What are the responsibilities and job description for the Entry-Level Aviation Engineer position at Ardurra?
Adurra is seeking an Entry-Level Aviation Engineer to join our Aviation Group in Cody, WY or Cheyenne, WY
At Ardurra, we’re more than an engineering and consulting firm—we’re a team dedicated to shaping the future through smart solutions and strong partnerships. Our mission is simple: empower our people to deliver innovative, sustainable projects that make a real impact on communities. Guided by our core values—Client Driven, Uniquely Nimble, Low Bureaucracy, Team Collaboration, Unlimited Opportunities, Relationship Focused, and Entrepreneurial Spirit—we foster a culture that puts people first.
Primary Function
This is an exciting opportunity to launch your career in aviation engineering while working on projects that shape the future of air transportation. We offer relocation assistance and a signing bonus to make your transition seamless. Candidates must have an EIT certification or the ability to obtain it within 18 months of hire. At Ardurra, you’ll gain hands-on experience, mentorship from industry experts, and clear paths for professional growth—all within a collaborative and innovative environment. If you’re ready to build your future and make an impact, apply today!
Primary Duties
- Assists in client contact and communication pertaining to specific projects
- Assists in the development of construction cost estimates for various projects
- Keeps Project Manager informed of workload and any changes in project scope or additional services
- Assists in design components of various projects, design tasks and preparation of drawings
- Provides information to Project Manager or Project Engineer for incorporation into specifications
- Researches design options and presents options to Project Manager or Project Engineer
- May serve as onsite project representative
- Construction inspection and oversight
- Additional duties as assigned
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree in civil engineering
- EI/EIT Certificate required or ability to obtain within 18-months
- 0 to 3 years' experience in the airport consulting/engineering field preferred
- Knowledge of FAA advisory circulars related to airport design and the FAA grant process
- Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D preferred
- Excellent communication skills
- Self-motivated, team-oriented individual with the ability to work on challenging projects in a team environment
- Willingness to travel, especially during construction season
Why Ardurra?
While Ardurra offers competitive compensation and rich benefits programs, it is our culture that truly sets us apart from our peers. We nurture a family-like culture, striving to create a work environment that is enjoyable, challenging and rewarding but also fun. We are acutely focused on developing our staff, whether through our internal Ardurra Academy or through our industry-leading Leadership program. We have made a deliberate and focused commitment to nurture a people-centric culture where people are: valued as individuals; supported in their professional and career development with multiple, varied career paths; provided the tools and resources to be successful, engaged, and satisfied in their work; and positive benefits, time-off programs, and flexibility to help maintain a healthy balance between work and home.
Ardurra is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:
Ardurra does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agency Agreement, Ardurra will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. If a resume or candidate is submitted to any hiring manager without a previously signed agreement, Ardurra reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. These candidates will be considered property of Ardurra. We’re not currently looking to add any more agencies to our list of approved vendors, so please do not contact any of our managers or recruitment team with sales calls or details of your candidates.
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