Airport Engineer

Full-time position available with the Aviation Department - Planning & Engineering Division
Location:601 Brasilia Ave
Pay Starting at: $5,910 per month
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00a.m.-5:00p.m.
Application Deadline: August 7, 2026

About Us

About the Aviation Department

The Kansas City Aviation Department is responsible for managing and operating Kansas City International Airport (MCI) and Kansas City Downtown Airport (Wheeler Field - MKC). As an enterprise fund department of the City of Kansas City, Missouri, it is fully supported by airport-generated revenues rather than tax funding. The department focuses on delivering safe, efficient, and cost-effective airport services to airlines, passengers, visitors, and the community. Its operations include overseeing airport administration, maintenance, promotions, and overall system performance while ensuring a high standard of customer service and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do:

• Reviews the design work of consulting design professionals and engineers retained by the department; provides technical approval for such work and submits results to supervisor/Deputy Director for approval and enactment.
• Reviews contract documents and bid proposals from an engineering standpoint for construction projects at the municipal airports.
• Prepares rough design layouts and preliminary cost estimates for additions and improvements to the airport environment; assists in the preparation and presentation of the annual capital budget for the airports.
• Acts in a liaison capacity in conferring with federal aviation agencies, municipal departments, and representatives of other agencies and outside engineering and contracting firms.
• Prepares exhibit drawings for leases and special studies.
• Manages, organizes, and directs administration of the assigned work related to the design, engineering, and construction for final acceptance of the project.
• Directs and coordinates with contractors, company supervisors and personnel of enhanced engineering design and construction projects.
• Reviews and ensures proper adherence to program drawings and specifications for current aviation facilities and airfield projects.
• Manages on-site inspections of construction projects to ensure on-time and on-budget for the betterment of the Aviation Department - Roadways, bridges, terminal, drainage, paving, parking lots, airfield paving, runways, taxiways, and Overhaul Base needs are all part of the activity of the tasks but limited to MCI or MKC facilities.
• Consults with Deputy Director to communicate any critical or shortfalls in funding or schedule requirements of the projects.
• Manages and coordinates with airport tenants but not limited to ATCT (air traffic control tower), aviation divisions, FAA, TSA, OHB tenants, air cargo tenants and all construction companies to maintain the policies and planning /engineering principles related to the airport design and construction (existing facilities and new airport needs).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

REQUIRES

• an accredited Bachelor's degree in engineering and
• 3 years professional experience in the design and construction of airport facilities.
• Ability to pass 10-year TSA Background Check
• Preference given to candidates that have obtained EIT (Engineering in Training) and Longevity and expertise of knowing design, construction, management and installation of projects for the methods and principles to complete a safe and regulated project to the success, deemed by the Aviation Dept.

Other Information

Military veterans encouraged to apply

Why You'll Love Working with Us - Core Employee Benefits (Benefits offered to all permanent employees unless otherwise specified)

Comprehensive Health Coverage
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple options and low employee contributions.

Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays-with accruals that grow the longer you're with us.

Secure Retirement Planning
City-funded pension plan plus an optional 457 savings plan to help you build long-term financial security.

Support for Life's Big Moments
Paid parental and bereavement leave to help you navigate major life events with peace of mind.

Tuition Assistance
Get reimbursed for eligible education expenses-invest in your future while you work.

Income Protection
Short- and long-term disability coverage options to safeguard your earnings.

Life Insurance Provided
City-paid life insurance with the option to add more coverage for extra peace of mind.

Community Volunteer Leave
Take up to 8 hours annually to give back to causes you care about.

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URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION

Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.

In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City's Applicant Tracking System.

Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.

The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.

If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.

The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy

The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to accommodations@kcmo.org .

If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans' points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during "wartime" and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code • 4211).

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