Experienced Aviation Planner

Mead & Hunt

$117K — $156K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in aviation planning, environmental planning, sustainability planning, transportation planning, urban planning, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in aviation or related field.
  • Experience with airport planning for medium and large markets.
  • Strong project management skills, including budget preparation and monitoring.
  • Knowledge of FAA guidance and regulations.

Responsibilities

  • Lead complex aviation planning projects and teams.
  • Manage client and team relationships effectively.
  • Identify marketing opportunities to attract new clients.
  • Administer contracts and ensure project profitability.
  • Prepare airport planning documents and technical studies.
  • Facilitate meetings with clients, stakeholders, and the public.
  • Coordinate with the FAA and other government agencies.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Paid time off and sick leave.
  • Parental leave support.
  • 401K plan with generous company match.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • Employee assistance program.
Full Job Description
This position will lead aviation planning projects in Mead & Hunt's nationwide Aviation planning practice. This exciting opportunity allows for professional growth and leadership through challenging and rewarding projects for a variety of aviation related clients and services.

Responsibilities include:
  • Leading complex projects and teams
  • Managing client and team relationships
  • Seeking marketing opportunities to attract clients and obtain work
  • Administering contracts and profitability of assigned projects
  • Preparing airport planning documents and technical studies
  • Facilitating client, stakeholder and public meetings
  • Coordinating with the Federal Aviation Administration and other government agencies


Travel will be required. A valid driver's license is required.

The successful candidate will have all of the following:
  • A bachelor's degree (or higher) in aviation planning, environmental planning, sustainability planning, transportation planning, urban planning, or a related field from an accredited college or university

--AND-
  • A minimum of ten (10) years of experience


The ideal candidate will have experience with any/all of the following:
  • Planning experience at airports of multiple market sizes, including medium and large markets
  • Serving as a project manager for complex projects, including preparing and monitoring budgets, including overall responsibility for the profitability of assigned projects.
  • Performing lead functions with client contacts and communications pertaining to specific projects
  • Leading research, analysis, and creation of aviation planning documents such as: master plans, terminal area plans, aviation system plans, strategic plans, economic impact studies, Part 150 noise compatibility studies, aviation sustainability plans, and/or environmental assessments
  • Technical expertise in airfield/airside, landside, or terminal planning and programming
  • Leading business development pursuits and project interviews
  • Simulation modeling for aircraft operations, airfield vehicle movements, and/or airline passengers
  • Mentorship/leadership of project teams and junior planning staff
  • Managing client and public communications
  • In-depth knowledge of FAA guidance and regulations
  • Experience working with clients and project stakeholders
  • Active industry involvement
  • AICP, AIA, AAAE, CM, PE or other relevant certification


If you have strong communication and organizational skills, are self-motivated, and can work well both independently and as part of a team, complete the online application process for this job posting at www.meadhunt.com/careers.

Mead & Hunt proudly offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, paid sick leave, parental leave, a 401K plan with a generous company match, life and disability insurance, and an employee assistance program.

Mead & Hunt will not sponsor a visa (H-1B, etc.) for this position.

Salary Range: $117,000 - $156,000 annually; actual compensation may vary due to other factors such as: experience, skill set, or location.

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