Aviation Planner

Aviation Planner

Michael Baker International knows the business of airports – from the smallest general aviation facilities to the busiest international airports in the world. For more than 75 years, we have provided planning, design, and construction services to airports worldwide, serving as an on-call "extension of staff" to many of our aviation clients. Michael Baker's award-winning personnel have a reputation for taking their understanding of the local airport community/environment and incorporating related elements into their designs and plans. Knowing that airports are a key economic driver and source of pride for the geographic areas they serve, we proudly perform as partners in more than facilities and other infrastructure. We partner in success.

We are hiring an Aviation Planner to support our Aviation team. The position requires strong knowledge and enthusiasm for aviation projects, research, data compilation, public policy, and governmental regulations. Focus areas include aviation design and planning. Responsibilities include conducting research and assisting with production tasks in a multi-task environment. The ideal candidate should demonstrate a team spirit, a can-do attitude, and the ability to maintain positive client relationships.

Core Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning: Leads the development of Airport Master Plans, regional transportation plans, and capital improvement programs (CIP).
• Regulatory Compliance: Applies expert knowledge of FAA Advisory Circulars (Acs) and federal/state aviation regulations to ensure designs for airfields and vertiports meet safety and land-use standards.
• Technical Analysis: Conducts complex data analysis for aviation forecasting, runway utilization, and airspace capacity studies.
• Project Leadership: Manages project budgets, schedules, and deliverables, often serving as a Task Lead or assistant Project Manager.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Facilitates public hearings and coordinates with airport tenants, airlines, and community groups.

Typical Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Urban Planning, Aviation Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: Usually requires 3–8 years of post-graduate experience in airport or environmental planning.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in industry-standard software like AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and AviPLAN, plus GIS/ArcView, Adobe Creative Suite, and advanced Excel skills
• Certifications: CM – AAAE and/or AICP certification preferred, but not required
• Ability to resolve sophisticated client challenges by applying a nuanced, context-aware approach to conflict resolution (Professional Engineer) are often highly preferred at this
• Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills

The approximate compensation range for this position is $89,043 to $140,243 per year. This compensation range is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation is dependent upon factors such as education, qualifications, experience, skillset, and physical work location.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Life, AD&D, short-term, and long-term disability
• Professional and personal development
• Generous paid time off
• Commuter and wellness benefits