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Mannik Smith Group

Aviation Planner

Wilmington, NC · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Aviation Planner Department: Planning Employment Type: Full Time Location: Wilmington, NC Compensation: $80,000 - $100,000 / year Description The Aviation Planner is responsible for planning ...

Trilon Group

Aviation Planner

Wilmington, NC · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Aviation Planner Department: Planning Employment Type: Full Time Location: Wilmington, NC Compensation: $80,000 - $100,000 / year Description The Aviation Planner is responsible for planning ...

HDR

Aviation Planner

Anchorage, AK · On-site

HDR is seeking an experienced Aviation Planner to help grow our aviation planning group. As an Anchorage, Alaska based Aviation Planner, you will support existing avaiation planning work and pursue ...

HDR

Aviation Planner

Anchorage, AK · On-site

HDR is seeking an experienced Aviation Planner to help grow our aviation planning group. As an Anchorage, Alaska based Aviation Planner, you will support existing avaiation planning work and pursue ...

Trilon

Aviation Planner

Wilmington, NC · On-site

The Aviation Planner is responsible for planning, developing, and coordinating airport and aviation-related projects. This role involves conducting aviation studies, preparing master plans ...

Corgan

Aviation Planner

London, OH · On-site

Corgan is actively recruiting a knowledgeable Aviation Planner to join the firm. This position is open to be located in Dallas, Toronto or London locations. The firm is currently working on ...

Corgan

Aviation Planner

Dallas, TX · On-site

Corgan is actively recruiting a knowledgeable Aviation Planner to join the firm. This position is open to be located in Dallas, Toronto or London locations. The firm is currently working on ...

Corgan

Aviation Planner

Dallas, TX · On-site

Corgan is actively recruiting a knowledgeable Aviation Planner to join the firm. This position is open to be located in Dallas, Toronto or London locations. The firm is currently working on ...

Barge Design Solutions

Aviation Planner

Nashville, TN · On-site

Barge Design Solutions is seeking a motivated and forward-thinking Aviation Planner to support our growing aviation practice, reporting to our Nashville office. In this role, you will play a key part ...

Corgan

Aviation Planner

Dallas, TX · On-site

Corgan is actively recruiting a knowledgeable Aviation Planner to join the firm. This position is open to be located in Dallas, Toronto or London locations. The firm is currently working on ...

Corgan

Aviation Planner

London, OH · On-site

Corgan is actively recruiting a knowledgeable Aviation Planner to join the firm. This position is open to be located in Dallas, Toronto or London locations. The firm is currently working on ...

Kimley-horn

Aviation Planner

Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site

Our Fort Lauderdale Aviation team has experienced sustained practice growth. The team is seeking someone creative and driven to manage airport landside planning and implementation projects for a ...

Corgan

Aviation Planner

Dallas, TX · On-site

Corgan is actively recruiting a knowledgeable Aviation Planner to join the firm. This position is open to be located in Dallas, Toronto or London locations. The firm is currently working on ...

Bolton & Menk, Inc

Aviation Planner

Raleigh, NC · On-site

Join Bolton & Menk and start leading aviation planning projects within our Aviation Services team and help foster our mission that All People Should Live in Safe, Sustainable and Beautiful ...

Kimley-Horn

Aviation Planner

Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site

Our Fort Lauderdale Aviation team has experienced sustained practice growth. The team is seeking someone creative and driven to manage airport landside planning and implementation projects for a ...

Kimley-Horn

Aviation Planner

Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site

Our Fort Lauderdale Aviation team has experienced sustained practice growth. The team is seeking someone creative and driven to manage airport landside planning and implementation projects for a ...

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Aviation Planner

Wilmington, NC • On-site

Mannik Smith Group
Civil Engineering Construction • 201 - 500 employees
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$80 - $100/hr

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Posted 21 days ago

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Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

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Job description

Aviation Planner

Department: Planning

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Wilmington, NC

Compensation: $80,000 - $100,000 / year


Description

The Aviation Planner is responsible for planning, developing, and coordinating airport and aviation-related projects. This role involves conducting aviation studies, preparing master plans, forecasting aviation activity, evaluating airport infrastructure needs, and ensuring compliance with FAA regulations and industry standards. The Aviation Planner collaborates with airport authorities, engineers, government agencies, and stakeholders to support safe, efficient, and sustainable airport operations and development.


Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare airport master plans, system plans, aviation studies, and environmental documentation.
  • Conduct aviation demand forecasts and capacity analyses.
  • Analyze airport operational, environmental, and land-use data.
  • Assist with FAA Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grant applications and documentation.
  • Develop Airport Layout Plans (ALPs) and supporting planning documents.
  • Coordinate with FAA, state aviation agencies, airport sponsors, and consultants.
  • Support and conduct environmental review processes and regulatory compliance.
  • Conduct stakeholder meetings, public involvement initiatives, and presentations.
  • Research aviation trends, policies, and emerging technologies impacting airports.
  • Prepare technical reports, maps, graphics, and presentations.
  • Assist with capital improvement planning and funding strategies.
  • Ensure projects meet applicable FAA Advisory Circulars, state regulations, and local requirements.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Planning, Urban Planning, Geography, or related field.
  • 5-10 years of aviation planning or airport consulting experience.
  • Knowledge of FAA regulations, airport planning principles, and aviation systems.
  • Experience with aviation forecasting and airport planning methodologies.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Experience with airport master planning software and CAD tools.
  • GIS experience (ArcGIS preferred).
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Aviation, or related field.
  • Familiarity with FAA grant processes and environmental documentation.
  • Knowledge of NEPA and environmental permitting processes.

Key Skills
  • Aviation and airport planning
  • Technical writing and reporting
  • Data analysis and forecasting
  • Stakeholder coordination
  • Project management
  • GIS and mapping
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Public presentation skills

Work Environment
  • Office-based with periodic travel to airports and project sites.
  • Occasional attendance at public meetings, workshops, and conferences.
  • May involve field inspections and coordination with airport operations staff.

We Offer
  • Excellent compensation package
  • Outstanding holiday and paid-time-off programs
  • 401(k) Plan and Match
  • Career Path Development Program (Management & Technical Career Tracks)
  • Mentorship Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Competitive health and dental insurance premiums
  • Variety of voluntary benefit options
  • Short-Term Disability/Long-Term Disability
  • Company-furnished life insurance
  • Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • and More
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