Senior Aviation Planner

VHB; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work environment

Learning and development opportunities

Best-in-class benefits

Job summary

VHB is seeking a Senior Aviation Environmental Planner based in Boston, MA, to support environmental projects across New England. The ideal candidate will manage complex airport planning studies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and lead a team of professionals.

Requirements include a relevant degree, 8+ years of experience in aviation planning, and strong project management skills. VHB offers a competitive salary range of $110,000 to $160,000, emphasizing innovation, collaboration, and professional growth in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive experience in aviation planning and environmental projects.
• At least five years in project management leadership roles.
• Experience with FAA, Massport, and other regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex airport and aviation planning studies.
• Conduct environmental filings, master planning, and technical reviews.
• Support business development efforts and maintain client relationships.

Skills

Project management

Technical expertise in aviation planning

Knowledge of FAA regulations

Effective communication skills

Ability to manage complex contracts

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Environmental Sciences, Engineering

Master’s degree

Job description

About the Position

VHB is seeking a Senior Aviation Environmental Planner with proven experience in airport projects to join our Environmental team! We are looking for a dynamic, collaborative, and innovative Senior Aviation Environmental Planner to support projects across the New England region. This role will ideally be based in our Watertown or Boston, MA office.

Overview

If you are an experienced project manager with technical expertise, this is an exciting opportunity to take your career in Aviation and Environmental Planning to the next level. Work on challenging, high-impact projects that will expand your professional growth while making a tangible impact in the aviation industry.

Responsibilities

• Project management for complex airport and aviation planning studies
• Research, analysis, and creation of airport environmental and planning documents including, but not limited to:
  • MEPA and NEPA environmental filings
  • Airport master planning and airport layout plans (ALPs)
  • Airport electrification
  • Sustainability, resiliency, and climate change
  • Technical review of analysis of environmental conditions (noise, air quality, stormwater, remediation, etc.)
  • Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and eVTOL
• Support maritime operations and planning initiatives
• Assist the Corporate Transportation Market Leader and Regional Managers with business development efforts, including proposal writing, client presentations, and identifying strategic opportunities
• Maintain and grow current client relationships
• Perform project reviews and quality control audits for deliverables
• Supervise and mentor team members

Skills & Knowledge

• Ability to manage scope, schedule, and budget across multiple complex airport contracts
• Ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams and integrate VHB service lines to deliver comprehensive solutions
• Deep familiarity with FAA regulations, advisory circulars, and grant compliance
• Technical proficiency in environmental impact assessments, including noise, air quality, stormwater, and remediation
• Knowledge of airport electrification, sustainability, climate resilience, and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM)/eVTOL
• Familiarity with maritime operations planning and waterfront facility integration a plus
• Effective communication skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences and collaborate across VHB's New England offices
• Active participation in aviation industry organizations as a thought leader
• Aviation-related certifications (AICP, ENV SP, PMP) strongly preferred

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Environmental Sciences, Engineering, or related field from an accredited college or university; Master’s degree preferred
• 8+ years of progressive experience in aviation planning and environmental projects, with at least five years in project management leadership roles
• Experience working with FAA, Massport, and other federal/state/local regulatory agencies preferred
• Supervisory and mentoring experience preferred

The base salary range for this position is $110,000 to $160,000 for Massachusetts. This offer is determined based on a number of job-related factors including internal comparators, skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities and geographic location. In addition, VHB offers a holistic benefits package.

Building What’s Next, Together

Our people make the difference. We foster a technology-empowered, people‑driven, future‑ready culture where agility, innovation, and collaboration shape how we work every day.

When You Join VHB, You’ll Find

• Meaningful work on complex projects with real community impact
• A collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success
• Support to grow your skills and lead through change
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI
• Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment

VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.