MSA Professional Services Hired John Peterson
The veteran engineer joins the firm to oversee airport planning and design initiatives.
Updated on Oct. 9, 2026 in People
MSA Professional Services has hired John Peterson as a Senior Airports Engineering Project Manager. He brings extensive experience in aviation infrastructure to the firm's mobility service line.
Why it matters
Peterson joins the company to lead and expand the airports practice through his expertise in regulatory procedures and project funding. His hiring marks a strategic effort by the firm to bolster its specialized aviation engineering capabilities.
Peterson brings 26 years of aviation industry experience to the role. MSA Professional Services operates 19 office locations across the United States.
The players
John Peterson
He is a licensed Professional Engineer in Minnesota and Wisconsin with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from the University of Minnesota.
MSA Professional Services
It is an engineering and consulting firm with 19 office locations that provides specialized services for airport and mobility infrastructure projects.
The details
In his new role, Peterson manages complex airport planning, design, and business development tasks. He also assists the firm in navigating regulatory requirements and project funding processes.
Timeline
October 7, 2026: MSA Professional Services hired John Peterson.
Market Landscape
The firm is aligning its senior leadership with the ongoing technical demands established by the airport infrastructure development cycle identified in the FAA Airport Improvement Program. This move positions the company to better compete for regional aviation projects as firms look to consolidate technical expertise.
For local clients and municipal partners, this hire may lead to expanded service offerings for airport planning and funding support. It signals that the company is prioritizing aviation infrastructure, potentially streamlining project delivery for future local facility improvements.
The takeaway
This appointment highlights the ongoing demand for highly experienced engineers capable of navigating complex aviation regulatory environments. Infrastructure firms continue to leverage seasoned professionals to maintain competitive advantages in specialized planning sectors.
Further reading
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More information
Find additional details on the company's services at the MSA Professional Services corporate website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Urban Milwaukee.
