Aviation Engineer

About the role

Our growing aviation practice is searching for Aviation Engineers to join our team. You will be an integral part of teams delivering design and plan production for general civil projects, including site layouts, horizontal and vertical control, grading and drainage, paving, site utilities, and associated civil engineering activities at various size airports.

Responsibilities

• Innovation
• Technical Development
• Suggest solutions to client problems by interpreting FAA and USACOE guidance; suggest alternative study or documentation methodologies
• Prepare approaches, scopes of work, fee estimates for small projects
• Talent Identification & Career Journey
• Seek leadership role in external professional aviation-related organizations (e.g., elected office, organizing or planning committees, panel presentations)
• Process & Tool Application & Development
• Thorough understanding of AutoCAD Civil 3D (or similar design software), AVI-Plan software packages and Infraworks modeling software (or similar design software)
• Implement QMP procedures on performed tasks
• Develop/prepare project design reports and coordinate with applicable agencies (FAA, EPA and local) as well as with clients
• Lead analyses/design for specific components 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

Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years experience with Airfield Planning and Design
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Professional Engineer (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

Qualifications

• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Skills

Preferred qualifications include:

• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D (or similar design software), AVI-Plan software packages and Infraworks modeling software (or similar design software)

Benefits

At HDR, we believe in fostering a collaborative culture where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time

Business Class

Airfield Design

Job Posting

August 26, 2025

Company Beliefs

We are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.