Aviation Planning Lead: Emerging Mobility & UAS

HNTB; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HNTB's Aviation Planning Practice in Florida seeks a qualified professional to provide programmatic, technical, and stakeholder support to FDOT leadership and HNTB in advancing emerging aviation initiatives, including Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS). The role emphasizes project delivery, planning, industry engagement, and implementation across Florida.

Travel is frequent within Florida and occasional national travel to support demonstrations and events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field with several years of experience.
• Experience in planning, GIS, data analysis, and producing reports for transportation projects.

Responsibilities

• Research data sources and analyze data for projects.
• Identify planning strategies using GIS, traffic, or safety software.
• Lead development of maps, exhibits, and presentation materials.
• Draft reports and contribute to client meetings.
• Participate in public process and stakeholder facilitation.

Skills

Data analysis

GIS software

Presentation creation

Collaboration

Report drafting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Engineering

Master's Degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Engineering

Tools

GIS

Traffic software

Safety software

Job description

HNTB's Aviation Planning Practice in Florida seeks a qualified professional to provide programmatic, technical, and stakeholder support to FDOT leadership and HNTB in advancing emerging aviation initiatives, including Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS). The role emphasizes project delivery, planning, industry engagement, and implementation across Florida.

Travel is frequent within Florida and occasional national travel to support demonstrations and events.