Aviation Planning Analyst

Kimley-Horn; Lehi (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional retirement plan

Comprehensive health coverage

Flexible time off

Student loan matching / 401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

New parent leave

Job summary

Kimley-Horn is seeking upcoming graduates to join our Lehi, Utah office in 2027. This is not a remote position, offering a hands-on opportunity to contribute to planning and land-use projects.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, learn local/state regulations, and develop planning skills across public and private sector projects, gaining exposure to a range of assignments atKimley-Horn.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree completed by Summer 2027 in one of the listed majors.
• Degree from an accredited program; high-interest in planning and land use.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to pre-construction planning, modification, permitting, and analysis for multiple projects.
• Solve complex problems, assist project managers, and collaborate across disciplines to realize client visions.
• Develop familiarity with regulations and Kimley-Horn practices to ensure compliance.
• Evaluate development proposals for zoning compliance.
• Prepare planning and land use studies.
• Coordinate with municipal and state agencies.
• Gain exposure to diverse project experiences serving public and private sectors.

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Aviation Management

Bachelor's or Master's in Airport Management

Bachelor's or Master's in Aviation Business Administration

Bachelor's or Master's in Urban & Regional Planning

Bachelor's or Master's in Transportation Planning

Bachelor's or Master's in Community & Regional Planning

Bachelor's or Master's in Related Major

Job description

Overview

Kimley-Horn is looking for upcoming graduates to join our Lehi, Utah (UT) office in 2027! This is not a remote position.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the pre-construction planning, modification, permitting, and analysis for multiple projects ranging in size and scope.
• Solve complex problems, assist project managers, and collaborate across disciplines to produce our clients’ visions for the future built environment.
• Develop familiarity with the federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Kimley-Horn’s and our client’s practices, procedures, and standards.
• Evaluate development proposals to identify compliance with zoning regulations.
• Prepare planning and land use studies.
• Coordinate with various municipal and state agencies.
• Gain exposure to diverse project experiences as we provide services to both the public and private sectors.

Qualifications

• A degree (Bachelors or Masters) from an accredited program by Summer of 2027 in these majors:
  • Aviation Management
  • Airport Management
  • Aviation Business Administration
  • Urban & Regional Planning
  • Transportation Planning
  • Community & Regional Planning
  • Or Other Related Major
  • Or Other Related Major

Why Kimley-Horn?

At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 18 years!

Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn

• Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
• Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
• Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.