Remote Aviation Design Manager

Egis Group•Dallas, TX

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Design Manager leads and manages the technical design function within the practice, overseeing Design Leads and design staff. The role ensures work is appropriately assigned, resources are effectively utilized, and project deliverables meet established quality and design standards. The Design Manager implements, maintains, and enforces design processes, technical standards, and quality-control procedures across projects, working closely with Project Managers, Practice Leaders, and Discipline Leaders to support consistent delivery, efficient resource utilization, and client satisfaction. The role includes leadership and development of design staff; workload and resource planning; stewardship of design standards and technical excellence; ownership of the design quality-control program; and support for project delivery. The position may also provide a path toward broader project delivery and business leadership, with opportunities to develop project-management competencies and potentially transition into project or operations leadership roles.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and develop Design Leads and technical staff, setting performance expectations and accountability measures.
Support staff development, technical growth, succession planning, recruiting, onboarding, and retention.
Manage routine personnel administration for direct reports, including timekeeping, expense approvals, performance evaluations, and employee development.
Coordinate and balance workloads across Design Leads and technical teams, assigning resources based on project needs, capabilities, and development objectives.
Monitor team utilization, address workload imbalances, and work with Project Managers to forecast staffing needs and identify resource constraints.
Develop, maintain, and improve design standards, procedures, and best practices.
Ensure consistent application of organizational CAD, BIM, engineering, and design standards.
Lead implementation of technical tools, templates, and standard processes and drive design-efficiency improvements.
Serve as the technical authority for design execution and delivery practices.
Own and maintain the design quality-control program, including review procedures and documentation requirements.
Conduct periodic audits of project deliverables and ensure design reviews occur at established project milestones.
Track quality metrics, lessons learned, and corrective actions, fostering quality, accountability, and technical excellence.
Partner with Project Managers to support project execution, provide technical oversight on complex or high-risk projects, and help resolve technical challenges and design conflicts.
Support proposal development, staffing plans, and project execution strategies.
Ensure design deliverables meet client requirements, contract obligations, and regulatory standards.
Develop project-management competencies and, as part of professional development, potentially serve as a Deputy Project Manager, lead delivery initiatives, participate in financial reviews and forecasting, support client communications, and develop proficiency with project-management tools and practices.

Benefits

Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid time off and flexible holiday program
Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and remote opportunities where business needs allow
Life insurance and disability coverage, including maternity leave
Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Paid family leave
Wellness programs supporting physical and mental well-being
Education assistance, professional development, and continuing learning opportunities
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee discount programs