Junior Aviation Planner

Environmental Science Associates•Tampa, FL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Environmental Science Associates (ESA) is seeking a Junior Aviation Planner with 2-7 years of experience to support a growing portfolio of aviation planning and environmental projects. ESA is a 100% employee-owned environmental consulting firm with a strong history of planning, designing, permitting, mitigating, and restoring projects across various sectors. This role offers the opportunity to work remotely, with a preference for candidates who can adopt a hybrid schedule from one of ESA’s Florida offices. A writing sample may be requested during the interview process.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with major course work in aviation planning, aviation management, or related field.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and ESRI ArcGIS.
Familiarity and interest in the aviation industry or a desire to learn and grow in the aviation industry.
Academic knowledge of analytical techniques and related tools including statistical, spreadsheet, database, simulation, and spatial/graphical analysis applications.
Academic or working knowledge of federal regulations, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Advisory Circulars, and FAA Orders that apply to airport planning.
Knowledge of effective writing techniques, ability to prepare written documents as directed.
Able to verbally communicate basic planning information, including rules, policies and procedures to individuals and small groups.
Able to pass a 10-year background check for project-based assignments.
Able to travel periodically to project sites and to attend corporate and industry meetings.
Working knowledge of airport design, airspace, land use, and environmental regulations, processes, and principles.
Strong writing skills, effective verbal communication, and attentive listening skills.
Able to support the preparation of clear and well-supported planning documents, technical reports, and other project-related deliverables.
Proactive, responsive, and willing to seek guidance when needed.
Comfortable with all communications platforms and a “camera on” meeting environment.
Able to contribute constructively to project teams, follow through on assignments, and incorporate feedback to improve work products and core competencies.
Takes initiative to grow technical, client service, project management, and marketing skills, while supporting senior staff and project managers.
Able to complete assigned tasks efficiently and complete work on time and within established budgets.
Supports team members with coordination, documentation, schedule tracking, and other project needs.
Self-motivated and able to balance multiple assignments while prioritizing based on project deadlines and team needs.
Comfortable interacting with clients, subconsultants, and team members in a professional and collaborative manner.
Supports strong client relationships through responsiveness, preparation, follow-through, and clear communication.
Interest in working with emerging aviation technologies and bringing creative project solutions to clients.
Demonstrates curiosity and adaptability in leveraging new technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI) tools, to improve efficiency, streamline routine tasks, and enhance the quality of work products.
Understands the importance of human judgment, quality assurance, data privacy, and professional ethics when using AI-assisted tools.

Nice To Haves

2-7 years of experience
Preference given to candidates with 3+ years of experience.
Preference will be given to candidates who can work a hybrid office schedule from one of ESA’s Florida offices.

Responsibilities

Support the aviation team’s mission to deliver exceptional solutions for aviation partners.
Work on various aviation projects in partnership with a team of planners and environmentalists.
Assist with airport master plans, airport layout plans, site selection studies, obstruction analysis, forecasting, environmental evaluations, noise analyses, resiliency/sustainability evaluations, and other aviation planning tasks.
Perform research, gather data, and conduct surveys in support of airport studies.
Collect raw data and organize it for analysis.
Conduct research for and prepare graphics (AutoCAD and ArcGIS), sections of analyses, and/or reports for projects.
Interpret and apply applicable land use and environmental regulations, ordinances, and codes.
Assist with updating and reviewing documents.
Conduct technical analysis and prepare plans for airfield, airspace, terminal, or ground transportation facilities.
Prepare written reports, maps, working papers, and correspondence for aviation planning and airport environmental projects.
Prepare for and participate in client and stakeholder meetings (e.g., advisory committees, technical working groups, public workshops).
Participate in training activities to develop technical skills.
Conduct project administration and management tasks.
Perform other related duties as required.