Airfield Electrical Engineer — Lighting & NAV Aids (Hybrid)

Jacobs; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 133,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase plan

Unlimited PPTO

Job summary

Jacobs in Portland, OR is seeking an Aviation Electrical Engineer to plan, design, and review airfield lighting, navigational aids, and related electrical infrastructure for large-scale aviation projects.

You will collaborate with engineers and project managers, perform design tasks, add construction support, and ensure FAA circulars compliance. The role requires a PE license, 5+ years of aviation experience, and proficiency with Civil 3D and MS Office. Hybrid work policy applies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE).
• Minimum 5 years of aviation electrical engineering experience with airfield lighting and navigational aids.
• Licensed Professional Engineer and knowledge of FAA Advisory Circulars/UFC criteria.
• Construction support including RFIs, submittals, field observations and change orders.
• Proficient with Autodesk Civil 3D and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and review airfield lighting, navigational aids, and related electrical facilities.
• Prepare bidding documents, lighting layouts, and cost estimates with design managers.
• Provide construction support and on-site observation as needed.
• Collaborate with engineers and project managers to deliver projects on schedule.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent problem-solving

Teamwork

Construction support experience

Education

BSEE

Tools

Autodesk Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

Jacobs in Portland, OR is seeking an Aviation Electrical Engineer to plan, design, and review airfield lighting, navigational aids, and related electrical infrastructure for large-scale aviation projects.

You will collaborate with engineers and project managers, perform design tasks, add construction support, and ensure FAA circulars compliance. The role requires a PE license, 5+ years of aviation experience, and proficiency with Civil 3D and MS Office. Hybrid work policy applies.