2025 SNA Senior Engineering Manager

SERVICE AREAThe newly reformed Planning and Development Division oversees and delivers the airport's $700 million Capital Improvement Program (CIP), which includes airside, landside, and terminal renovations, as well as major utility projects and long-term infrastructure planning. The Division is also a key partner in the implementation of the General Aviation Improvement Program and the Terminal Tenant Concession Redevelopment Program. This team has 28 professionals in a variety of roles. This Division’s functional areas include engineering, A/E design standards, land use and airport planning, environmental compliance, capital project programming, project management, project controls, and construction Coordination and Logistics Management (CALM).THE OPPORTUNITYJohn Wayne Airport (JWA) is seeking an experienced Airport Engineering Manager (Engineering Manager, Senior) to lead a team of engineering and architecture professionals. This leadership role is critical to the success of JWA’s Maintenance Programs, which directly support all operational units within the Service Area.The Airport Engineering manager requires a seasoned administrator and innovative problem-solver. This position required a high level of discretion, accountability, and technical expertise in developing and implementing operation policies, procedures, and methodologies.Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage a team of engineers, architects, inspectors, and technical staff on complex projects and design studies Oversee the development and execution of a $20 million annual Maintenance Improvement Program (MIP), modeled after the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Oversee the GIS asset-centric mapping and maintenance, annual maintenance workplan development, and monitoring/assessment of in-house average daily production (ADP) rates Conduct engineering evaluations of vertical and horizontal airport infrastructure and systems, technical training, and project peer reviews Oversee budgeting, planning, and directing team operations to align with departmental goals Hire, mentor, and evaluate staff performance while fostering a culture of safety and innovation Oversee the management of engineering specific capital improvement projects to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget Promote open communication between staff and the Deputy Airport Director Collaborate with other JWA departments and units to ensure integration of engineering initiativesDESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIESThe ideal candidate will posses five (5) or more years of experience performing the duties of a professional civil engineer in California, which must include two (2) years of lead/supervisory experience.In addition, the successful candidate will possess three (3) or more years of professional engineering experience working on airport projects.LICENSE REQUIREDPossess and maintain a valid California Driver's license, Class C or higher as well as the ability to obtain and maintain a TSA Security and Clearance is required by date of appointment.State of California Professional Engineer (PE).PLEASE NOTE: AFTER YOUR APPLICATION IS COMPLETE, YOU WILL RECEIVE AN IMPORTANT EMAIL FROM US. PLEASE CHECK YOUR INBOX AND YOUR JUNK/SPAM FOLDER, AND IF YOU HAVE NOT RECEIVED OUR EMAIL, PLEASE NOTIFY

Created: 2025-11-24