Job Description

POSITION: Vice President, Engineering & Architecture
DEPARTMENT: Engineering and Architecture
SALARY: $206,013.80 annual salary
LEVEL: E1
CLOSING DATE: Friday, October 24, 2025
The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority (GOAA) is committed to seamlessly connecting Florida and the world through exceptional experiences, collaboration, and creativity. As the operator of Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Orlando Executive Airport (ORL), GOAA continues to drive innovation and growth, shaping the future of aviation and redefining the travel experience.
We offer a comprehensive benefit package for full & part-time positions to include first day eligibility for health insurance, life insurance, paid vacation/sick/holiday, and growth opportunities (see details below).
POSITION SUMMARY:
Oversee all aspects of the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority's (GOAA) engineering and architecture activities at Orlando International and Orlando Executive airports. Verify design of projects, initiatives and processes are in conformance with GOAA's established policies and objectives. Rely on extensive experience, training and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Lead and direct the work of architects, engineers, project managers, field staff, consultants and administrative staff.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in architecture or engineering disciplines and ten (10) years of aviation related work experience for a consulting firm, a construction company, a public agency, or an airport authority in managing the design and construction of small and large scale projects or an equivalent combination of related education, training, and experience.
• Knowledge of theory, principles, practices and techniques of architecture and engineering as they apply to large/complex capital projects
• Knowledge of design, estimating, project and program scheduling
• Proven executive leadership and management skills
• Analytical skills with a wide variety of Engineering/Architecture management functions
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills required
• Knowledge of engineering and construction means and methods, and management principles
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with employees, consultants, other governmental agency representatives, city officials, and the general public
• Ability to effectively lead and/or participate as a member of GOAA Construction and Procurement Committees
• Strong executive presence and the demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and engage with senior-level executives
• Must be able and willing to work both standard and non-standard work schedules, including weekends to accommodate airport operations
• Valid Florida driver's license
• Professional Engineer, or Licensed Architect,

BENEFITS:
The Greater Orlando Aviation Authority offers a comprehensive benefits package.

• Paid Vacation, Holidays, Sick and Personal Leave Days
• Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Wellness Programs
• Short Term Disability Plan, Long Term Disability Plan and Life Insurance
• Education Reimbursement (Full-time Employees Only)
• Hybrid Work Schedule (for applicable positions)
• Shift Differential (for applicable positions) 2nd Shift - $0.75 per hour & 3rd Shift - $1.00 per hour

Skills Required