Job SummaryLocation: We are open to having someone based in ANY US location.
Are you ready to power the future of aviation safety and innovation? We’re looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer with NAV-AIDS design experience to help deliver mission-critical airfield infrastructure projects across the U.S and internationally. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact on airport operations, safety, and modernization—while growing your career alongside a team that invests in your development.
Why You’ll Love This Opportunity
• Shape the Future of Aviation: Design systems that improve safety and efficiency for pilots, ground crews, and travelers worldwide.
• High-Impact Projects: Work on major airport programs including runway rehabilitation and expansions, airfield improvement programs, and FAA safety initiatives.
• Career Growth Built-In: Access mentorship, technical training, and career pathways toward senior engineering and leadership roles.
• Flexible Work Options: Choose a location that works for you—work from home, one of our U.S. offices, or a hybrid setup.
• Supportive Engineering Culture: Collaborate with industry-leading aviation engineers in a team that values innovation, learning, and teamwork.
Responsibilities & QualificationsWhat You’ll Do
Design airfield navigational aid (NAV-AIDS) systems including ILS, VOR, DME, PAPI/VASI, NAVAID shelters, and associated power/control systems.
Prepare engineered plans, specifications, and reports for aviation electrical projects.
Perform load calculations, lighting layouts, cabling design, and power distribution analysis.
Ensure designs comply with FAA, NEC, NFPA, and ICAO standards.
Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, communications, and systems engineers.
Support construction-phase services such as submittal reviews, RFIs, and field inspections.
Contribute to innovation and continuous improvement in project delivery and best practices.
What You Bring
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE required).
Significant experience in electrical engineering design—aviation and/or NAV-AIDS required.
Familiarity with FAA AC 150 series design standards, , Engineering Briefs, and Orders.
Experience with medium-voltage distribution, airfield lighting systems, or control systems.
Knowledge of NAV-AID siting and commissioning.
Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D; AGI32 or similar tools a plus.
EIT or PE strongly desirable (or ability to obtain).
Excellent communication skills and a proactive, collaborative mindset.
Bonus Skills
Experience in Engineering Project Management and Construction Administration.
Skills in Business Development and preparing proposals.
Interest in mentoring junior engineers or leading design packages.
What We Offer
Competitive compensation + performance bonuses
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision & retirement plans
Company-funded professional development & PE licensing support
Paid industry memberships and conference participation
Strong mentorship culture & technical career ladder
Flexible work location + collaborative team environment
Join Us
If you’re passionate about aviation and ready to help build safer, smarter airports, we’d love to connect. Apply today and help shape the systems that guide every takeoff and landing.
Additional InformationTYLin is committed to pay equity. As part of that commitment, we have provided the base compensation range of $110,000 - $160,000 annually for this position and local market. We recognize that each candidate brings a unique set of skills, experience, education and competencies to the table that will be reflected in our offer. TYLin is proud to offer exciting career development opportunities.
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TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
We encourage all candidates to explore our total rewards offering.
Collaboration, mission-driven focus, discipline, and leadership skills developed through military service benefit us all. Whether you are a Veteran, Guardsman or Reservist, a Military Spouse or you are planning to transition to civilian life in the near future, we welcome and value your application.
