Category Aviation
Description At
McFarland Johnson (MJ),
you'll own your future. We're a
100% employee-owned firm with 80 years of experience delivering innovative engineering, planning, environmental, technology and construction solutions that make a lasting impact on the clients and communities we serve.
Certified as a
Great Place to Work, our employee-owners describe MJ's culture as collaborative, people-focused, and supportive.
Join us, and help shape the future of infrastructure, together.About the Role:We are seeking an experienced
Project Engineer to join our growing Aviation division in Glastonbury, CT.
Why Join MJ? - Career Growth: Accelerate your professional career with opportunities to lead, learn, and expand your expertise.
- Collaborative Culture: Work alongside multidisciplinary teams that thrive on creativity, support, and teamwork. Collaborative is the most frequent word used to describe MJ's culture in annual employee survey.
- Employee Ownership: As a 100% ESOP, your contributions directly shape our shared success - you own your future.
- Innovation & Impact: Work on projects that push boundaries, drive sustainability, and create real-world solutions.
- Professional Development: From mentorship, ongoing technical training, and conferences we invest in your growth every step of the way.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible schedules, generous PTO, and a culture that values balance so you can thrive both professionally and personally.
- Shape the next generation: For experienced professionals, MJ offers the chance to mentor emerging talent, share your expertise, and leave a lasting legacy in the industry.
Key Responsibilities: - Support and lead airport design and improvement projects from planning through construction.
- Prepare and review plans, specifications, and contract documents for aviation infrastructure projects.
- Assist with project management, scheduling, budgeting, and coordination across multidisciplinary teams.
- Provide technical design support and independent production of engineering documents.
- Serve as a Deputy Project Manager on select projects and assist with client coordination.
- Participate in quality control (QA/QC) of project deliverables.
- Support construction administration, including site visits and coordination with contractors.
- Mentor junior engineers and support the development of emerging staff.
- Ensure designs comply with FAA Advisory Circulars and airport design standards.
Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred; Engineer in Training (EIT) will be considered.
- 5-10 years of engineering experience, ideally within aviation or airport infrastructure.
- 4+ years of airport design and/or aviation construction experience in private industry or government.
- Strong understanding of FAA airport design standards and grant processes.
- Experience with construction administration and aviation project delivery.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and engineering design software.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
- Self-motivated with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Benefits & Perks: - Competitive salary.
- Performance-based incentive payment plan/bonus structure.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage.
- Generous Paid Time Off, including Parental Leave.
- Fully funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
- 401k match.
- Ongoing technical training and professional development opportunities.
Join Us and Make a Difference:Join a team where
your work has purpose, your ideas are valued, and your growth is personal. Apply today and become a part of a company where you can
#ownyourfuture.Position RequirementsFull-Time/Part-Time Full-Time
Shift -not applicable-
CityStateKeywordsPay RangePosition Senior Project Engineer - Aviation
Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt
Open Date 3/18/2026
This position is currently accepting applications. 
