Aviation Planner - Senior Consultant

About the role

The Aviation Planner will work on a range of projects across the country, conducting complex studies and analysis to develop plans for capital projects related to asset/facility utilization, land use, transportation initiatives, and other airport planning requirements. The role demonstrates an understanding of the broader business context and local/regional implications of planning decisions affecting airports.

Projects will involve applying FAA design criteria, CAD/GIS (including ALPs), airfield planning, landside planning, facility requirements development, and/or project or program management support. Experience in airport master planning, airfield planning, and Airport Layout Plan (ALP) development with knowledge of FAA guidelines is required.

Responsibilities

• Research, develop, communicate, and implement recommended solutions in coordination with stakeholders.
• Prepare planning assignments applying FAA design guidelines and regulations.
• Ensure integration of long-term master plans and strategic objectives into short and long-term development projects.
• Conduct and document project research; analyze data and present results using Excel and GIS.
• Write and format draft technical memos and reports.
• Research and investigate technical issues impacting airport development projects.
• Interpret regulations and propose solutions to obtain required project permits.
• Assume responsibility for moderately complex projects or portions of more complex projects.

Requirements

• Four-year college degree in aviation planning, transportation planning, urban planning, transportation engineering, aviation management, engineering, quantitative analysis, math, computer science, or public administration. Master’s degree is desirable.
• Minimum of five years of relevant experience; seven or more years preferred.
• Proficiency in CAD, Revit, and/or GIS software.
• Experience with airport master planning, airfield planning, and Airport Layout Plan (ALP) development, including knowledge of FAA guidelines.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Skills

• FAA SMS and airfield/airspace planning course experience preferred.
• Ability to develop and refine technical skills (e.g., Autodesk Revit, VISSIM, Synchro®, Vistro®, CAD, graphics software, ESRI GIS, cost estimating, scheduling).
• Above-average oral and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated with strong presentation skills.
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office suite.
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data.
• Attention to detail and ability to work within structured environments.
• Creative problem-solving within established guidelines.
• Ability to interact professionally in group settings.

Pay

$90,000 - $115,000, depending on qualifications.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, sit for long periods, bend, use hands to type, talk, and hear.
• Ability to walk, sit, and lift or move up to ten (10) pounds.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Mental Demands

• Use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information, and documents.
• Analyze and solve problems using math and reasoning.
• Observe and interpret situations; learn and apply new information or skills.
• Work under deadlines with occasional interruptions.
• Interact with staff and other organizations.

Working Conditions

• Primarily office-based with occasional travel to company subsidiaries, satellite offices, or client locations.
• Periodic weekend or evening work may be required.

Reports to a Managing Consultant, Director, or other member of Senior Leadership. No supervisory responsibility.