Civil Engineer - Airports
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 5, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 24, 2025. Morrison-Maierle scores C on the Alion truth index.
ENGINEERS | SURVEYORS | PLANNERS | SCIENTISTS
Morrison-Maierle is a 100% employee-owned firm specializing in integrated consulting and design services in engineering, planning, surveying, and science. As a trusted partner to our clients, we deliver reliable, high-quality results, grounded in a deep understanding of local context and regional needs.
Position: Civil Engineer - Airports
Job status: Exempt-salaried
Location: Bozeman, MT
(Relocation assistance provided)
Seeking a Civil Engineering project leader to champion airport design projects-including landside, airside upgrades, rehabilitation, expansions, and construction administration for general aviation to commercial airfields in our local and surrounding communities.
TOTAL REWARDS
We know work is just one part of life. That’s why we offer a total rewards package designed to support you-at work, at home, and everywhere in between. As an employee-owner, you’ll receive competitive pay, bonuses that recognize your contributions, and benefits that promote your health, growth, and well-being. Whether it’s your family, hobbies, or future goals, we’ve got you covered.
- $80,000-$140,000 base pay(Compensation for this role is based on experience, qualifications, and geographic location)
- Annual bonuses because your contributions matter
- Ownership through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); 100% company-paid ownership contributions
- 90% company-paid shared health plan premiums
- Paid time off in year one for the things you love to do
- Paid parental leave and volunteer time off
- Six paid company holidays
- Two floating personal holidays for events that are important in your life
- 401(k) matching program
- AD&D Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance paid by the company
- Flexible work-life arrangements
Our longstanding and trusted engineering legacy has helped ensure safety, security, and growth for our employee-owners. Our people-first culture and collaborative team are what drive our success as a top 500 engineering firm and have earned us a spot on Zweig's list of “Best Places to Work.” Join our Airports Group as a Civil Engineer and be part of a legacy that builds better futures.
THE ROLE
The Civil Engineer will thrive with a variety of engineering project design opportunities available. The Civil Engineer will support and at times lead the planning and design of airport projects for clients across a spectrum of design work from facilities, terminals, runways, navigation, and airspace studies to water, gas, and power design and analysis.
These responsibilities include:
- Expertly collaborates with design teams, clients and regulatory agencies to grasp project vision.
- Leverage design software to create project designs, draft plans, drawings, and models according to project specifications.
- Applies FAA and airport safety knowledge in design work.
- Ensures precision and project safety through meticulous design.
- Tackles design challenges creatively, resolving complex problems.
- Performs technical writing for Request for Proposals, report writing, project specifications, and memorandums.
- Applies construction knowledge to oversee builds.
- Support project managers with construction administration tasks.
- Leads project management tasks and cross-functional teams.
- Completes project tasks from start to finish, supporting project and client services managers.
- Analyze facilities for system deficiencies regarding compliance with local, state, and federal standards and regulations. Provide improvement alternatives to meet compliance with such regulations.
- Provide job site support and observation and monitor construction progress.
“As employee-owners, we don’t just work here, we grow here. Together, we take on challenging projects, support one another, and create opportunities to thrive. Our culture empowers every team member to find success-professionally and financially-while building something greater than themselves.” - Arian Bloomfield, President/CEO
YOUR STRENGTHS
- Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction engineering or equivalent ABET-accredited engineering program
- Engineer-In-Training (EIT) professional designation required
- Professional Engineering (PE) license preferred or willing to obtain after-hire
- Minimum 4+ years of airport airfield, landside/airside design and construction experience
- Knowledge of FAA regulations and airport safety preferred
- Proficiency in engineering design software such as AutoCAD, Civil3D and Blue Beam
- Project engineering experience desired
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Growth mindset for client acquisition
- Valid driver’s license and insurable record for travel
Apply now, and grow your career as a Civil Engineering professional delivering essential airport infrastructure for the communities we serve. Join an employee-owned firm known for technical excellence, collaboration, and resilient infrastructure solutions.
WHO WE ARE
At Morrison-Maierle, we’re more than engineers, surveyors, planners, and scientists-we’re community builders. Founded in 1945, we're a 100% employee-owned, Engineering News-Record Top 500 firm driven by a passion for innovative solutions that improve lives across the Rocky Mountain and Pacific Northwest regions. We are rooted in integrity, respect, excellence, and commitment. Joining our team means becoming part of a purpose-driven legacy committed to building a better future.
Morrison-Maierle is not accepting third-party or recruitment agency solicitation requests.
Morrison-Maierle is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.