Aviation Project Engineer
Core
Technical lead for airfield design projects, overseeing engineering design delivery for major airfield improvements at large/medium/small hub airports.
Role type
Senior IC aviation project engineer (airfield design)
Builds
Civil and airfield infrastructure packages (runways, taxiways, aprons, paving, grading, drainage, utilities, lighting, signage) for major U.S. airports
Domain
Transportation infrastructure / Civil engineering / Aviation
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Airfield planning, Civil engineering design, FAA regulatory compliance, Multidisciplinary team leadership, Construction drawing development, Survey and geotechnical data integration, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Project phasing management, Stakeholder coordination
Preferred skills
California Professional Engineer (PE) license, FAA Advisory Circulars expertise, Complex phasing experience, Construction safety plans, Active airfield operations
Technologies
AutoCAD Civil 3D
Responsibilities
Lead airfield design from concept through final construction documents, Direct multidisciplinary teams to deliver engineering packages, Develop and seal construction drawings in alignment with FAA Advisory Circulars, Coordinate design and technical input across planners, contractors, clients, and subconsultants, Translate survey, geotechnical, utility, and sub-surface data into actionable design, Supervise and mentor junior staff across multiple active project sites
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities