TKDA's Aviation Engineering Team brings expertise in airfield / airport engineering & planning, integrated solutions, and comprehensive services. Join us to shape the future of air travel!
We are seeking a Civil PE with 5-10 years of experience in airfield / airport, transportation, municipal, and/or site development projects. Aviation experience is a plus, but not required. The ideal candidate is passionate about tackling diverse projects in a fast-paced environment.
Flexible work arrangement (3 days in office / 2 days WFH)
Location Note: TKDA HQ is moving to the South Loop Bloomington neighborhood!
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Responsibilities Support design and planning for a variety of complex site development and airfield design projects. Manage the entire lifecycle of projects from conceptual design through construction Contribute to the rehabilitation and construction of runways, taxiways, aprons, utilities, roadways, NAVAIDS, fueling facilities, and security enhancements Collaborate a group of passionate engineers, designers, technicians, and planners to provide engineering services to airports across the country including small general aviation airports, large international commercial airports, and military bases. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering Registered as a Professional Engineer or the ability to obtain registration within six (6) months of employment. Minimum of 5 - 10 years of design experience related to aviation, municipal, and/or transportation projects; well-versed in the design of roadways, utilities, site grading, drainage and storm water management. Emerging interest or prior experience leading project teams and managing project scopes, schedules, financials, and technical requirements. Proficiency preparing plan sets, specifications, and construction cost estimates. Ability to apply effective written and verbal communication when developing proposals, preparing technical reports, participating in or leading project team meetings, and delivering client or public presentations. Flexibility to travel as needed (10-20%) for team meetings, client consultations, public meetings, site assessments/visits, marketing presentations/interviews, conferences, etc.; Occasional overnight travel may be required. In possession of a valid Driver's License with a clean driving record. Preferred Qualifications Previous training or experience with Civil 3D and/or AutoCAD. Previous training or experience with ArcGIS. Previous design experience with airfield or airport infrastructure projects. Previous experience preparing proposals and contract documentation. Familiarity with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and procedures.
In addition, to be considered for this opportunity and to perform the assigned responsibilities, the selected candidate must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must be able to complete and pass any background, security, and/or drug test requests required by TKDA, clients, and state and/or federal agencies responsible for aviation operations as an on-going condition of employment.
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