Community Planner

Torch Technologies; Eglin Air Force Base (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP participation

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Flexible spending accounts

Health Savings Accounts

Health Reimbursement Accounts

EAP

Job summary

Torch Technologies is seeking a Community Planner to lead installation planning initiatives at Eglin AFB, ensuring optimal land use, facility-space planning, and infrastructure development to support Air Force mission requirements.

The role requires a Secret security clearance, a Master’s degree in a related field (or substantial equivalent experience), and a proven ability to coordinate cross-disciplinary teams on defense projects. Onsite at Florida’s Eglin facility.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Secret security clearance required.
• Master's degree in a related field with extensive experience or a Bachelor's with substantial experience (substituting 8 years for a Master's).
• 12 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, review, and update of installation development plans and area development plans.
• Analyze land use, environmental impact, and infrastructure requirements to support mission execution.
• Coordinate with engineering, environmental, and operations teams to align planning initiatives with goals.
• Prepare and present high-level reports and recommendations to leadership.

Education

Master's degree in Urban Planning/Community Planning/Geography/Civil Engineering

Bachelor's degree plus 18+ years relevant experience

12 years relevant experience in lieu of a degree

Tools

GIS

AutoCAD

Job description

Torch Technologies

Torch Technologies Thank you for your interest in employment with Torch Technologies. We are a 100% employee-owned, Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County, headquartered in Huntsville, AL. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. As one of the nation's top 100 defense companies, the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. Our corporate mission sums up the pride our employee-owners take in the work we do: "Lighting the Pathway of Freedom". And, as a Certified Evergreen ESOP, we have made the commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years! Come grow with us!

Role Summary

Torch Technologies is seeking a Community Planner to provide expert-level support at Eglin AFB, leading the development, maintenance, and implementation of installation planning initiatives. This role is critical for ensuring the effective management of land use, facility-space optimization, and infrastructure development in support of Air Force mission requirements.

Your Duties

• Lead the development, review, and update of installation development plans, area development plans, and facility-space optimization strategies.
• Conduct advanced analysis of land use, environmental impact, and infrastructure requirements to support mission execution and long-range planning.
• Coordinate with engineering, environmental, and operations teams to ensure alignment of community planning initiatives with organizational goals.
• Prepare and present high-level reports, briefings, and recommendations to leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with Air Force, DoD, and federal regulations governing installation planning and development.
• Facilitate community engagement activities, including public meetings, stakeholder consultations, and interagency coordination.
• Track and report on planning metrics, project milestones, and resource utilization.
• Provide input for environmental, safety, and occupational health plans as required.
• Mentor junior planners and contribute to the professional development of the planning team.

Required Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship
• Master's degree in Urban Planning, Community Planning, Geography, Civil Engineering, or a related field and over 10 years of relevant experience; OR Bachelor's degree in a related field and at least 18 years of relevant experience (substituting 8 years for the Master's); OR 12 years of relevant experience (in lieu of a degree).
• Must possess and maintain Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with GIS, AutoCAD, or other planning and mapping tools.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and complex planning projects.
• In-depth knowledge of Air Force and DoW planning standards is highly preferred.

Schedule & Location

• Schedule: M-F; 8-5
• Work Location: Onsite at Eglin AFB, FL
• Travel: 10%
• Relocation Assistance Available: No
• Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No

Benefits

Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including:

• ESOP participation
• 401(k) match
• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• short-term disability
• long-term disability
• flexible spending accounts
• Health Saving Accounts
• Health Reimbursement Accounts
• EAP
• education assistance
• paid time off
• holidays

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Torch Technologies, Inc. participates in E-Verify.

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Thank you for your interest in Torch Technologies.