The Vic Thompson Company Names Bill Allen Aviation Project Manager - Design

The Vic Thompson Company has named Bill Allen Aviation Project Manager - Design. In this position, he will manage all project activities including scope of work, schedules, budget, quality, risk, procurement, and communication. He began his new role on February 1, 2024.

Mr. Allen has nearly 30 years of experience and leadership in aviation program and project management. Most recently he was Program Manager for L3Harris where he directed program outreach and implementation phases with the avionics industry and airlines. He also worked for Battelle as FAA Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) Support Program Manager where he supervised a team of onsite engineers and technicians supporting the operation and maintenance of the FAA’s ARFF Research Program. Former employers include Crown Consulting, Inc.; CSRA, Inc.; AECOM, Inc.; and the City of Chicago’s O’Hare International and Midway Airports.

“I’ve been fortunate over the past 30 years to have worked in many different areas within the aviation industry,” said Mr. Allen. “I’m excited that the next chapter of my career will be with The Vic Thompson Company where I will be a Project Manager for the design and construction of baggage handling systems.”

Mr. Allen earned a bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management from the Florida Institute of Technology.