Aviation Specialist

Job Description

• The essential duties, but not limited to, for Aviation Project Specialist in the Project Management Track include :
• Assigned approximately 10 to 15 public-use airports for which they perform the following :
• Coordinate the development and update of Capital Improvements Plans (CIPs) for each airport annually.
• Work to identify aviation infrastructure issues for maintenance, repair, safety, environmental, and operational needs.
• Work to ensure project selection and continuity through collaboration and effective communication with the internal / external stakeholders and project team.
• Work to plan, develop, assemble and / or review aviation transportation infrastructure plans and supporting documents with the latest CADD computer technology and / or PDF application
• Understand different funding components available and project selection scoring processes via FAA and TDOT Aeronautics Division
• Understand and apply techniques, procedures, and design criteria in accordance with technical manuals (i.e. FAA Advisory Circular) to develop and / or implement detailed specifications for aviation projects
• Review and approve project bid tabulations and federal contracting requirements (i.e. DBE / diversity, labor standards, and Buy American Preference or Build America, Buy America (BABA))
• Review and approve updates to schedules submitted to document the progress of projects through the project life cycle
• Ensure invoices are reviewed and processed according to granting requirements
• Utilize various software platforms in review and maintaining aviation transportation systems, which may include some design work
• Assist with implementing proactive solutions for engineering concerns to ensure the needs of the project are met
• Work to understand criteria and key components of technical disciplines within a matrix organization to ensure project successfulness