Senior Manager Aerospace

Tetra Tech AMT is looking for a Senior Air Traffic Control Specialist/Senior Manager Primary job duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Provide technical assistance related to the optimization of airspace and procedure design in Instrument Flight Procedures (IFP) projects

Provide expertise regarding IFP design risks, operational impacts, and alternative solutions

Review and provide expert guidance to client managers on FAA Orders, Directives, and criteria affecting IFP procedure design

Develop and deliver presentations, executive briefings, and technical materials related to Air Traffic Control (ATC) topics, including emerging aviation operations such as Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), and commercial space transportation

Support domestic and international airspace analysis, modernization, and optimization projects.

Supervise the work of graphics specialists and provide technical assistance as required

Participate on user evaluation teams supporting enhancements to IFP-related software, databases, project tracking tools, and operational systems

Coordinate and collaborate with FAA, international aviation authorities, industry stakeholders, and project work groups

Plan, organize, prioritize, and independently execute assigned work activities and project tasks

Support proposal development, technical volume preparation, and business development initiatives related to ATC, airspace, and procedure design services

Serve as a senior advisor to clients, providing strategic guidance on airspace modernization, ATC operations, navigation services, and regulatory compliance

Lead multidisciplinary project teams, ensuring technical quality, schedule adherence, budget performance, and successful project delivery

Manage client relationships and serve as a primary point of contact for assigned programs and projects

Mentor, coach, and develop junior and mid-level staff, fostering technical expertise and professional growth within the organization

Support recruiting, workforce planning, succession planning, and performance management activities for technical staff

Identify and mitigate programmatic, technical, and operational risks to ensure project success and client satisfaction

Contribute to the development of corporate strategies, service offerings, and thought leadership initiatives in air traffic management, airspace integration, and aviation modernization

Represent Tetra Tech at industry conferences, government meetings, technical working groups, and professional forums

Collaborate with senior leadership to establish organizational priorities, resource allocation plans, and long-term growth strategies

Ensure compliance with company quality management processes, contractual requirements, and applicable regulatory standards

Monitor project financial performance, including budgets, staffing forecasts, revenue attainment, and profitability objectives

Position may require travel up to 30% of the time, with occasional periods requiring additional travel based on project and client needs

The successful candidate will have:

Bachelor’s degree (desired) or equivalent practical experience
20+ years of FAA ATC and Management experienceA minimum of 15 years experience as a Certified Professional Controller (CPC) or military equivalent

Demonstrated leadership experience managing technical teams, programs, and client relationships

Strong understanding of FAA air traffic operations, airspace design, instrument procedures, and aviation regulatory frameworks

Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills

Proven ability to lead strategic initiatives and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment

Practical experience doing technical work, especially if related to air traffic control or air traffic control procedures and airspace design

Proficiency in the use of industry standard office software (MS Office, Acrobat, etc.)Knowledge of and experience with airspace or procedures design

Analytical skills

Salary: $170,000 to $180,000 annually. Compensation is based on relevant experience and qualifications.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority…