Junior Aviation Planner

The posting, as Environmental Science Associates wrote it

Environmental Science Associates (ESA) is a 100% employee-owned environmental consulting firm. We plan, design, permit, mitigate, and restore for projects across our communities, infrastructure systems, open spaces, and wildlands. We are 50 years strong in 21 offices across California, the Pacific Northwest, and the Southeastern United States.

ESA has an opportunity for a Junior Aviation Planner to support a growing portfolio of aviation planning and environmental projects with 2-7 years of experience. Preference given to candidates with 3+ 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 to

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ugh 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.

Who We Are

We are a 100% employee-owned environmental consulting firm who values diversity and inclusion and celebrate the differences that make each of us unique. Our culture is built on mutual respect, recognizing that our variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives leads to better solutions, which fosters our continued success for our employee-owners and clients.

In accordance with ESA’s duty and responsibility to provide and maintain a safe workplace that is free of known hazards and to minimize the exposure to potential hazards, any employee who works from an ESA office or conducts any other in-person ESA work-related activity is required to submit their proof of vaccination status or have received an approved exemption and accommodation in states which this applies.

Please note: We do NOT accept unsolicited resumes from agencies

If you are an applicant with a disability that requires a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability—or unable to use—the online application system and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact our Human Resources Department via email: humanresources@esassoc.com for assistance.

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