Aviation Planner (Planning Technician/Planner)

About the role

J-U-B ENGINEERS, Inc. is seeking a collaborative and solutions-oriented Planner to join our Aviation Services Group. We offer a supportive and challenging environment where employees can grow and make a positive impact.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and conducting master planning tasks, strategic business plans, capital improvement plans, feasibility studies, airspace analyses, financial analyses, and coordinating environmental assessments
• Developing conceptual Airport Layout Plans and terminal area plans
• Researching and compiling statistical and technical information
• Writing technical studies, forecasting, airspace planning
• Preparing reports and presentations
• Aiding with client management
• Facilitating communication with FAA officials and meeting FAA-funded project standards and guidelines
• Working closely with project team members, sub-consultants, and clients

Requirements

• Minimum 0-5 years of experience in planning; recent graduates encouraged to apply.
• Bachelor's degree in Urban/Community Planning, Urban Ecology, Civil Engineering, Airport/Transportation Planning, Aviation Management, Geography/GIS, Environmental Planning, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and technical communication skills.
• Collaborative problem-solver with a focus on win-win outcomes.
• Strong organizational and project planning abilities.
• Ability to travel up to 25% to airports throughout the Intermountain and Northwest regions.
• Experience using generative AI and AI assistants to support research, data analysis, planning, and document production, automation, with a commitment to accuracy, data privacy, and professional judgment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with CAD and/or GIS.
• 2+ years of experience in planning reflecting a professional awareness of today’s aviation industry.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of FAA Advisory Circulars, policies, regulations, and airport planning standards – mentorship provided.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: $65,000 – $92,000 annually, depending on experience.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Coaching and Mentorship programs.
• Performance bonuses for qualified employees.
• Generous vacation and sick leave programs (increases with tenure).
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) with company match and profit sharing.
• Education Reimbursement.
• Paid Holidays.
• Health club subsidy.
• A collaborative, team-centered work environment.
• Employee ownership opportunities after qualified years of service.

Benefits Details

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Schedule

Full-time position.

Pay

$65,000 – $92,000 annually, DOE