Aviation Project Engineer

Ardurra; Boise (ID); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardurra seeks an experienced Aviation Project Engineer to join our Aviation Group in Boise, ID and surrounding areas. A PE license or EIT is required, with remote work possible for Idaho/Washington residents.

You will lead airfield civil design, mentor EITs, coordinate with clients and subconsultants, and oversee construction inspection and bidding processes throughout project lifecycles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in civil engineering.
• 5 years minimum experience in airport consulting/engineering.
• Professional Engineer License strongly preferred, but not required.
• Strong knowledge of FAA advisory circulars for airport design and FAA grant process.
• Strong communication skills.
• AutoCAD Civil 3D experience.
• Willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Act as design lead for airfield civil construction projects with EITs and team.
• Oversee and mentor EITs in grading, pavement, marking, and airport design.
• Coordinate with owners, staff, and subconsultants throughout the project life cycle.
• Present design concepts and solutions during client reviews.
• Lead the bidding process design reviews and coordination.
• Participate in construction inspection and oversight as required.

Skills

Airfield design

Project leadership

FAA AC knowledge

Communication skills

Mentoring

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D

Job description

Ardurra is seeking an experienced Aviation Project Engineer to join our dynamic Aviation Group in Boise ID, Spokane, WA, Coeur d'Alene ID. At Ardurra, we’re more than an engineering and consulting firm—we’re a team dedicated to shaping the future through smart solutions and strong partnerships. Our mission is simple: empower our people to deliver innovative, sustainable projects that make a real impact on communities. Guided by our core values—Client Driven, Uniquely Nimble, Low Bureaucracy, Team Collaboration, Unlimited Opportunities, Relationship Focused, and Entrepreneurial Spirit—we foster a culture that puts people first.

Primary Function

This role offers the opportunity to work on impactful aviation projects while enjoying flexibility. A current Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer in Training (EIT) is required. For qualified individuals, candidates are able to work fully remotely as long as candidate resides in Idaho or Washington.

Primary Duties

• Act as design lead for airfield civil construction projects while working with one or more EIT’s and other project team members
• Oversee and mentor one of more EITs in the areas of grading design, pavement design, marking design, airport operational construction safety and phasing plans, and other components of airport design
• Coordinate with owners, internal staff, and subconsultants throughout the project life cycle
• Present design concepts, alternatives, and solutions during client review meetings
• Act as design lead during the bidding process
• Participate in construction inspection and oversight, either as lead inspector or as technical support

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in civil engineering
• 5 years minimum experience in the airport consulting/engineering field
• Professional Engineer License strongly preferred, but not required
• Strong knowledge of FAA advisory circulars related to airport design and the FAA grant process
• Strong communication skills are a must
• Computer skills a must including extensive experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D
• Self-motivated, team-oriented individual with the ability to work on challenging projects in a team environment
• Willingness to travel

Why Ardurra?

While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/  Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.

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