Aviation Planning Lead for AAM & Master Plans

Woolpert; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Freedom to Work program

Principal program

Flexible PTO

Career development

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Job summary

Woolpert is seeking an Aviation Planning Project Manager to join our National Aviation team. The role focuses on master plans, airport layout plans, AAM initiatives, and emerging aviation technologies, expanding Woolpert’s footprint as an industry leader.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of aviation planning experience, strong communication, and a collaborative mindset to drive profitable growth through client relationships and thoughtful project delivery.

Qualifications

• Aviation Subject Matter Expertise in areas such as Airport Layout Plans, Airport Master Plans, instrument approaches, pavements, facility planning studies, or site development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in a dynamic environment.
• Must be willing to travel to clients, conferences and Woolpert offices.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• Rapidly adapt to industry changes and internal initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on innovative technology and content to support decision making and migration strategies.
• Advise, author, and guide airport planning and design actions on master plans, airport layout plans, and airspace integration initiatives for clients.
• Collaborate with National Aviation Services Operations and aviation staff to meet practice goals.
• Contribute to business growth by developing pipelines of new/existing opportunities in Aviation Planning and AAM.
• Lead partnerships with other aviation consultants to win and perform projects.
• Maintain industry expertise on emerging technologies and regulations and partner with industry leaders.

Skills

Aviation SME

Communication

Project management

Multi-priority management

Travel willingness

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Woolpert is seeking an Aviation Planning Project Manager to join our National Aviation team. The role focuses on master plans, airport layout plans, AAM initiatives, and emerging aviation technologies, expanding Woolpert’s footprint as an industry leader.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of aviation planning experience, strong communication, and a collaborative mindset to drive profitable growth through client relationships and thoughtful project delivery.