Aviation Planner: Launch Your Planning Career (Entry-Level)

Trilon; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match

Health insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Path Development Program

Mentorship Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Trilon is seeking an Aviation Planner to develop airport master plans, forecasts, and environmental documentation in collaboration with FAA and state agencies. You will deliver planning studies, ALPs, and regulatory-compliant analyses to support safe, sustainable airport development in Columbia, SC.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in a related field, 2+ years of planning experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency with CAD, GIS, and planning software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Planning, Urban Planning, Geography, or related field.
• 2+ 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.

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 AIP grant applications and documentation.
• Develop Airport Layout Plans (ALPs) and supporting planning documents.
• Coordinate with FAA, state aviation agencies, sponsors, and consultants.
• Support environmental review processes and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct stakeholder meetings and public presentations.
• Research aviation trends, policies, and emerging technologies.

Skills

Aviation planning

FAA regulations

GIS experience

Data analysis

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Planning or related field

Tools

CAD tools

Aviation master planning software

ArcGIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Trilon is seeking an Aviation Planner to develop airport master plans, forecasts, and environmental documentation in collaboration with FAA and state agencies. You will deliver planning studies, ALPs, and regulatory-compliant analyses to support safe, sustainable airport development in Columbia, SC.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in a related field, 2+ years of planning experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency with CAD, GIS, and planning software.