Aviation Planner

Responsibilities

• Performs airport planning activities as part of a larger planning team
• Works collaboratively with engineering teams to support design projects
• Participates in the production of high-quality exhibits and documents to communicate the results of the planning study elements
• Led planning projects and working closely with our clients; ability to operate with autonomy and ownership over assigned work
• Contributes significantly to the overall success of Barge Design Solutions, Barge’s Aviation team and the team’s projects
• Collates, analyzes, and disseminates data to support airport planning projects
• Supports environmental permitting requirements and site selection studies in accordance with FAA Advisory Circulars and Orders
• Conducts site visits and field inspections
• Attends client and stakeholder meetings, documenting decisions

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in aviation management, aeronautical science, planning, engineering, or a related field
• Entry level - 4 years of experience in aviation planning, or similar experience
• Possesses a genuine interest in the aviation industry and eagerness to grow within the field
• Possesses strong verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
• Interacts with employees, other consultants, clients, and others with respect and professionalism
• Ability to work in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Ability to work in a collaborative, team environment and is responsive to deadlines
• Demonstrates an understanding of airport planning issues/solutions and ability to undertake technical assignments
• Knowledge of FARs, FAA Advisory Circulars, and FAA orders that apply to airport planning is preferred
• 2 years of experience in a consulting firm environment preferred
• Ability to work in AutoCAD and GIS software preferred
• Pursuing certifications (AICP, AAAE CM, PMP), as appropriate

Qualifications

• Passionate about the aviation industry and eager to grow within the field
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative, team environment and is responsive to deadlines
• Demonstrates an understanding of airport planning issues/solutions and ability to undertake technical assignments
• Knowledge of FARs, FAA Advisory Circulars, and FAA orders that apply to airport planning is preferred
• 2 years of experience in a consulting firm environment preferred
• Ability to work in AutoCAD and GIS software preferred
• Pursuing certifications (AICP, AAAE CM, PMP), as appropriate