Vice President, Aviation

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Vice President, Aviation – Milhouse Engineering & Construction

Milhouse Engineering & Construction is seeking an accomplished and visionary leader to join our team as Vice President, Aviation. In this pivotal role, the Vice President of Aviation provides technical leadership while planning, organizing, and implementing the development of all projects and initiatives within the aviation group. This leader will bring strategic vision, technical expertise, and exceptional leadership skills to drive the success of their team’s projects and ensure Milhouse consistently meets and exceeds customer expectations.

• Develop and implement strategic plans for the Aviation division, aligning with the company’s overall mission and vision.
• Grow business volume with existing and new clients.
• Oversee the planning, design, and execution of Aviation projects, ensuring they meet quality standards, budgets, and timelines.
• Administer quality oversight, maintain a 15% overall profitability for the Group, ensure the Project Management Plan is followed, conduct recovery plan reviews for projects over budget and schedule, oversee invoicing, staffing requirement reviews, set goals and performance reviews of direct report subordinates.
• Collaborate across the organization to ensure team utilization goals are met or exceeded.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies, particularly FAA.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of multi-disciplined engineers and project managers, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the Aviation Industry including major carrier airlines, airside and landside design and Construction Management, including proposal development and presentations.
• Participate in the RFP/RFQ process including site visits, client meetings, scope development, preparation of project approach, technical execution plans, schedules, and interviews.
• Ensure all projects comply with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as industry standards and best practices.

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Illinois required.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in design engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the aviation industry.
• Proven ability to lead and develop high‑performing teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with clients, stakeholders, and team members.
• Strong understanding of aviation engineering principles, project management, and regulatory requirements.

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage with potential 100% deductible coverage.
• Company‑Sponsored Life Insurance and Short‑Term Disabilityn
• Voluntary Coverage options.
• Discounted Gym Membership.
• Competitive Base Salary and 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Professional Development Incentives, including bonuses for earning a P.E. license.
• Milhouse University (Cross‑Functional Training) and Employee Education & Development Program tuition assistance.
• Generous PTO, Paid Holidays, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Employee Recognition and Referral Bonus programs.
• Transit Benefits Program and charitable event sponsorship.

Milhouse is a pay‑transparency, non‑discrimination organization committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We ensure that all employees are compensated fairly and without bias, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. We participate in E‑Verify to confirm employment eligibility and uphold compliance with federal requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer – In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, effective January 1, 2025, we include pay scales and benefits in all job postings and ensure that all promotion opportunities are communicated to current employees within 14 days of external postings.