Aviation Engineer: Airport Planning & Design

Neel-Schaffer, Inc.; Mississippi; On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

401(k) matching

Job summary

Neel-Schaffer, Inc. seeks an Aviation Engineer to be based in our Madison (MS) or Jackson (MS) offices, with other locations considered for the right candidate. The role focuses on airport planning, ALP updates, and FAA-compliant design and documentation.

The ideal candidate holds a BS in Civil Engineering, EI certification (or ability to obtain within a year), and experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation OpenRoads, and FAA standards. Travel in the South/Southeast is expected.

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 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.

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.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

MicroStation OpenRoads

Microsoft Office

Job description

Neel-Schaffer, Inc. seeks an Aviation Engineer to be based in our Madison (MS) or Jackson (MS) offices, with other locations considered for the right candidate. The role focuses on airport planning, ALP updates, and FAA-compliant design and documentation.

The ideal candidate holds a BS in Civil Engineering, EI certification (or ability to obtain within a year), and experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroStation OpenRoads, and FAA standards. Travel in the South/Southeast is expected.