Mid-Level Airport/Aviation Planner

About the OpportunityCignus Consulting, a leading SBA-certified aviation consulting firm headquartered in Leesburg, VA, is seeking a Mid-Level Airport and Aviation Planner to join our Leesburg, VA team. This is an opportunity to shape the future of some of the nation's most complex and dynamic airport systems through innovative planning and analysis. Our work spans airspace optimization, airside/landside planning, terminal design, and strategic master planning for major hub airports and federal agencies. If you're passionate about solving challenging operational problems and driving airport development forward, we want to hear from you.What You'll DoSupport and manage airport planning and analysis projects from concept through implementationDevelop airport master plans that balance operational efficiency with long-term growthPrepare conceptual designs, Airport Layout Plans (ALPs), and facility development plansConduct demand/capacity analyses using passenger terminal and airfield simulation modeling tools such as TAAM, AirTOp, and CAST to optimize airport operationsAnalyze aviation trends, forecast demand, and assess external factors impacting airport planningSupport aviation data analytics and AI/ML-related projectsConduct Obstruction Analyses and collaborating with the FAA Obstruction Evaluation teamConduct FAR Part 77 airspace analyses to identify potential obstructions and assess impacts to airport operations and navigable airspaceCollaborate directly with airport clients, airlines, air traffic control, and regulatory agenciesSupport both airside and landside facility planning initiativesMentor junior staff and contribute to business development effortsWhat You BringRequired:Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aviation, Engineering, Urban Planning, or related field6+ years of progressive airport planning experienceProject management capabilities (PMP certification preferred)Deep knowledge of FAA Advisory Circulars and ICAO/IATA design standardsUnderstanding of airport protectionExceptional technical writing and client communication skillsStrong understanding of 14 CFR Part 77 (Objects Affecting Navigable Airspace) and FAA advisory circularsKnowledge of Airport Layout Plan (ALP) development and FAA design standards (AC 150/5300-13)Proficiency with GIS software and spatial analysis tools (ArcGIS, QGIS, or similar)Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)Preferred:Experience with airside/terminal simulation tools (AirTOp, CAST, TAAM, etc.)Background working on FAA AIP-funded or federal aviation projectsBusiness development or proposal writing experienceLocation & Work EnvironmentThis is a full-time, on-site position based in Leesburg, VA.

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