Senior Aviation Planner (AAM) - Hybrid

AtkinsRealis USA Inc.; Melbourne (FL); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with match

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Flexible work options

Employee assistance program

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis seeks a Senior Aviation Planner (AAM) for a hybrid role based in Florida to lead planning projects across airports and nationwide, focusing on advanced air mobility. You will coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to develop, evaluate, and deliver AAM and airport concepts that meet current and emerging requirements.

Using tools such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, AviPLAN, and other industry software, you will analyze aviation data, apply FAA Advisory Circulars, prepare technical reports and

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Planning or related field.
• Minimum five years' experience since a Bachelor's degree, or four years post Master's.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM); current trends and players.
• Familiarity with airside and landside aviation planning projects including airports and AAM facilities.
• Knowledge of FAA Advisory Circulars (ACs), guidance, and regulatory standards for airport/heliport/vertiport design.
• Strong interpersonal and professional writing skills for internal teams and clients.
• Demonstrated interdisciplinary experience and collaboration with working groups and advisory committees.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; CAD-based software experience to support analysis and deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support development, evaluation, and delivery of airport and AAM planning projects.
• Apply FAA ACs and regulatory standards to ensure compliance across plans.
• Analyze aviation data related to operations, runway and airspace utilization, and facilities.
• Prepare high-quality reports, exhibits, and client deliverables.
• Support client communications with briefing materials and talking points on AAM topics.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior staff.

Skills

AAM knowledge

Airside & landside planning

Regulatory standards

CAD software

MS Office

Data interpretation

Team collaboration

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Planning or related field

Tools

AviPLAN

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

Job Description Overview

AtkinsRealis is looking for a Senior Aviation Planner (AAM)- Hybrid, with a focus on advanced air mobility (AAM). This position is based in one of our Florida offices, and works alongside other staff to plan and coordinate strategic AAM projects in Florida and nationwide. Occasional airport planning support outside of the AAM practice may be required. Your role Leads and supports the development, evaluation, and delivery of airport and AAM planning projects using tools such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, AviPLAN, and other industry-standard software. Applies expert knowledge of FAA Advisory Circulars (ACs), guidance, airspace determinations, updates to Airport Master Records, and regulatory standards to ensure airfield, heliport/vertiport, and landside concepts meet current and emerging requirements. Analyzes and interprets aviation data related to aircraft operations, runway and airspace utilization, airfield geometry, and multimodal integration to inform planning recommendations. Reviews existing aviation policy and provide recommendations for improvement on topics such as advanced air mobility, infrastructure permitting, or funding. Contributes technical expertise to AAM initiatives, including heliport/vertiport planning, facility siting, airspace considerations, and integration with or upgrade of existing airport infrastructure. Prepares and reviews high-quality technical reports, planning studies, exhibits, and client deliverables, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and consistency with project objectives. Supports client-facing communications by drafting or reviewing proposed media statements, briefing materials, and speech or presentation talking points on AAM topics for delivery by senior leadership, collaborating with communications professionals to ensure messaging is accurate, accessible, and aligned with broader outreach strategies. Collaborates closely with multidisciplinary teams, project managers, and clients, working both independently and collectively to meet schedules and deliverables. Mentors junior staff by sharing technical knowledge, reviewing work products, and supporting professional development. Stays current with evolving AAM concepts, FAA policies, and best industry practices, proactively identifying opportunities to enhance project approaches and outcomes. Upholds AtkinsRéalis’ ethics, quality standards, and professional conduct in all aspects of project delivery and client engagement. Serves as staff augmentation for interested clients. Attends and make presentations at conferences and other events on topics such as advanced air mobility. Performs other duties as assigned.

About you

• Requires a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Planning or related field.
• Requires a minimum of five (5) years’ experience since a Bachelor’s degree, or four (4) years’ experience post a Master’s degree.
• Demonstrated knowledge of AAM: state of the industry, industry trends, industry players, etc.
• Demonstrated familiarity with airside and landside aviation planning projects, including airports and emerging AAM facilities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of FAA Advisory Circulars (ACs), guidance, and regulatory standards relating to airport/heliport/vertiport design.
• Demonstrated knowledge of aviation infrastructure permitting processes.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to produce clear, well-organized technical writing and professional communications for both internal teams and clients.
• Demonstrated interdisciplinary experience.
• Demonstrated experience working with working groups, committees, and advisory groups.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and CAD-based software to support analysis, documentation, and planning deliverables.
• Ability to research, interpret, and synthesize airport and aviation data to support planning studies and informed decision-making.
• Working knowledge of AviPLAN is preferred, with the ability to apply modeling outputs to planning and operational analyses.
• Experience with Canva or similar visual communication tools is desirable to support presentation-quality graphics and client-facing materials.

Rewards & benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits
• employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting
• employee stock purchase plan
• Paid Time Off
• leaves of absences options
• flexible work options
• recognition and employee satisfaction programs
• employee assistance program
• voluntary benefits

About AtkinsRéalis

AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Find out more.

Additional information

Expected compensation range is between $82,000-$137,000 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

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