About this role
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. 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.