Airport Program Engineer

Job ID22158LocationMadison;Eau Claire;La Crosse;Rhinelander;Wisconsin RapidsAgencyTransportationFull/Part TimeFull-TimeRegular/TemporaryRegularClassification Code26763Classification TitleCivil Engineer-Transpr-AdvIntroduction Join a team that is enthusiastic about aviation!The Airport Programming Section guides the planning, design, and construction of safe, efficient airport facilities in a collaborative and dynamic team environment. In this role, you will be able to develop or expand your aviation knowledge while being an advocate for airports throughout Wisconsin! Join our team as an Airport Program Engineer (Civil Engineer Transportation - Advanced)! This position offers a hybridized work schedule. This position offers a hybridized work schedule and may be headquartered at any of the below WisDOT offices at least 2 days per week. All employees working a hybrid work schedule are generally expected to telework from within the State of Wisconsin. This topic will be discussed more at the time of the interview.Madison, WI located at 4822 Madison Yards WayEau Claire, WI located at 718 W. Clairemont Avenue Wisconsin Rapids, WI located at 1681 Second Avenue South Rhinelander, WI located at 510 Hanson Lake RoadLa Crosse, WI located at 3550 Mormon Coulee Road WisDOT is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of paid leave time to start, 9 paid holidays, and 130 hours of sick time that roll over each year.Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits (health plan options start at just $49/month for single plans and $122/month for family plans after two months of employment)A casual office atmosphere, flexible work schedules, and telework options depending on the position’s requirementsAn exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings planWell Wisconsin Wellness ProgramA free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-beingUse this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!In addition to our generous employee benefits, we strive for inclusivity and celebrate different religious holidays and cultural observances and provide flexibility for utilizing paid time off for such celebrations. For more information on WisDOT you can visit our website by clicking here.The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is an organization dedicated to creating transportation solutions through innovation and exceptional service. We are committed to fostering an environment rooted in Integrity, Diversity, Excellence, and Accountability. Click here to learn more about how we apply these values in our work.Position Summary This position develops and manages the state airport improvement program and the federal Airport Capital Improvement Program. This position also provides consultation and advice to Wisconsin county and municipal governments, planning authorities, industry representatives, other aviation organizations and WisDOT management on airport programming and development funding. Responsibilities include analyzing and preparing responses to the reauthorization of the Federal Aviation Administration and its airport development laws, regulations, programs and procedures as well as potential changes to state laws and programs relating to airport funding to derive the maximum benefit to the state’s system of airports and its aviation industry.Salary Information This position is in schedule-range (14-13) with an annual salary of $92,768-$114,483, plus excellent benefits. A twelve month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan.Job Details This state agency does not sponsor work visas. This state agency is not enrolled in USCIS E-Verify and is not eligible to employ international F-1 students seeking STEM-OPT extension. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States.Prior to any appointments for position(s) filled from this announcement, candidates may be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check which may include FBI fingerprinting.Qualifications Applicants MUST have a valid Professional Engineering registration and be able to obtain a Wisconsin PE registration within 3 months if the PE registration is from another state.Minimally qualified applicants will have experience with all the following:Experience working with project development and project scheduling. (Activities may include managing a project throughout the project development process, from project identification and planning through design and construction; assessing and adjusting project schedules due to changes in project planning; and/or evaluating state and federal funding requirements/options.)Experience interpreting and utilizing State and Federal laws, regulations, and related policies.Experience researching and writing technical reports.Experience communicating with a diverse group of stakeholders which may include municipalities, state and federal agencies, consultants, in-house management or project managers.How To Apply Apply online! To apply, click “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don’t have an account. Once you are logged in, click “Apply for Job.” Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.This application requires you to submit a resume and letter of qualifications. Within your resume and letter of qualifications, you should describe your education, training, and experience as it relates to items listed in the “Qualifications” section of the job announcement. Your application materials are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your eligibility for the position. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in these materials, please view the Resume and Letter of Qualifications Tips document. Please view the ensuring a fair and equitable hiring process document to find out more information on the State of WI selection process. The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume within 1-3 pages. Any resumes or letters of qualifications submitted with more than 3 pages will not be considered after page 3. Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline.The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page and review method 2 for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. For general wisc.jobs user information and if you are experiencing issues and need technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobsFrequently Asked Questionspage. Questions related to obtaining the job description and details about this specific job posting can be directed to Chanda Kaz at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io.Deadline to Apply Applications will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis until the position is filled. Applications must be submitted by 11:59PM CST on the Tuesday prior to the review period. The first review period will be Wednesday, October 21, 2026.