--- title: Civil Engineer Aviation at Kimley-Horn in San Jose, CA description: Kimley-Horn is hiring for the Civil Engineer Aviation role in San Jose, CA. Pays $105K–$125K per year. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/civil-engineer-aviation-at-kimley-horn-01a0b2a4-ce9a-7686-8b63-1668e6aec0fc date: 2026-11-13T00:15:15Z og_description: Join Kimley-Horn as Civil Engineer Aviation in San Jose, CA. Pays $105K–$125K per year. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/t80vm3.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | [Kimley-Horn](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/kimley-horn?utm_source=ai_markdown) | | **Location** | San Jose, CA | | **Salary** | $105K/yr - $125K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Nov 12, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** Kimley-Horn sponsors H-1B visas. It filed 18 H-1B petitions (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3). - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Kimley-Horn. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $85,000 – $112,000 a year (median $104,000). ## Description **Discipline/Focus** Aviation **Overview** Kimley-Horn's San Jose office is seeking a Civil Engineer-in-Training (EIT) with 2+ years of experience to join their Aviation team. This is not a remote position. **Responsibilities** - Develop detailed engineering plans, specifications, and technical reports for aviation-related projects. - Perform analyses, calculations, and design tasks with a high level of accuracy and efficiency. - Collaborate with project managers, engineers, technical staff, and construction-phase teams to ensure deliverables meet quality standards and client needs. - Assist in permitting, report writing, and supporting deliverable production timelines. - Troubleshoot design issues and provide innovative solutions. **Qualifications** - Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or a related field is required; PE license is preferred, but not mandatory. - 2+ years of civil engineering experience with a focus on aviation-related projects (airfields, runways, taxiways, terminals, etc.). - Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D and other civil engineering software tools. - Understanding of FAA and aviation-related design standards and regulations. - Technical aptitude and detail-oriented mindset for production-focused work. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. **Salary Range:** $105,000 to $125,000 **Why Kimley-Horn?** At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years! *Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn* - Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution. - Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options. - Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays. - Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses. - Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs. - Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources. **Position Type** Experienced ## Skills - Construction - Report Writing - Quality Standards - Professional Engineer - Technical Writing - AutoCAD - Engineer In Training - Employee Retention - Attention to Detail - FAA Regulations - Permitting - Technical Aptitude - Communication - Detail Oriented ## Benefits - Financial Aid/Assistance - Professional Development - Health and Wellness Programs - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Parental Leave - Personal Leave - Floating Holidays - 401(k) Plans - Other Retirement and Savings - Flexible Work Schedules ## Related - [More jobs at Kimley-Horn](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/kimley-horn?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Engineering jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/engineering?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Civil Engineering jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/engineering/civil-engineering?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Civil Engineer jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/engineering/civil-engineering/civil-engineer?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [California](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 284608 jobs - [Engineering Services](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/transportation-and-logistics/engineering-services?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 129886 jobs - [San Jose, CA](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california/san-jose?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 12033 jobs - [Kimley-Horn](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/kimley-horn?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 1377 jobs ## Related pages - [California](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 284608 jobs - [Engineering Services](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/transportation-and-logistics/engineering-services?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 129886 jobs - [San Jose, CA](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california/san-jose?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 12033 jobs - [Kimley-Horn](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/kimley-horn?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 1377 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)