Aviation Planning Analyst

Kimley-Horn; Lehi (UT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Health coverage

Time off

Student loan matching

Tuition reimbursement

Family-friendly benefits

Job summary

Kimley-Horn is seeking upcoming graduates to join our Lehi, Utah office in 2027. This is not a remote position and you will contribute to planning, zoning analysis, and permitting for diverse projects.

You will work with multidisciplinary teams, gain exposure to public and private sector projects, and advance through professional development and internal training programs. A strong emphasis is placed on collaboration and regulatory knowledge.

Qualifications

• Degree by Summer 2027 in one of the listed majors.
• Accredited program completion.
• Willingness to join our Lehi, UT office in 2027.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to pre-construction planning, modification, permitting, and analysis for multiple projects.
• Assist project managers and collaborate across disciplines to realize client visions.
• Develop familiarity with federal, state, and local regulations and Kimley-Horn’s standards.
• Evaluate development proposals for zoning compliance.
• Prepare planning and land use studies.
• Coordinate with municipal and state agencies and gain exposure to diverse project experiences.

Education

Bachelors or Masters in Aviation Management, Airport Management, Aviation Business Administration, Urban & Regional Planning, Transportation Planning, Community & Regional Planning, or Other 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.