Aviation Consultant, Airspace Simulation & Modeling

Job Summary

Landrum & Brown is seeking an Aviation Senior Consultant with a strong background in airspace modeling, simulation, and operational analytics to join a specialist Aviation Planning and Advisory team. This role is ideal for a technically minded aviation professional who is deeply passionate about how airports, airspace systems, and air travel function at a systems level.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute airspace and operational simulation models for airport and airspace studies.
• Analyze complex operational datasets to identify trends, constraints, and performance opportunities.
• Utilize industry-standard aviation modeling platforms including: SIMMOD TAAM AirTOp
• Conduct scenario testing and operational assessments for existing and future aviation systems.
• Support airport master planning and aviation infrastructure programs through quantitative analysis.
• Translate technical simulation outputs into actionable operational recommendations.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and client deliverables.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary aviation planning and engineering teams.
• Contribute technical expertise during client workshops and stakeholder meetings.

Qualifications

• Approximately 5–10 years of experience in: Airspace modeling, Aviation simulation, Airport operations analysis, Air traffic systems analysis, Aviation operational planning.
• Experience working with airports, aviation consultancies, ANSPs, or aviation authorities is highly desirable.
• Strong proficiency with aviation simulation and modeling software, particularly: SIMMOD TAAM AirTOp.
• Advanced analytical and quantitative problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong data analytics and operational analysis skill.
• Experience handling large operational datasets and simulation outputs.
• Familiarity with aviation operational concepts, airport systems, and airspace structures.
• Understanding of simulation methodologies and computational modeling principles.

What We’re Looking For

• Genuinely fascinated by aviation systems and operational efficiency.
• Enjoys solving highly technical, data-driven problems.
• Passion for understanding how airports and airspace networks function together.
• Thrives in specialist technical environments.
• Motivated by improving the performance, safety, and efficiency of air travel systems.

Why Join Landrum & Brown?

• Become part of a highly specialized Aviation Planning practice focused exclusively on aviation infrastructure, operations, and future mobility challenges.
• The team is composed of professionals who are deeply invested in aviation and who bring technical excellence, operational insight, and industry passion to every project.
• The work is intellectually challenging, operationally meaningful, and directly connected to the future evolution of global aviation systems.
• Opportunity to contribute to high-profile aviation projects while continuing to deepen your expertise in advanced modeling, simulation, and operational strategy.