Airport Civil Engineer - FAA & Aviation Projects

Airport Civil Engineer | FAA & Aviation Projects | $110K–$135K

Location: Lincoln, NE
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: $110,000–$135,000/year

Design and deliver airport infrastructure projects that improve the safety, efficiency, and future growth of aviation facilities while working alongside a respected engineering team on FAA and civil engineering projects.

If you're passionate about aviation engineering and want to work on projects from planning and design through construction, this is an opportunity to build your career with a collaborative firm that values technical excellence, professional development, and long-term growth.

Why you'll want this role

• $110,000–$135,000 annual salary
• Supportive and highly respected leadership
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture
• Excellent career development opportunities
• Diverse airport planning and civil engineering projects
• Competitive compensation and benefits

In this role, you'll:

• Design airport and civil infrastructure projects from planning through construction.
• Prepare engineering calculations, construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, regulatory agencies, and stakeholders.
• Perform engineering analyses and develop practical design solutions.
• Support FAA and airport improvement projects, including permitting and airspace studies.
• Conduct site visits, observe construction activities, and prepare field reports.
• Assist with CADD drafting, data collection, research, and technical investigations.
• Ensure projects meet quality standards, engineering best practices, and applicable regulations.

We're looking for someone with:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• 1–5 years of airport planning, airport design, or civil engineering experience.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with FAA or DOT airport projects is a plus.
• Familiarity with ArcGIS is preferred.
• PE license preferred but not required.