CAD Technician - Aviation
About The Position
As a CAD Technician at LJA in our Transportation department, you will be responsible for supporting airport planning and engineering projects through the development of accurate CAD drawings, Airport Layout Plans (ALPs), technical exhibits, and construction documents. In this role, you will apply FAA design standards and Advisory Circular requirements to create and customize project deliverables that meet the unique needs of each airport. You will collaborate closely with planners, engineers, and project managers to develop documentation for airport infrastructure, pavement, and modernization projects while ensuring quality, consistency, and regulatory compliance. Working within the Airport Design Center, you will contribute to standardized design solutions that improve efficiency and support successful project delivery across a variety of airport clients.
Requirements
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in civil engineering technology, drafting, or aviation design
- Advanced proficiency in Civil 3D. Familiarity with Bentley MicroStation and familiar with FAA Advisory Circular 150/5300-13B
- In-depth knowledge of FAA Advisory Circulars, ALP standards, and airport planning workflows
- 5+ years of experience in aviation-related CAD drafting and design.
- Proven track record leading drawing production on large-scale airport or aviation planning projects.
Responsibilities
- Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment that promotes synergy, clear communication, and shared accountability.
- Lead CAD production for ALPs, airside layout plans, grading and drainage, pavement, and utility design.
- Develop and deliver high-quality technical documents, visual exhibits, and presentation materials that meet or exceed client and project standards.
- Organize and manage project workflows to ensure timely completion of tasks and adherence to critical deadlines.
- Coordinate multi-disciplinary drawing inputs across teams and manage production schedules.
- Maintain and enforce aviation CAD standards, templates, and libraries.
- Conduct QA/QC reviews of drawing sets and coach junior team members.
Benefits
- PTO
- paid holidays
- full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s
- Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets.
- mental health support
- Paid maternity and parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
- in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team.
- Referral Bonuses
- Company-sponsored volunteer days
- philanthropic initiatives
- Memberships to industry organizations
- Great internal mobility opportunities
- LJA social events
- employee sports teams
- bring your kid to work day
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
