Senior Engineer - Aviation

Sccaaae; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

401k match

Time-off

Flexible work schedule

Relocation assistance

Variable annual discretionary bonuses

One-time sign-on bonus of $20,000

Job summary

Sccaaae is seeking a Senior Engineer - Aviation to lead the planning, design, and delivery of complex airport infrastructure projects in Texas. This role involves oversight of multidisciplinary teams and compliance with FAA standards, making it crucial to expand aviation services throughout the region.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in aviation infrastructure design, a bachelor’s in Civil Engineering, and an active Texas PE license, with a salary range of $160,000 - $180,000, plus bonuses and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six years of aviation infrastructure design and project delivery experience.
• Proficiency with project scheduling tools and familiarity with FAA design standards.
• Ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and ensure compliance with regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and design for aviation infrastructure projects.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk.
• Coordinate internal and external multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Aviation infrastructure design

Project management

FAA design standards knowledge

Civil Engineering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited program

Active Texas PE license or ability to obtain within six months

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Autodesk Civil 3D

Job description

Higher Salary and $20K Sign-on Bonus

IEA Inc., a professional engineering services and construction management firm, is seeking a Senior Engineer - Aviation. This position leads the planning, design, and delivery of complex airport infrastructure projects across commercial and general aviation environments. Reporting to the Director of Aviation, this senior role oversees multidisciplinary teams and serves as a trusted partner to airports, airlines, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders. Based in Dallas or Houston, the position plays a key role in expanding aviation services throughout Texas while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead planning and design for runways, taxiways, aprons, terminals, roadways, and support facilities
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk
• Coordinate internal and external multidisciplinary teams
• Serve as primary liaison for clients, airport authorities, FAA, TSA, and stakeholders
• Review and approve design documents, technical reports, specifications, and cost estimates
• Ensure compliance with FAA standards, grant requirements, and applicable regulations
• Oversee construction administration and contract support services
• Mentor direct reports and support recruitment and team growth
• Contribute to proposals, presentations, and client relationship development

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program
• Active Texas PE license, or ability to obtain within six months
• Six (6) or more years of aviation infrastructure design and project delivery experience
• Proficiency with project scheduling tools (MS Project or Primavera P6 preferred)
• Familiarity with Autodesk Civil 3D for delivering project design and construction documents
• Strong knowledge of FAA design standards and airport operations

Salary & Benefits

The salary range is $160,000 - $180,000. A starting salary above $180,000 is possible for the exceptional candidate and will be determined by the candidate’s qualifications/experience. There is an attractive range of benefits, including health insurance, life insurance, 401k match, time‑off, and a flexible/alternate work schedule. Relocation assistance is available. Variable annual discretionary bonuses are offered, along with a one‑time sign‑on bonus of $20,000.