Aviation Discipline Leader

Lead in Houston's Booming Aviation Market | Employee Ownership RS&H seeks an experienced Aviation Discipline Leader to build and lead our Houston aviation practice. This isn't just a management role - it's an opportunity where you'll become our go-to aviation engineering leader in the Houston market while building equity in a nationally-recognized, employee-owned firm. You'll have autonomy to build the Houston practice while being supported by our national aviation expertise and multidisciplinary capabilities. In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead, develop and deliver projects of varying sizes and complexity, manage the client relationship, grow your team, and assist the team in winning work. We're offering partnership, not just employment. Why Houston? Why Now?Houston sits at the center of one of America's most dynamic aviation markets. With explosive regional growth, a booming aerospace sector, and accelerating infrastructure investment across Southeast Texas, there's never been a better time to lead aviation infrastructure development.What You'll DoOwn the MarketEstablish RS&H as the premier aviation engineering firm across Southeast TexasBuild deep relationships with airport authorities, airlines, and key stakeholders throughout the regionDrive business development from the Gulf Coast to Central TexasLead local industry engagement and professional networksBuild the PracticeRecruit and mentor top engineering talent from Houston's strong technical workforceLead projects spanning airfield design, terminal infrastructure, utilities, and everything in betweenOversee project execution from concept through construction—managing contracts, quality, budget, and client satisfactionCollaborate with Houston-based multidisciplinary teams while leveraging national resourcesShape Your FutureDefine strategic direction for the Houston practice alongside senior leadershipWork directly with senior leadership to deploy aviation initiatives across the stateParticipate in firm equity and bonus programsWhat We're Looking ForRequiredBachelor's degree in Civil/Structural Engineering from ABET-accredited program12+ years of aviation or infrastructure engineering experienceTexas PE license (or ability to obtain within 6 months)Proven success leading design teams and managing client relationshipsStrong business development track recordExcellent communication and presentation skillsWillingness to travel across Southeast Texas (typically day trips)What Will Make You a Perfect FitEstablished relationships within Texas aviation marketsActive in regional professional organizationsExperience with FAA grant programs and airport fundingBackground spanning design and construction administrationOur CommitmentEmployee ownership with clear path to equityCompetitive compensation and comprehensive benefitsProfessional development and mentorshipWork-life balance in one of America's most livable citiesCollaborative culture where your leadership shapes our directionWhy RS&HAs an employee-owned firm, your contributions directly impact your future. An EngineeringNews-Record(ENR) Top 6 Aviation Design Firm with an eye on employee culture, RS&H offers the stability of a national firm with the flexibility and culture of a collaborative team that values innovation and professional growth.We serve airports nationwide as trusted advisors, delivering expertise in airfield design, environmental planning, and resiliency. Our integrated approach and collaborative culture enable you to work on meaningful projects while continuously developing your skills.What We OfferPath to employee ownershipCompetitive compensation and comprehensive benefitsProfessional development and technical trainingDiverse project portfolio across the aviation sectorHouston's exceptional quality of life with Texas-sized opportunitiesReady to Lead?If you're ready to own your career and define the future of aviation infrastructure across Texas, we want to hear from you.An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCPhere.Please note: no agency representation or submissions will be recognized for this vacancy. Candidates should apply directly to this role to be considered. It is the responsibility of all third-party recruiting and employment agencies to know and adhere to our recruiting policy.Joining our Aviation team means an opportunity to explore your potential and apply your diverse skills to serve the large and small airports of the aviation industry as a trusted advisor. You can do this in a collaborative and team-oriented environment among other driven professionals. Service areas include airfields, buildings, facility planning, environmental planning, and environmental stewardship & resiliency. Join RS&H to define and master challenges, advance professionally, and build strong and lasting relationships.Employee-owned, RS&H is one of the nation’s leading architecture, engineering, and consulting firms, with associates who work hard every day to create tomorrow together. We offer an exceptional journey from start to future. Our integrated teams translate experience into insight, turn challenges into opportunities, and build relationships that are as strong as the buildings and infrastructure we deliver together. We attribute our success to our unwavering commitment to our core values: integrity, accountability, curiosity, and teamwork.

Created: 2026-03-07