Aviation EIT/Coordinator - Omaha, NE

HDR is a leading employee-owned design, architecture, engineering, and consulting firm deeply committed to fostering an inclusive and empowering culture. As a company, HDR prides itself on creating a welcoming environment where every employee-owner is valued and respected, encouraged to bring their authentic selves and innovative ideas to work each day. The firm is known for its forward-thinking approach and its dedication to making a positive impact on the world through its work. HDR’s Transportation Business Group focuses on enhancing the systems that move people and goods effectively and sustainably, covering highways, bridges, transit, rail, aviation, federal transportation ports, and marine infrastructure. The company employs a multidisciplinary team of planners, engineers, architects, construction managers, environmental specialists, communicators, economists, management consultants, and other experts to tackle complex transportation challenges with innovative solutions and technical excellence. The Aviation EIT/Coordinator role at HDR is a unique opportunity for an emerging professional passionate about aviation and infrastructure design. As part of the Airfield Design Business Class within the company, this full-time position based in Omaha, Nebraska, offers a meaningful career path where contributions directly influence the economic vitality, public safety, and sustainable development of communities through connected and efficient air transportation systems. The position emphasizes adherence to FAA Orders and Advisory Circulars, UFC requirements, local agency mandates, and client-specific manuals, ensuring that all aviation projects meet stringent regulatory standards. In this role, the Aviation EIT/Coordinator will engage in various design and coordination activities related to general aviation, commercial service, and military airfields. The position requires familiarity with specialty elements such as pavement, drainage, lighting, and signage, along with active participation in HDR’s Airfield Design Community of Practice. Proficiency or basic experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D and AVI-Plan software tools is essential, as the candidate will assist in preparing aviation-related design elements, studies, and reports, all under the guidance of senior staff. Additionally, the coordinator will support project documentation by maintaining project records, SharePoint sites, and related files, as well as contribute to marketing efforts and maintain an updated professional resume. The role requires collaboration within a team environment and upholding HDR’s employee-owned culture, which values active participation, diversity, and inclusion. The successful candidate will bring a proactive attitude, a commitment to quality, and a desire to grow and develop technical expertise in aviation engineering design. This role not only offers professional growth opportunities but also the chance to be part of a company that values social responsibility and empowers its workforce to make meaningful contributions to the future of transportation infrastructure.

• bachelor's degree in civil engineering
• interest or experience designing general aviation, commercial service, or military airfields
• basic use of AutoCAD Civil 3D or similar design software
• introduction to AVI-Plan software packages
• experience with Microsoft Office
• ability to work in a team environment
• commitment to employee-owned culture