Senior Aviation AAM Planner

Business Line: Consulting and Operations
Type of contract: Permanent contract
Service Line: Aviation Direct
Job Family: Project Planning

Company Description
Lochner and Egis are entering an exciting new chapter as one organization.

We have combined decades of trusted U.S. engineering expertise with the global reach, technical excellence, and career opportunities of a leading international engineering, consulting, and infrastructure firm. While our name has changed, our commitment to our people, clients, and communities is stronger than ever.

At Egis, every project is an opportunity to create lasting impact. We collaborate with public and private clients to design and deliver innovative transportation, aviation, rail, transit, water, structural, environmental, and infrastructure solutions that connect communities and improve everyday life. Join a team where innovation is encouraged, collaboration is valued, and your work helps build a more sustainable future.

Job Description
The Senior Aviation / AAM Planner serves as a technical and strategic leader for bothtraditional airport planning and emerging aviation initiatives. This individual leadscomplex aviation planning projects while supporting the firm's Advanced Air Mobility(AAM) planning initiatives, helping airports, public agencies, and private-sector partnersprepare for the integration of eVTOL aircraft, vertiports, autonomous systems, and othernext-generation aviation technologies. The individual will be expected to maintain astrong foundation in conventional aviation planning while helping expand the firm'sAAM services through technical leadership, client engagement, thought leadership, andbusiness development.

Impact You Will Make

Provide strategic direction, technical leadership, and subject matter expertise for AAM.

Support the planning and integration of AAM infrastructure, including vertiportfeasibility studies, airport compatibility assessments, infrastructure planning, airspaceconsiderations, and implementation strategies.

Monitor emerging AAM technologies, FAA guidance, regulator developments, andindustry trends, translating new information into actionable planning strategies forclients and internal teams.

Represent the firm at industry conferences, technical committees, and client workshopswhile serving as a recognized thought leader in AAM planning.

Develop airport master plans, facility planning and programming, management of capitalimprovement program, and revisions to airport layout plans and environmentaldocuments to support airport system development.

Participates in preparation of Statement of Qualifications (SOQs) participates ininterviews and building the planning practice.

Plans and directs the work of subconsultants; establishes project schedules; assists withcost estimates; and submits progress and summary reports.

Reviews and evaluates the work performed by planners; and monitors adherence toprogram requirements and the Airport Master Plan.

Plans, supervises, coordinates, and reviews the work of a small unit engaged inprofessional airport and related facility planning and analysis; evaluates comprehensivestudies for orderly airport development, construction, and environment enhancement.

Responds to telephone and written inquiries from, and interacts with airport tenants,local, state and federal agencies, private and public officials, and community interestrepresentatives on airport planning and design issues, activities, projects, studies, andrelated matters.

Supervises or personally performs the management of all facility spatialdata including: as-built project drawings, airport layout plans, signage and markingplans, utility data, and planning studies.

Assists with project review of NEPA related documents reviewing potentialenvironmental affects and ensuring sufficient information and analyses havebeen submitted.

Analyzes airport sites and facilities on planning for future needs and how toaccommodate future airport growth.

Develop airport documents using expert knowledge of airport design and construction,including associated federal regulations of FAA policy related to airport planningcapacity issues, airport grant compliance, environmental activities and wildlife hazardmanagement at airports.

Conducts studies relating to airport access, runways, terminal design, surrounding landuses and environmental factors.

Prepares comprehensive reports and presentations on airport planning issues.

Prepares planning exhibits, analyzing airspace surfaces and obstructions for impacts, andairport layout plans using AutoCAD, GIS, and other programs.

Develop and maintain relationships with existing and future clients.

Collaborates with business development team to support project capture planningactivities.

Qualifications
The Expertise You'll Bring:

Bachelor's Degree aviation management or similar program

10 plus years of experience with airport planning projects.

Experience providing AAM planning services.

Demonstrated knowledge and experience with NEPA regulations and guidelinesis required.

Excellent written and oral communications skills.

Project Management experience

Demonstrated business and client development experience

Deltek Vision Project Management Software experience is a plus

Additional Information
Why You'll Thrive at Egis
At Egis, you\'ll do more than build your career—you\'ll help shape the future of infrastructure. As we continue to expand across the United States, we\'re looking for curious, collaborative professionals who are passionate about solving complex challenges and delivering projects that improve communities and create lasting impact.

Whether you\'re launching your career or bringing years of experience, you\'ll have the opportunity to work alongside industry-leading experts, collaborate across disciplines and borders, and contribute to projects that transform the way people live, move, and connect. Here, you\'ll be empowered to take on meaningful work, develop new skills, and grow your career with the support of a global engineering leader.

What Sets Egis Apart

Meaningful Projects

– Contribute to complex infrastructure projects that strengthen communities and improve quality of life.

Global Expertise, Local Impact

– Collaborate with technical specialists across North America and around the world while delivering solutions that make a difference locally.

Career Growth

– Expand your skills through mentorship, professional development, technical training, and leadership opportunities.

A Culture of Collaboration

– Thrive in an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued, innovation is encouraged, and teamwork drives success.

Opportunity to Grow with Us

– Join a rapidly expanding organization where your ideas, contributions, and career can grow alongside the business.

Total Rewards That Support You
We believe great work starts with supporting our people. That\'s why Egis offers a comprehensive Total Rewards program designed to promote your health, well-being, financial security, and professional growth, including:

Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Paid time off and flexible holiday program

Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and remote opportunities where business needs allow

Life insurance and disability coverage, including maternity leave

Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Paid family leave

Wellness programs supporting physical and mental well-being

Education assistance, professional development, and continuing learning opportunities

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee discount programs

At Egis, we\'re committed to creating an environment where talented people can do their best work, continue to grow professionally, and build rewarding, long-term careers.

Equal Employer
Egis is proudly committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse and inclusive workforce.Egis provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

All positions at Egis require an applicant who has accepted an employment offer to undergo pre-employment screening. Background checks include SSN/SIN validation, motor vehicle verification, education verification, employment verification, a criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, anddrug tests.All employment offers are contingent upon successful results of the pre-employment screening.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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