Senior Aviation Technical Lead

Parrish and Partners, LLC • Raleigh, NC

3d

About The Position

At Parrish & Partners we understand that our greatest asset is the team we work alongside every day. We are focused on providing our talented employees with the resources they need to provide the best service possible to our clients. Senior Aviation Technical Lead - Raleigh, NC Parrish & Partners is seeking a senior-level aviation engineer with 20+ years of experience to support and lead internal production, technical excellence, and staff development for the firm’s aviation program. This position will play a critical role in improving internal productivity, mentoring engineering staff, managing production standards, and supporting the continued growth of the aviation practice. While primarily internally focused, this role will occasionally support project managers and clients as needed. The ideal candidate is a licensed Professional Engineer with extensive knowledge of FAA funding, processes, and design requirements, and a strong passion for developing people and improving technical quality.

Requirements

• 20+ years of progressive experience in civil engineering, with a strong focus on aviation projects
• B.S. in Civil Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license with the ability to obtain licensure in multiple states as needed
• Extensive knowledge of FAA funding programs, processes, and aviation project delivery
• Demonstrated experience in production management, quality control, and mentoring technical staff
• Strong technical writing skills, including preparation and review of reports, specifications, and technical documentation
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Experience with project scheduling and coordination
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. with a valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience leading or growing an aviation program or technical discipline
• Experience managing or supervising engineering staff
• Familiarity with multi-office coordination and internal operations management
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively across technical and non-technical teams
• Interest in long-term leadership growth within the firm

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with project managers and production staff to implement and maintain production standards and best practices
• Lead and oversee production efforts for aviation-related projects
• Support efficient workload planning and technical consistency across projects
• Coordinate with project managers on scope development and fee preparation
• Provide technical input during proposal development and project planning
• Actively mentor and coach engineers and designers at varying experience levels
• Provide technical guidance, training, and knowledge transfer to support professional growth
• Foster a collaborative, team-oriented environment focused on continuous improvement
• Lead the continued development and expansion of the firm’s aviation quality control program
• Perform technical reviews of plans, calculations, and reports to ensure compliance with firm standards, FAA requirements, and applicable regulations
• Provide technical support during construction, including responses to technical questions and constructability reviews
• Assist project teams with problem-solving during construction as needed
• Support the evolution of the aviation practice, with the opportunity to grow into leading a new cost center or managing staff as the firm expands
• Contribute to internal strategic planning related to aviation services, staffing, and technical capabilities

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with low premiums
• 401(k) with profit sharing match
• HSA with generous company contribution
• Company paid short-term disability
• Company paid long-term disability
• Company paid life insurance
• Vacation leave
• Sick leave
• Holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior