Aviation Planner: Master Plans, Forecasts & FAA Compliance

Trilon; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan and Match

Career Path Development Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Competitive health and dental insurance premiums

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Trilon is seeking an Aviation Planner responsible for planning, developing, and coordinating airport-related projects. You will conduct aviation studies, prepare master plans, and ensure compliance with FAA regulations, collaborating with various stakeholders to support sustainable airport operations.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Planning or related field, strong technical skills, and between 5 to 10 years of experience in aviation planning. This role offers competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.
• Ensure projects meet applicable FAA Advisory Circulars, state regulations, and local requirements.

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

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Planning, Urban Planning, Geography, or related field

Master’s degree in Urban Planning, Aviation, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Aviation planning software

CAD tools

GIS (ArcGIS preferred)

Job description

Trilon is seeking an Aviation Planner responsible for planning, developing, and coordinating airport-related projects. You will conduct aviation studies, prepare master plans, and ensure compliance with FAA regulations, collaborating with various stakeholders to support sustainable airport operations.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Planning or related field, strong technical skills, and between 5 to 10 years of experience in aviation planning. This role offers competitive compensation and benefits.