Civil Engineer – Aviation

Michael Baker International

Civil Engineer with aviation experience overseeing airport infrastructure projects. Leading design teams and supporting project management in active airfield environments.

Posted 4/23/2026full-timeOrlando • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $115,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design and construction of aviation infrastructure projects including runways, taxiways, aprons, airfield pavements, utilities, and support facilities
Serve and engineer of record for aviation civil projects.
Review plans, specifications, and submittals for technical accuracy and constructability
Perform field observations to monitor construction progress, quality, and compliance with project documents
Coordinate with contractors, inspectors, and airport operations to support construction phasing and access requirements
Assist with quantity tracking, field measurements, and pay applications
Support resolution of field issues, RFIs, and change documentation during construction.
Assist Project Managers with project schedules, cost tracking, and progress reporting
Participate in client, consultant, and construction meetings
Lead coordination between design, engineering, and construction teams
Prepare project documentation including meeting minutes, progress reports, and close‑out materials
Assist with risk tracking, issue management, and project controls

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
6+ years of experience supporting aviation or airport infrastructure projects
PE license
Experience working in active airfield or airport environments
Knowledge of airfield pavement systems, civil site design, and construction means and methods
Understanding of project management principles and construction coordination

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, vision insurance
401k Retirement Plan
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
Professional and personal development
Generous paid time off
Commuter and wellness benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

civil engineeringaviation infrastructure designairfield pavement systemscivil site designconstruction means and methodsquantity trackingfield measurementsproject management principlesconstruction coordinationtechnical accuracy

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationcoordinationproblem-solvingcollaborationattention to detailorganizational skillsclient interactionissue managementrisk tracking

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Civil EngineeringPE license