Aviation Project Planner - Airport Development & Planning

Texas Department of Transportation; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Flexible Work Schedules

Health Premiums 100%

Tuition Assistance

Wellness Program

Career Development

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation is seeking an Aviation Project Planner for the Aviation Division in Austin, TX. The role focuses on leading planning efforts for aviation development, coordinating with sponsors and internal teams, and ensuring compliance with FAA advisories and TxDOT standards.

Qualified candidates have at least 2 years in airport planning or related fields, with strong coordination and budgeting awareness. State vehicle driving may be required; travel up to 50% is indicated.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in airport planning or project management.
• Experience collaborating with stakeholders and managing planning deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced aviation planning for development projects.
• Coordinates with airport sponsors and internal teams on scopes, costs, and schedules.
• Reviews planning documents for FAA and TxDOT standards.
• Supports development of CIP and funding strategies.
• Tracks milestones and ensures timely delivery of planning deliverables.

Skills

Airport planning

Project management

Stakeholder meetings

Job description

Texas Department of Transportation is seeking an Aviation Project Planner for the Aviation Division in Austin, TX. The role focuses on leading planning efforts for aviation development, coordinating with sponsors and internal teams, and ensuring compliance with FAA advisories and TxDOT standards.

Qualified candidates have at least 2 years in airport planning or related fields, with strong coordination and budgeting awareness. State vehicle driving may be required; travel up to 50% is indicated.