Aviation Planner (Planning Technician/Planner)

J-U-B ENGINEERS, Inc.; Orem (UT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Education reimbursement

Paid holidays

Vacation & sick leave

Performance bonuses

Employee ownership opportunities

Job summary

J-U-B ENGINEERS, Inc. in Utah is seeking an Aviation Planner (Planning Technician/Planner) to support master planning, airspace analyses, and environmental coordination across projects in the Intermountain Northwest.

The role involves developing Airport Layout Plans, conducting feasibility studies, coordinating with FAA officials, preparing reports, and traveling up to 25% to airports. A relevant 0–5 year experience and a bachelor degree are expected. DOE applies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a planning-related field or equivalent.
• 0–5 years of planning experience; recent graduates encouraged to apply.
• Strong analytical, decision‑making and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and technical communication skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% to airports in the Intermountain and Northwest regions.
• Experience with AI-assisted research, data analysis, and documentation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and conducting master planning tasks and studies.
• Developing conceptual Airport Layout Plans and terminal area plans.
• Researching and compiling statistical and technical information.
• Writing technical studies, forecasting, and airspace planning.
• Preparing reports and presentations; assisting with client management.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Time management

Team collaboration

Verbal communication

Writing communication

Research

Education

Urban planning degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAD

GIS

Job description

Aviation Planner (Planning Technician/Planner)

Location: Orem, Salt Lake City, or St. George, UT | Meridian, ID | Spokane, WA

At J-U-B ENGINEERS, Inc., our purpose is simple but powerful: Helping Each Other Create Better Communities. With over 20 offices across seven states, J-U-B is committed to creating an environment where employees feel supported, challenged, and connected to meaningful work.

Job Type

Full-time

What You’ll Do

• Preparing and conducting master planning tasks, strategic business plans, capital improvement plans, feasibility studies, airspace analyses, financial analyses, and coordinating environmental assessments
• Developing conceptual Airport Layout Plans and terminal area plans
• Researching and compiling statistical and technical information
• Writing technical studies, forecasting, airspace planning
• Preparing reports and presentations
• Assisting with client management
• Facilitating communication with FAA officials and meeting FAA-funded project standards and guidelines
• Working closely with project team members, sub-consultants, and clients

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• 0-5 years of experience in planning; recent graduates encouraged to apply.
• Bachelor's degree in Urban/Community Planning, Urban Ecology, Civil Engineering, Airport/Transportation Planning, Aviation Management, Geography/GIS, Environmental Planning, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and time management skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and technical communication skills.
• Collaborative problem-solver with a focus on win-win outcomes.
• Strong organizational and project planning abilities.
• Ability to travel up to 25% to airports throughout the Intermountain and Northwest regions.
• Experience using generative AI and AI assistants to support research, data analysis, planning, and document production, automation, with a commitment to accuracy, data privacy, and professional judgment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Microsoft Office.
• Experience with CAD and/or GIS.
• 2+ years of experience in planning reflecting a professional awareness of today’s aviation industry.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of FAA Advisory Circulars, policies, regulations, and airport planning standards – mentorship provided.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: $65,000 – $92,000 annually, depending on experience
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Coaching and Mentorship programs
• Performance bonuses for qualified employees
• Generous vacation and sick leave programs (increases with tenure)
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match and profit sharing
• Education Reimbursement
• Paid Holidays
• Health club subsidy
• A collaborative, team-centered work environment
• Employee ownership opportunities after qualified years of service

The application window will be open through October 21, 2026. Applications will be reviewed frequently, and interviews may be scheduled throughout the posting period.

Salary Description $65,000 – $92,000 annually, DOE