Aviation Engineer - Airfield Design

HDR; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm seeks an Aviation Engineer for its Louisville office. The role involves engaging with clients on aviation-related tasks, preparing scopes of work, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards. Applicants should possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and experience in Airfield Planning and Design, alongside proficiency in relevant software like AutoCAD Civil 3D. The company promotes a culture of inclusion and is committed to employee ownership.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years experience with Airfield Planning and Design.
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board.

Responsibilities

• Clients identify you as a resource for aviation tasks.
• Prepare approaches, scopes of work, and fee estimates for small projects.
• Lead analyses/design for specific components of the project.
• Lead field reviews to ensure construction compliance.

Skills

Airfield Planning and Design

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Technical development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AVI-Plan software packages

Infraworks modeling software

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

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

• Clients begin to identify you as a resource for aviation related tasks
• Technical Development
• Suggest solutions to client problems by being able to interpret FAA and USACOE etc. guidance; begin to suggest alternative study or documentation methodologies
• Prepare approaches, scopes of work, fee estimates for small projects
• Technical Talent Identification & Career Journey
• Seek leadership role in external professional aviation related organization (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
• 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
• This position is subject to a governmental background check

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years experience with Airfield Planning and Design

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) 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
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must

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.

Primary Location

United States-Kentucky-Louisville

Other Locations

United States-Kentucky-Lexington

Industry

Aviation

Schedule

Full‑time

Employee Status

Regular

Business Class

Airfield Design

Job Posting

Mar 5, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.