Senior Aviation Civil Engineer

Market Transportation

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

At Jacobs, we’re not just designing airports—we’re shaping the future of global mobility. As a Senior Aviation Civil Engineer in Florida, you’ll lead transformative infrastructure projects that connect communities and drive innovation. Join a team that values your expertise, empowers your growth, and gives you the runway to deliver bold, sustainable solutions in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

We’re redefining aviation infrastructure. In this role, you’ll spearhead the design and delivery of complex airfield and site development projects for both general aviation and commercial airports. Working alongside multidisciplinary teams, you’ll create resilient, sustainable, and innovative solutions that shape the future of transportation.

What You’ll Do

• Lead civil engineering design for aviation projects, including runways, taxiways, aprons, drainage systems, and utility infrastructure.
• Manage project scope, schedule, and technical quality to ensure compliance with client expectations and regulatory standards (FAA, UFC, ICAO).
• Mentor and oversee junior engineers and technical staff, delegating tasks and reviewing deliverables.
• Develop grading plans, earthwork balancing, and site layout design.
• Collaborate with multidiscipline projects, including electrical, drainage, structural, etc., and implement information into civil design.
• Understand the full project process from data collection to bidding and initiate the next step of the process.
• Collaborate with clients, subconsultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and review engineering reports, design plans, specifications, and cost estimates.
• Support construction administration, including RFIs, submittal reviews, and field observations.
• Participate in contract bidding and administration processes.
• Champion quality, safety, and sustainability in all aspects of project execution.

Here's what you'll need

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering (BSCE or equivalent).
• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Florida or ability to obtain via reciprocity.
• Minimum 8 years of civil engineering experience, with at least 5 years focused on aviation projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, AviPlan
• Strong understanding of FAA design standards and airport operations.
• Proven leadership in managing multidisciplinary teams and complex projects.
• Excellent communication and client engagement skills.

Ideally, You’ll Also Have

• Prior work on Florida-based airport projects.
• Proficiency in hydrology/hydraulics software (e.g., StormCAD, HEC-RAD)

Posted Salary Range: Minimum 102,900.00 Posted Salary Range: Upper 180,000.00

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $102,900.00 to $180,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on November 12, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

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