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Aviation Project Engineer

AECOM
full-time
Orange, CA
Posted 3/26/2026
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Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

AECOM is seeking an experienced Aviation Project Engineer to serve as the technical lead for airfield design projects. You will oversee engineering design delivery for major airfield improvements at large/medium/small hub airports including LAX, SFO, SMF, SJC, SNA, OAK, LGB, SAN, PSP, SBD, and others. This role goes beyond project execution — it’s about owning delivery from planning through construction, managing complex phasing and regulatory constraints, and shaping long-term infrastructure investments. You'll lead and mentor teams across multiple active projects while driving quality, constructability, and compliance with FAA and client standards.

AECOM has delivered civil and airfield infrastructure at more than 200 airports. Our aviation design teams are embedded in multi-year capital programs, typically ranging from $100M–$1B+, with civil packages covering runways, taxiways, aprons, and more. You’ll join a national team of aviation planners and engineers working on some of the most complex and high-visibility airport developments in the U.S.

How You’ll Contribute

  • Lead airfield design from concept through final construction documents

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    Minimum Requirements:

    • BS in Civil Engineering or related field + 10 years of airport/airfield planning or civil engineering design experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education

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    AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

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    ReqID: J10141708

    Business Line: Transportation

    Business Group: DCS

    Strategic Business Unit: West

    Career Area: Program & Project Management

    Work Location Model: Hybrid

    Compensation: USD 150000 - USD 195000 - yearly

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