Aviation Project Engineer - Airfield & Infrastructure Lead

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc.; Camp Hill (Cumberland County); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. is seeking an Aviation Project Engineer to contribute to planning, design, and delivery of aviation infrastructure projects in the Pittsburgh area.

Responsibilities include leading design efforts, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and providing technical guidance to engineers. The position requires 8–15 years of aviation experience, a PE license or reciprocity, and strong knowledge of FAA Advisory Circulars.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil or related engineering (ABET-accredited).
• Professional Engineer license in PA or OH, or eligible via reciprocity.
• 8–15 years of aviation/airport design experience.
• Experience with airfield projects (apron, taxiway, runway).
• Knowledge of FAA Advisory Circulars and airport standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support design of aviation infrastructure projects.
• Prepare calculations, plans, specs, reports, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate with clients, agencies, and subconsultants.
• Participate in planning, design development, and quality control.
• Mentor developing engineers and support staff.

Skills

Autodesk AutoCAD

Civil 3D

AviPLAN Airside Pro

Microsoft Office

Technical communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

FAA standards knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering (ABET-accredited)

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

AviPLAN Airside Pro

Excel/Word/PowerPoint/Outlook

Job description

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. is seeking an Aviation Project Engineer to contribute to planning, design, and delivery of aviation infrastructure projects in the Pittsburgh area.

Responsibilities include leading design efforts, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and providing technical guidance to engineers. The position requires 8–15 years of aviation experience, a PE license or reciprocity, and strong knowledge of FAA Advisory Circulars.