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Transportation Civil Project Engineer

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$83K - $112K/yr

... rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly ... We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental ...

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Transportation Civil Project Engineer

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$83K - $112K/yr

... rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly ... We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental ...

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A&P Mechanic Hawaii

Honolulu, HI

$27.75 - $36.50/hr

At Aviation Service Partners, you can achieve this. We believe that by empowering and preparing the ... Engineering, and Project Management teams to provide end-to-end MRO services that are cost ...

Aviation Service Partners

A&P Mechanic Hawaii

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$27.75 - $36.50/hr

At Aviation Service Partners, you can achieve this. We believe that by empowering and preparing the ... Engineering, and Project Management teams to provide end-to-end MRO services that are cost ...

Aviation Service Partners

A&P Mechanic Hawaii

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$27.75 - $36.50/hr

At Aviation Service Partners, you can achieve this. We believe that by empowering and preparing the ... Engineering, and Project Management teams to provide end-to-end MRO services that are cost ...

Aviation Service Partners

A&P Mechanic Hawaii

Honolulu, HI · On-site

$27.75 - $36.50/hr

At Aviation Service Partners, you can achieve this. We believe that by empowering and preparing the ... Engineering, and Project Management teams to provide end-to-end MRO services that are cost ...

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Senior Electrical Engineer

Honolulu, HI

$110K - $170K/yr

As a team of engineers, architects, designers, scientists, creators and a community of ... Aviation or commercial buildings) * Thorough knowledge of NEC and building codes. * AutoCAD and ...

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How much do aviation engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for aviation engineer in Hawaii is $92,178.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $89,400.00 and $97,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an aviation engineer do?

As an aviation engineer, your responsibilities involve the design, development, testing, and maintenance of aircraft. You may work on flight systems, mechanical elements within the plane, airspace navigation systems, wing or body materials, or other aspects of airplanes or aviation. Your duties include testing the designs or developments that you create and making adjustments or corrections before assembly of the aircraft.

What is the difference between Aviation Engineer vs Aerospace Technician?

AspectAviation EngineerAerospace Technician
CredentialsBachelor's degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering, certificationsAssociate's degree or technical certification in aerospace technology
Work EnvironmentDesign, develop, and test aircraft systems, often in offices or labsInspect, maintain, and repair aircraft, primarily in hangars or on the tarmac
Employer & IndustryAircraft manufacturers, airlines, defense contractorsAirlines, maintenance facilities, aerospace companies

In summary, Aviation Engineers focus on designing and developing aircraft systems, requiring higher education and engineering certifications. Aerospace Technicians primarily handle maintenance and repairs, working hands-on with aircraft. Both roles are essential in the aviation industry but differ in responsibilities and qualifications.

What are some common challenges faced by aviation engineers when working on new aircraft designs?

Aviation engineers often encounter challenges related to balancing safety, weight, and performance requirements when developing new aircraft designs. They must ensure that innovative solutions comply with strict regulatory standards while also meeting the demands for fuel efficiency and environmental sustainability. Additionally, aviation engineers collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including aerodynamicists, materials scientists, and manufacturing specialists, to address technical issues and integrate complex systems effectively. Managing timelines and budget constraints while maintaining high-quality standards is also a frequent aspect of the role.
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Civil Engineer - Aviation & Federal (Hawaii)

Burns & McDonnell

Honolulu, HI • On-site

Full-time

Retirement

Re-posted 9 days ago

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8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 50 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

3rd of 80 rated construction

Job description

Description
Burns & McDonnell Hawaii is looking for a Senior Civil Engineer to work within our Aviation & Federal Global Practice to lead civil engineering design projects for a variety of project types, including airfield, infrastructure, and facility projects for clients in the commercial aviation, federal government, military, and industrial business sectors.
This position offers challenging work on a significant variety of projects, including airfield pavements and geometric layout and facilities and infrastructure at airports and federal sites, and requires a broad understanding of all civil engineering design and construction principles. This position is responsible for providing a full range of civil engineering design and production work including problem analysis, design layout, calculations, specifications writing, and report writing on projects of substantial variety and complexity. Project design tasks will include master planning, site layout and development, airfield layout and development, utilities, drainage, and grading,
Our team is routinely responsible for performing the following:
  • Design site infrastructure for these facilities, including road geometry, parking lot layout, utility layout, grading, and drainage design, and stormwater management facilities.
  • Design airfield infrastructure for regional and international airport clients, including runways, taxiways, parking aprons, alert shelters, engine runup areas, which would include detailed pavement design, geometric layout, grading, drainage, and stormwater management.
  • Design fuel storage and hydrant system facilities at airports and military facilities.
  • Design ramp support facilities at airports including aircraft parking, maneuvering, jet bridge analysis, and ground support equipment servicing/parking.
  • Develop master plans for state-of-the-art facilities for commercial aviation and federal government clients. These facilities include aircraft maintenance hangars, engine maintenance facilities, munitions storage, and munitions assembly, personnel training facilities, flight simulator facilities, classrooms, and administration buildings.

The Senior Civil Engineer will work on an integrated design team within our Aviation & Federal Global Practice to perform the following duties:
  • Preparation of detailed drawings and specifications for all civil engineering portions of projects.
  • Site master planning, including site geometry, facility layout and orientation, vehicular access and parking, and pedestrian access.
  • Site development including grading design and earthwork calculations.
  • Site geometry and pavement design, including airfield and site pavements.
  • Utility system design for all utilities servicing the project, including utility routing, profiles, specifications, and coordination with other design disciplines.
  • Stormwater management design, including hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, stormwater conveyance design, flood control, and stormwater quantity and quality control.
  • Assist in the development of permitting documents and coordination with permitting agencies.
  • Assist in the construction administration process, including coordination with field personnel to resolve design related installation issues, the review of contractor shop drawings and calculations, field inspections, and testing of systems.
  • Assist in the preparation and evaluation of project budgets and cost estimates.
  • Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to less experienced staff members.
  • Exercise independent design decisions and apply formulas, principles, and practices to complete designs.
  • Coordinate design activities with other design disciplines.
  • Successfully communicate and correspond with internal design resources and external clients and personnel.
  • May perform project or design management duties.
  • May perform field inspections.
  • May perform business development duties.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor Degree in Civil Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program and 7 years of civil engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred.
  • Bachelor Degree in Civil or related Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited program and successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and 7 years civil engineering experience.
  • EPC project experience preferred.
  • Master Degree in Civil Engineering and 6 years civil engineering experience. EPC project experience preferred.
  • Minimum 7 years related experience. Completion of master's degree in related field may be substituted for one year of experience.
  • Professional Engineering license preferred.
  • Previous related consulting experience is preferred.
  • Experience in essential computer programs including Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Acrobat, Bluebeam, and Photoshop is preferred.
  • Experience in the use of 3D software to model civil engineering design, including but not limited to Autodesk Civil 3D and AutoCAD, Bentley MicroStation and Inroads, and SiteOps is preferred.
  • Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Team player concerned with the success and well-being of those around them.

Compensation
$100,000.00-200,000.00 Yearly
The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.
Benefits
Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.
EEO/Disabled/Veterans
Job Civil Engineering
Primary Location US-HI-Honolulu
Other Locations United States
Schedule: Full-time
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Req ID: 260526
Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-JH #A&F

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Burns & McDonnell assists clients of all sizes and industries by providing extensive physical services ranging from assessments, integrated security solutions, and large security architecture designs. Services we typically provide include security and safety system design, threat, risk, and vulnerability assessments, security surveys, security master planning, compliance to federal security programs, independent validation and verification of integrated security system operations, management of installation and maintenance, and staff augmentation to develop and implement facility management and protection processes.

Industry

Civil engineering construction

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Kansas City, MO, US

Year founded

1898

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