Interior Designer, Aviation

Job Description

Job Description

At FSB Architects + Engineers, an affiliate of Colliers Engineering & Design, we design aviation environments that move people efficiently while creating a strong sense of place. From passenger terminals and concourses to hangars, and other airport facilities, our multidisciplinary teams bring architecture, interior design, and engineering together to create spaces that are functional, intuitive, durable, and welcoming.

We’re seeking an experienced Interior Designer to join our Aviation Studio in Los Angeles, California. This role will contribute to the design and delivery of aviation projects while collaborating closely with architects, engineers, consultants, clients, and project stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings strong design instincts, technical knowledge, and an understanding of how materials, space planning, passenger experience, and operational requirements come together in complex environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to interior design efforts for aviation projects through all phases of design and documentation.
• Develop design concepts, space plans, finish palettes, material selections, and furniture solutions aligned with client goals and project requirements.
• Translate design concepts into functional, durable environments that support passenger experience, airport operations, and long-term facility needs.
• Prepare and coordinate interior design drawings, specifications, details, schedules, and construction documents.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, consultants, and other disciplines to integrate interior design with building systems and overall project design.
• Participate in client meetings, presentations, design reviews, and coordination meetings.
• Research and select materials, finishes, furnishings, and products based on aesthetics, performance, maintenance, sustainability, and budget.
• Support construction administration, including submittal reviews, RFIs, site observations, and coordination of design-related issues.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to developing designers while contributing to a collaborative studio environment.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Interior Design, Interior Architecture, or related field from a CIDA-accredited program.
• 3+ years of professional interior design experience required; experience with aviation design projects, including airport, airline, terminal, hangar, maintenance, support facility, or related aviation infrastructure projects, is preferred.
• NCIDQ certification or professional licensure preferred, or actively working toward certification.
• Proficiency in Revit required.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, Enscape, or other design and visualization tools preferred.
• Knowledge of building codes, accessibility requirements, interior construction, materials, and industry standards.
• Strong design, space planning, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Experience participating in client presentations and project coordination preferred.

Work Arrangement & Travel

• This is a full-time, on-site position based in our Los Angeles, CA office .
• Travel may be required for client meetings, airport and project site visits, construction observation, design coordination, and other project-related activities.

Compensation and Benefits

The expected salary range for this position is $85,000 to $105,000 per year. Compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, education, licensure, skills, internal equity, and location. This role is eligible for a benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays, and retirement plan options. Stated benefits are for regular full-time positions. Temporary and part-time roles are eligible for limited benefits.

Why FSB

At FSB, you’ll work alongside architects, engineers, and designers who understand that successful aviation design requires balancing the passenger experience with the complex operational and technical demands of an airport environment. Our multidisciplinary approach gives interior designers the opportunity to influence projects from early concept development through construction and see how their work contributes to the complete passenger journey.

We support continued professional growth through mentorship, project experience, industry involvement, site visits, professional development, and opportunities to take on increasing responsibility as your career develops.

Join our team and help shape aviation environments that make every part of the journey more intuitive, functional, and memorable.

Frankfurt-Short-Bruza Associates, P.C. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.