Key skills
Airfield navigational aid (NAV-AIDS) systems designILSVORDMEPAPI/VASINAVAID sheltersPower/control systems designEngineered plans and specificationsLoad calculationsLighting layoutsCabling designPower distribution analysisFAA standards complianceNEC standards complianceNFPA standards complianceICAO standards complianceFAA AC 150 series design standardsEngineering Briefs and OrdersMedium-voltage distributionAirfield lighting systemsControl systemsNAV-AID siting and commissioningAutoCAD Civil 3DAGI32EIT certificationPE certificationCollaborative mindsetProject ManagementMentoringCommunication
About this role
TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative designs for the global infrastructure market. They are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer with NAV-AIDS design experience to deliver mission-critical airfield infrastructure projects across the U.S. and internationally, focusing on improving aviation safety and efficiency.
Responsibilities:
- 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
Requirements:
- 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
- Experience in Engineering Project Management and Construction Administration
- Skills in Business Development and preparing proposals
- Interest in mentoring junior engineers or leading design packages