Aviation Engineer

Neel-Schaffer, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Job summary

Neel-Schaffer seeks an Aviation Engineer to join our Nashville or Murfreesboro offices. The role focuses on airport planning, ALP updates, and NEPA-compliant environmental documents.

You will develop design plans, CSPPs, and cost estimates while coordinating FAA filings and construction oversight. The ideal candidate has a civil engineering background with aviation experience, strong analytical and communication skills, and a willingness to travel regionally in the South/Southeast US.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering with a minimum of two years of relevant experience.
• Must hold at least an Engineer Intern (EI) certification or have the ability to obtain EI certification within one year.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD Civil 3D and MicroStation OpenRoads.
• Working knowledge of FAA airport design standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote).

Responsibilities

• Participate in the development of Airport Layout Plans (ALP) updates and reviews.
• Participate in the development of environmental documents and reports needed to meet NEPA requirements for airport development projects as assigned by the Project Manager.
• Complete assigned design tasks in a timely manner and within budget.
• Develop a summary of quantities needed to construct an airport infrastructure project and assist in the engineer’s estimate of probable cost of construction.
• Develop a complete set of design plans, specifications and calculations needed to support the engineer’s design report for assigned airport infrastructure projects.
• Develop Construction Safety and Phasing Plans (CSPP) that meet FAA standards and limit operational impacts on the airport.
• Coordinate FAA Form 7460-1 filings for notices of proposed construction.
• Provide construction administration, observation, engineering support, and quality control oversight during construction.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Travel readiness

Education

B.S. Civil Engineering

Engineer Intern (EI) certification

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation OpenRoads

Job description

Neel-Schaffer seeks responses from qualified and highly motivated candidates for the full-time position of Aviation Engineer. This person will be based in our Nashville (TN) or Murfreesboro (TN) office, but other locations may be considered for the right candidate.

Neel-Schaffer is an Engineering News-Record Top 500 Engineering, Planning and Construction Management firm that operates throughout the southeastern United States. It offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, including health care and a matching 401(k) savings plan.

The ideal Aviation Engineer candidate will have a strong interest in aviation with demonstrated experience in airport planning, strong critical thinking skills, and a desire to grow in their career with our growing aviation team.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in the development of Airport Layout Plans (ALP) updates and reviews.
• Participate in the development of environmental documents and reports needed to meet NEPA requirements for airport development projects as assigned by the Project Manager.
• Complete assigned design tasks in a timely manner and within budget. Design tasks may include but may not be limited to geometric design, pavement construction/rehab/maintenance design, grading and drainage design, pavement marking design, edge lighting and signage layout design, and NAVAID layout that comply with FAA standards.
• Develop a summary of quantities needed to construct an airport infrastructure project and assist in the development of the engineer’s estimate of probable cost of construction.
• Develop a complete set of design plans, specifications and calculations needed to support the engineer’s design report for assigned airport infrastructure projects.
• Develop Construction Safety and Phasing Plans (CSPP) that meet FAA standards and limit operational impacts on the airport.
• Coordinate and file FAA Form 7460-1 for Notice of Proposed Construction or Alteration on an airport in collaboration with the Project Manager and client.
• Provide construction administration, observation, engineering support, and quality control oversight during construction phase of an airport infrastructure project as assigned by the Project Manager.
• Review contractor submittals, shop drawings, and requests for information (RFIs).
  Perform site visits and observations of construction to verify adherence to project plans, specifications and safety requirements.
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering with a minimum of two years of relevant experience.
• Must hold at least an Engineer Intern (EI) certification or have the ability to obtain EI certification within one year.
• Proficiency with engineering and design software such AutoCAD Civil 3D and MicroStation OpenRoads.
• Working knowledge of FAA airport design standards.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote).
• Domestic travel may be required, mostly in the South/Southeast US. The frequency of travel is contingent on workload and project demands.

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