Michael Baker International

Aviation Planner

Michael Baker International$89K — $140K *
Tampa, FL 33647In-Person
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Urban Planning, Aviation Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
  • 3-8 years of post-graduate experience in airport or environmental planning.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, AviPLAN, GIS/ArcView, Adobe Creative Suite, and advanced Excel.
  • Preferred certifications include CM - AAAE and/or AICP certification.
  • Demonstrated ability in nuanced conflict resolution and communication.

Responsibilities

  • Lead development of Airport Master Plans and regional transportation plans.
  • Ensure design compliance with FAA Advisory Circulars and aviation regulations.
  • Conduct complex data analysis for aviation forecasting and airspace studies.
  • Manage project budgets and schedules, serving as Task Lead or assistant Project Manager.
  • Facilitate public hearings and coordinate with stakeholders, including airport tenants and community groups.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
  • Professional and personal development opportunities
  • Generous paid time off
  • Commuter and wellness benefits
Full Job Description
Job Description

What We're Looking For:

We are hiring an Aviation Planner to support our Aviation team. The position requires strong knowledge and enthusiasm for aviation projects, research, data compilation, public policy, and governmental regulations. Focus areas include aviation design and planning. Responsibilities include conducting research and assisting with production tasks in a multi-task environment. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a team spirit, a can-do attitude, and the ability to maintain positive client relationships.

What You'll Do:

Core Responsibilities
  • Strategic Planning: Leads the development of Airport Master Plans, regional transportation plans, and capital improvement programs (CIP).
  • Regulatory Compliance: Applies expert knowledge of FAA Advisory Circulars (Acs) and federal/state aviation regulations to ensure designs for airfields and vertiports meet safety and land-use standards.
  • Technical Analysis: Conducts complex data analysis for aviation forecasting, runway utilization, and airspace capacity studies.
  • Project Leadership: Manages project budgets, schedules, and deliverables, often serving as a Task Lead or assistant Project Manager.
  • Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitates public hearings and coordinates with airport tenants, airlines, and community groups.

What You Need To Succeed:

Typical Qualifications
  • Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Urban Planning, Aviation Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience: Usually requires 3-8 years of post-graduate experience in airport or environmental planning.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in industry-standard software like AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and AviPLAN, plus GIS/ArcView, Adobe Creative Suite, and advanced Excel skills
  • Certifications: Certifications: CM - AAAE and/or AICP certification preferred, but not required
  • Ability to resolve sophisticated client challenges by applying a nuanced, context-aware approach to conflict resolution (Professional Engineer) are often highly preferred at this
  • Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills

COMPENSATION

The approximate compensation range for this position is $89,043 to $140,243 er year. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

BENEFITS
We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical, dental, vision insurance
  • 401k Retirement Plan
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
  • Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
  • Professional and personal development
  • Generous paid time off
  • Commuter and wellness benefits


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About Michael Baker International

Michael Baker International is a leading provider of engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, architectural, environmental, construction and program management. The company provides its comprehensive range of services and solutions to a broad range of markets, including transportation, facilities, environmental, energy, water and government.
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Size
5,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1940

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