Aviation Project Engineer - Lead Design & Delivery

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc.; Pittsburgh, Northern (Allegheny County, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. in Pittsburgh seeks an Aviation Project Engineer to contribute to planning, design, and delivery of airfield and landside infrastructure.

You will collaborate with project managers, clients, and subconsultants to provide high‑quality engineering solutions and may lead design efforts based on experience. Candidates typically have a PE license in PA or OH, 8–15 years of aviation experience, and strong skills in AutoCAD/Civil 3D, FAA standards, and client

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering from an ABET‑accredited program.
• Professional Engineer license in Pennsylvania or Ohio, or the ability to obtain licensure through reciprocity.
• 8–15 years of progressively responsible experience in aviation engineering, airport design, or related infrastructure projects.
• Experience with airfield projects, including apron, taxiway, or runway rehabilitation or reconstruction.
• Working knowledge of FAA Advisory Circulars, airport design standards, and aviation industry practices.

Responsibilities

• Support or lead the design of aviation infrastructure projects, including airfield, landside, utility, and site development improvements.
• Prepare engineering calculations, plans, specifications, reports, cost estimates, and bid documents.
• Coordinate with project team members, clients, agencies, and subconsultants.
• Participate in project planning, design development, interdisciplinary coordination, constructability reviews, and quality-control activities.
• Assist with evaluating alternatives and developing practical engineering solutions.
• Manage assigned tasks and support delivery of projects in accordance with established schedules, budgets, and quality requirements.
• Attend client meetings and collaborate with stakeholders throughout project development.
• Apply FAA standards, client requirements, and industry best practices in project design.
• Assist with scope, schedule, staffing, and workload planning
• Support proposal preparation and project interview activities, as appropriate.
• Participate in aviation or engineering industry organizations and professional‑development activities.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

FAA standards

Communication

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

ABET-accredited Civil Engineering program

Tools

AviPLAN Airside Pro

MS Office

Job description

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson, Inc. in Pittsburgh seeks an Aviation Project Engineer to contribute to planning, design, and delivery of airfield and landside infrastructure.

You will collaborate with project managers, clients, and subconsultants to provide high‑quality engineering solutions and may lead design efforts based on experience. Candidates typically have a PE license in PA or OH, 8–15 years of aviation experience, and strong skills in AutoCAD/Civil 3D, FAA standards, and client