Senior Aviation Planner: Master Plans & FAA Compliance

Mannik Smith Group; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent compensation package

Holiday and paid-time-off programs

401(k) Plan and Match

Career Path Development Program (Mgmt/

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Short-Term Disability/Long-Term

Job summary

Mannik Smith Group is seeking an Aviation Planner in Wilmington, NC to lead airport planning efforts, prepare master plans, and forecast aviation demand. The role covers coordination with FAA and stakeholders, development of ALPs, and documentation in compliance with regulations.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in aviation planning or related field with 5–10 years of aviation planning or consulting experience and strong writing, data analysis, and GIS skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Planning, Urban Planning, Geography, or related field.
• 5-10 years of aviation planning or airport consulting experience.
• Knowledge of FAA regulations, airport planning principles, and aviation systems.
• Experience with aviation forecasting and airport planning methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare airport master plans, system plans, aviation studies, and environmental documentation.
• Conduct aviation demand forecasts and capacity analyses.
• Analyze airport operational, environmental, and land-use data.
• Develop Airport Layout Plans (ALPs) and supporting planning documents.
• Coordinate with FAA, state aviation agencies, airport sponsors, and consultants.
• Prepare technical reports, maps, graphics, and presentations.
• Assist with capital improvement planning and funding strategies.
• Ensure projects meet applicable FAA Advisory Circulars, state regulations, and local requirements.

Skills

Aviation planning

Project management

GIS

Data analysis

Forecasting

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder coordination

Technical writing

CAD tools

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aviation Planning

Master's degree in Urban/Aviation Planning

Tools

ArcGIS

AutoCAD

Airport master planning software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Mannik Smith Group is seeking an Aviation Planner in Wilmington, NC to lead airport planning efforts, prepare master plans, and forecast aviation demand. The role covers coordination with FAA and stakeholders, development of ALPs, and documentation in compliance with regulations.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in aviation planning or related field with 5–10 years of aviation planning or consulting experience and strong writing, data analysis, and GIS skills.