Mid-Level Aviation Planner

hntb; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

HNTB seeks a Mid-Level Aviation Planner to join the National Aviation Planning + Environmental Planning Practice in San Francisco or Boston. You’ll contribute to master plans, environmental permitting, and terminal modernization efforts, coordinating with colleagues across disciplines to deliver data-driven recommendations.

We value aviation enthusiasm, critical thinking, and strong communication skills, with proficiency in GIS and data analysis tools.

Job description

What We're Looking For

HNTB's National Aviation Planning + Environmental Planning Practice is currently seeking exceptionally qualified candidates for a Mid-Level Aviation Planner position. Successful candidate(s) will demonstrate an enthusiasm for aviation, solid critical thinking skills, and a desire to explore the multi-disciplinary workstreams that shape the airports of tomorrow. Positions are available in either our Boston, MA or San Francisco, CA offices.

What is aviation planning to us?

We are critical-thinking problem-solvers who tackle any question that comes our way and continually build trust through our exceptional client service. On our team, we serve airport owners and airline clients to carry out a wide variety of analyses spanning multiple disciplines: landside, terminal, airside, airspace, environmental, land use, and financial/advisory. On any given day, we're delivering on master plans, environmental permitting, gate layouts, curbside studies, terminal modernizations, and so much more. This team is comprised of doers of the highest order, and we're excited for you to bring your abilities to join the team.

What You'll Do

• Research data sources, gathers data, and conducts analysis of data for use in projects.
• Identifies planning and analysis strategies using tools such as GIS, traffic, or safety software to manipulate data, assess scenarios, and perform project analysis.
• Investigates, evaluates, and provides recommendations on planning processes and technical solutions that best meet the project needs.
• Leads aspects of internal and external coordination with project team members, including other discipline areas involved with the project.
• Participates in client meetings and interactions.
• Leads preparation of maps, exhibits, and presentation materials for projects.
• Conducts or directs research on issues, policies, and concepts pertaining to planning, and formulates recommendations.
• Participates in the development of conceptual planning alternatives for urban and transportation planning projects
• Writes major sections of and leads production of plans, studies, reports, and environmental documents for transportation and infrastructure projects.
• Participates in public process and stakeholder facilitation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's Degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Engineering, or related field and 4 years related professional experience
• Master's Degree in Urban Planning, Geography, Engineering, or related field and 3 years of relevant experience
• Enthusiasm for solving aviation-themed challenges
• Master's Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Aviation Management, Urban Planning, or related field. We welcome non-traditional majors with technical prowess.
• Prior relevant experience at airports, airlines, or transportation authorities
• Excellent communication, graphical, and critical thinking skills
• Strong preference for competency with AutoCAD, design programs such as Rhinoceros, Revit, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, or data analysis languages such as Python or R.

Additional Information

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Locations

• Boston, MA
• San Francisco, CA

Pay Ranges

The approximate pay range for the California San Francisco Bay Area is $93,022.31 - $139,533.46. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual's qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.

The approximate pay range for Massachusetts is $89,301.41 - $133,952.12. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position based on all selected locations within the state at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual's qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state.