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McFarland Johnson lists this Senior Aviation Planner opportunity in pembroke pines, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Senior Aviation Planner
nEOE Statement Our employee owners come to MJ for the variety of project work and stay for the people they work with on those projects! Our people set MJ apart and drive our success for our clients. MJ provides an inclusive environment and rewards employee owners' hard work. Our culture of innovation and collaboration fosters creativity and encourages employees to do their best work.
nMJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer - all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.
nApplicants who wish to apply for an open position with MJ who require reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application process may contact MJ's Human Resources Department at to request assistance.
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nDescription
nAtMcFarland Johnson(MJ),you'll own your future. We're a100% employee-ownedfirm with 80 years of experience delivering innovative engineering, planning, environmental, technology and construction solutions that make a lasting impact on the clients and communities we serve.
nCertified as aGreat Place to Work, our employee-owners describe MJ's culture ascollaborative,people-focused, andsupportive.Join us, and help shape the future of infrastructure, together.
nThe expansion of McFarland Johnson's airport and aviation consulting practice offers an outstanding opportunity for aSenior Aviation Plannerto join a firm recognized for its innovation and client focused services in ourMelbourne or Hollywood, FLlocations.
nWhy Join Us?
nnnCareer Growth: Accelerate your professional career with opportunities to lead, learn, and expand your expertise.
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nnCollaborative Culture: Work alongside multidisciplinary teams that thrive on creativity, support, and teamwork. Collaborative is the most frequent word used to describe MJ's culture in annual employee survey.
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nnEmployee Ownership: As a 100% ESOP, your contributions directly shape our shared success - you own your future.
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nnInnovation & Impact: Work on projects that push boundaries, drive sustainability, and create real-world solutions.
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nnProfessional Development: From mentorship, ongoing technical training, and conferences we invest in your growth every step of the way.
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nnWork-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible schedules, generous PTO, and a culture that values balance so you can thrive both professionally and personally.
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nnShape the next generation: For experienced professionals, MJ offers the chance to mentor emerging talent, share your expertise, and leave a lasting legacy in the industry.
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n nKey Responsibilities
nnnThe successful candidate must be self-motivated, exhibit ability to grow independently with capability to lead and manage multiple simultaneous aviation assignments and technical staff.
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nnTechnical work responsibilities will include completion and oversite of aviation planning assignments, including but not limited to, all aspects of airport master plans, AutoCAD drawing development, AviPlan and/or AirTops aircraft and airport terminal/facility modeling, development of airport layout plan sets, and preparation of project definition documents.
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nnExperience with management and development of airport environmental/NEPA environmental documents including Categorical Exclusions (CATEX) and Environmental Assessments (EA) preferred.
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nnAdditional work responsibilities will include working with airport sponsors regarding day to day operational planning issues, managing project tasks, schedule and budget, identifying regulatory agency (FAA and FDOT) requirements for airport operations and development and evaluating proposed improvements to meet these requirements and developing project scopes and budgets.
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n nQualifications
nnnBachelor's Degree in Urban or Regional Planning, or Aviation management, or related field required.
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nnMinimum 5 years of progressive planning experience.
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nnHigh level of proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) as well as AutoCAD, GIS, and AviPlan experience preferred.
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nnOutstanding written and oral communication skills are required.
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nnPossession of an industry appropriate certification, professional license, or a pilot's license is a plus.
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n nBenefits & Perks
nnnCompetitive base salary with performance-based incentive payment plan/bonus structure.
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nnComprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage.
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nnGenerous Paid Time Off, including Parental Leave.
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nnCompany funded ESOP + 401(k) employer match.
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nnOngoing technical training and professional development opportunities.
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n nJoin Us and Make a Difference
nJoin a team whereyour work has purpose, your ideas are valued, and your growth is personal. Apply today and become a part of a company where you can#ownyourfuture.
nPosition Requirements
nFull-Time/Part-Time Full-Time
nShift -not applicable-
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nPay Range
nExempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt
nOpen Date 11/18/2025
nThis position is currently accepting applications.
Worksite address
pembroke pines, FL, 33084, US
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