Masha Drozdov, AIA, NCARB, Named 2025 Airport Business 40 Under 40!

Arora Engineers (Arora) is proud to recognize Masha Drozdov, AIA, NCARB for her selection to Airport Business’ 2025 Top 40 Under 40, honoring her exceptional leadership and impact in the aviation design industry.

The Airport Business Top 40 Under 40 recognizes exceptional talents and forward-thinking individuals within the aviation industry, spotlighting those who are shaping success today while paving the way for innovation in the future. Candidates were rigorously evaluated based on their innovation, outstanding qualities, and dedicated involvement in the industry.

With over 15 years of experience, Masha has helped deliver some of the world’s most complex and high-profile airport programs, including JFK New Terminal One, Newark Liberty Terminal A, and Bangalore Terminal 2. As Arora’s Director of Design for Major Programs, she is known for her ability to guide multidisciplinary teams, align technical and regulatory requirements, and ensure that large-scale terminal projects meet their operational, budgetary, and passenger-experience goals.

Masha’s influence extends well beyond project execution. She is an educator at NJIT, a mentor through ACE and Professional Women in Construction, and an advocate for developing inclusive pathways into the design and construction fields. Her research at Columbia University on “Immigrowth,” exploring how immigration shapes rapid urban expansion, reflects her broader interest in the social, cultural, and economic forces that shape modern infrastructure.

Across every role, Masha brings curiosity, creativity, and a talent for connecting big-picture strategy with detailed technical delivery. Her recognition as a Top 40 Under 40 honoree celebrates not only her accomplishments to date but also her growing impact on the future of aviation design.

Congratulations, Masha, on this remarkable achievement! To read the original announcement, click here.