Aviation Planning Specialist - Master Plans & Forecasts

Talbert, Bright & Ellington; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent compensation package

401(k) Plan and Match

Career Path Development Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Health and dental insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Talbert, Bright & Ellington is seeking an Aviation Planner in Wilmington, NC to plan and coordinate airport and aviation projects. You will conduct studies, forecast activity, and prepare master plans while ensuring FAA compliance and stakeholder alignment.

You will collaborate with airport authorities, engineers, and agencies, delivering analyses, reports, and plans that support safe, efficient, and sustainable airport operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Planning, Urban Planning, Geography, or related field.
• 5-10 years of aviation planning or airport consulting experience.
• Knowledge of FAA regulations and aviation systems.
• Experience with forecasting and planning methodologies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and CAD tools.
• GIS experience (ArcGIS preferred).
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare airport master plans, system plans, aviation studies, and environmental documentation.
• Conduct aviation demand forecasts and capacity analyses.
• Analyze airport operational, environmental, and land-use data.
• Assist with FAA AIP grant applications and documentation.
• Develop Airport Layout Plans (ALPs) and planning documents.
• Coordinate with FAA, state agencies, airport sponsors, and consultants.
• Support environmental review processes and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct stakeholder meetings, public involvement, and presentations.
• Research aviation trends and technologies impacting airports.
• Prepare technical reports, maps, graphics, and presentations.
• Assist with capital improvement planning and funding strategies.
• Ensure projects meet FAA ACs, state regulations, and local requirements.

Skills

Aviation planning

Technical writing

Data analysis

Stakeholder coordination

Project management

GIS and mapping

Regulatory compliance

Public presentation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Planning

Bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning

Bachelor’s degree in Geography

Tools

Microsoft Office

CAD tools

ArcGIS

Job description

Talbert, Bright & Ellington is seeking an Aviation Planner in Wilmington, NC to plan and coordinate airport and aviation projects. You will conduct studies, forecast activity, and prepare master plans while ensuring FAA compliance and stakeholder alignment.

You will collaborate with airport authorities, engineers, and agencies, delivering analyses, reports, and plans that support safe, efficient, and sustainable airport operations.