be based out of any WSP Office location. Your Impact Client Focus & Advisory Excellence Act as a trusted advisor to cities, state aviation and transportation departments, airports, and transit authorities on AAM and UAS strategy and implementation. Lead client engagements delivering actionable strategies, feasibility studies, and implementation roadmaps. Translate complex regulatory, technical, and operational issues into clear, decision‑ready guidance for senior leaders. Technical Excellence & Innovation Provide subject‑matter leadership in AAM and UAS, including FAA regulatory considerations, UTM, BVLOS operations, and multimodal integration. Evaluate infrastructure readiness (vertiports, energy, communications, data platforms) and emerging aircraft technologies. Ensure delivery of high‑quality, defensible technical work products consistent with WSP standards. Business Development & Market Growth Support growth of WSP’s AAM, UAS, and emerging mobility portfolio nationally. Serve as key personnel on priority pursuits, shaping capture strategies, technical approaches, and differentiators. Build and maintain strong client and partner relationships to identify and advance new opportunities. National Thought Leadership & Brand Representation Serve as a recognized industry leader through participation in national research, committees, peer exchanges, and conferences. Lead or contribute to national guidance, white papers, and research initiatives (e.g., NCHRP, ACRP). Strengthen WSP’s external profile as a leader in advanced and emerging mobility. People & Team Leadership Mentor and support multidisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration across aviation, transportation, and digital practices. Contribute to development of internal capabilities and talent in AAM and UAS. Model WSP’s values related to collaboration, integrity, and professional excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred in aviation, engineering, transportation, planning, or related field.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in aviation, transportation systems, emerging mobility, or related disciplines.
• Demonstrated leadership in AAM and/or UAS strategy, research, or implementation.
• Proven experience supporting business development and proposal efforts.
• Strong understanding of public‑sector transportation and aviation environments.
• Excellent communication and executive‑level client engagement skills.
• Travel up to 35% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted advisor to cities, state aviation and transportation departments, airports, and transit authorities on AAM and UAS strategy and implementation.
• Lead client engagements delivering actionable strategies, feasibility studies, and implementation roadmaps.
• Translate complex regulatory, technical, and operational issues into clear, decision‑ready guidance for senior leaders.
• Provide subject‑matter leadership in AAM and UAS, including FAA regulatory considerations, UTM, BVLOS operations, and multimodal integration.
• Evaluate infrastructure readiness (vertiports, energy, communications, data platforms) and emerging aircraft technologies.
• Ensure delivery of high‑quality, defensible technical work products consistent with WSP standards.
• Support growth of WSP’s AAM, UAS, and emerging mobility portfolio nationally.
• Serve as key personnel on priority pursuits, shaping capture strategies, technical approaches, and differentiators.
• Build and maintain strong client and partner relationships to identify and advance new opportunities.
• Serve as a recognized industry leader through participation in national research, committees, peer exchanges, and conferences.
• Lead or contribute to national guidance, white papers, and research initiatives (e.g., NCHRP, ACRP).
• Strengthen WSP’s external profile as a leader in advanced and emerging mobility.
• Mentor and support multidisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration across aviation, transportation, and digital practices.
• Contribute to development of internal capabilities and talent in AAM and UAS.
• Model WSP’s values related to collaboration, integrity, and professional excellence.

Benefits

• WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.
• These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees