Entry-Level Aviation Engineer
The Entry-Level Aviation Engineer at Confidential Client supports aviation civil engineering projects through design assistance, construction cost estimation, and onsite project oversight. This role offers hands-on experience, mentorship, and professional growth opportunities within a collaborative team environment focused on innovative air transportation solutions.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Aviation Engineering Consulting.
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
This entry-level role supports airport and aviation civil engineering projects under the direction of project engineers and project managers. You’ll gain hands-on experience across design, construction support, and client communication while working with a collaborative team.
- Assist with client communication for aviation civil engineering assignments
- Support development of construction cost estimates and scope documentation
- Contribute to design tasks and preparation of engineering drawings
- Provide input and data for specifications and design reports
- Research design options and present recommendations to project staff
- Serve as onsite project representative and perform construction inspection/oversight as required
- Keep project managers informed of workload, schedule changes, and potential scope additions
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support project delivery
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or closely related field
- EI/EIT certificate required or ability to obtain within 18 months of hire
- 0–3 years’ experience in airport consulting/engineering preferred (open to new grads)
- Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Self-motivated, team-oriented mindset with ability to adapt on challenging projects
- Willingness to travel locally, especially during construction season
Compensation & Benefits
- Estimated base: $62,312 per year (estimated)
- Relocation assistance and signing bonus offered for qualifying candidates
- Professional mentorship, structured career development, and training programs
- Competitive benefits package (medical, retirement, paid time off, etc.)
Why Join Confidential Client
Join a people-focused engineering consulting team delivering impactful aviation projects. You’ll receive hands-on mentorship, clear advancement pathways, and exposure to a range of airport projects that support long-term career growth in aviation engineering.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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