Aviation Engineer – Airport Infrastructure Projects

About the role

Join Aurecon’s growing national Aviation team delivering airport and aviation infrastructure projects across Australia. This early‑career position offers the chance to work alongside experienced aviation specialists on planning, design and delivery of projects that connect communities and keep people moving.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in the planning, design and delivery of airport and aviation infrastructure projects.
• Contribute to airfield, landside and broader aviation‑related engineering solutions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary civil, transport, building and infrastructure teams.
• Prepare technical reports, designs, specifications and project documentation.
• Support project delivery through design coordination and stakeholder engagement.
• Work closely with clients, airport operators and project teams.
• Develop technical capability under the guidance of senior aviation professionals.
• Foster a collaborative team culture focused on learning and innovation.

Required profile

• 1–4 years of engineering experience, preferably with exposure to aviation projects.
• Degree in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience within an engineering consultancy, airport operator or infrastructure environment.
• Understanding of airport, airfield or aviation‑related projects.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative mindset and willingness to learn from experienced professionals.
• Ability to manage work effectively and increase independence.
• Genuine interest in a long‑term aviation career.

Required skills

What we offer

• Career progression through an internal promotion pathway.
• Access to a strong pipeline of aviation projects from day one.
• Mentoring from experienced aviation specialists.
• Opportunities to build technical capability in a niche, high‑value sector.
• Flexible ways of working and a supportive, collaborative team environment.
• Recognition as a Best Place to Work (AFR 2026).