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Airfield Civil Engineer

Charlotte, NC, us💼 Full-time🗓 2026-04-29 → 2026-09-25

Core

Lead engineering design and planning for major airfield improvement projects, including runways, taxiways, aprons, and drainage systems for commercial and general aviation airports.

Role type

Senior IC Airfield Civil Engineer

Builds

Airport infrastructure improvements (runways, taxiways, aprons, lighting, drainage, pavement rehabilitation)

Domain

Aviation infrastructure / Civil Engineering

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Airfield planning and design, Civil engineering design, AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS data analysis, Geotechnical data interpretation, Project management, Client relationship management, Regulatory compliance (FAAC)

Preferred skills

North Carolina Professional Engineer License, FAA Advisory Circulars expertise, Airport design standards knowledge

Technologies

AutoCAD, AutoCAD Civil 3D, GIS

Responsibilities

Develop civil airfield planning, design, and construction improvement documents; Plan, direct, and monitor multi-discipline projects involving airport engineering; Analyze GIS, survey, and geotechnical data for project development; Mentor and develop staff; Ensure seamless coordination with stakeholders including clients, funding agencies, and the FAA

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities

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