Aviation Engineer - Airfield Design

About the role

In the role of Aviation Engineer, we'll count on you to:

• Prepare approaches, scopes of work, fee estimates for aviation projects
• Suggest solutions to client problems by being able to interpret FAA and other guidelines
• Seek leadership role in external professional aviation related organization (e.g., elected office, organizing or planning committees, panel presentations)
• Process & Tool Application & Development
• Techical Talent Identification & Career Journey
• Thorough understanding of AutoCAD Civil 3D (or similar design software)
• Implement QMP procedures on performed tasks
• With direction, develop/prepare project design report and begin to coordinate with applicable agencies (FAA, EPA and local) as well as with clients
• Lead analyses/design for specific component of a project
• Lead field reviews to determine construction compliance with contract documents
• Marketing Support
• Maintain an updated resume
• Assist with technical write ups of completed projects
• Perform other duties as needed

Responsibilities

Due to client contract requirements, US citizenship or Permanent Resident Status (Greencard holder) is required.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years experience with Airfield Planning and Design
• California PE license
• Previous experience with Airfield Planning and Design
• Thorough understanding of AutoCAD Civil 3D (or similar design software), AVI-Plan software packages and Infraworks modeling software (or similar design software)
• Overall understanding of airfield design
• Microsoft Office experience
• Strong technical background and experience in designing several aspects of airfields
• Solid written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

We have eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.

Pay

The expected compensation range for this position is $91,000 - $129,000 and depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location.

Schedule

Full-time