Aviation Planner - Entry Level

ESA has an opportunity for an Entry Level Aviation Planner to support a growing portfolio of aviation planning and environmental projects with 0-3 years of experience. Preference given to candidates with 1+ years of experience.  Open to remote candidates, preference will be given to candidates who can work a hybrid office schedule from one of ESA’s Florida offices.  Please note, a writing sample may be requested as a stage in the interview process.

Who You Are 

You are an airport planner with experience in the aviation industry with the following core competencies:

• Technical expertise: Working knowledge of airport design, airspace, land use, and environmental regulations, processes, and principles. Demonstrates curiosity and a commitment to continual learning to strengthen technical expertise and broaden understanding of aviation planning practices.
• Communications: 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.
• Leadership: 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.
• Project Delivery/Financial Management: 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.
• Client Engagement: 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.
• Innovation: 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.

To read about some of our exciting projects check out these links: Professional Services for the Florida Department of Transportation’s Aviation Office, Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) Master Plan Update, and Lakeland Linder International Airport.

What’s Special About ESA

Joining ESA means becoming part of a close-knit team of environmental professionals who contribute to outstanding projects, improve environmental stewardship, and advance a more sustainable and resilient future for our communities and wild places.

At ESA, we provide benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance (paid at 70% for you AND your family), annual allocations of company share through our ESOP, a 401(k) plan with company match, and paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays, to name a few.

We also provide specific programs whether you want to further your technical expertise, sharpen your business acumen, or help lead the next generation of employee-owners. We want to support you in reaching your career goals through tuition reimbursement, professional development bonuses, and attendance at conferences.

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ESA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. (EOE M/V/F/D)