Job Description
Salary Confidential
Position range in Collin County $67k - $121k Per Year Senior Aviation Planner
GARVER ENGINEERS LLC
Occupation:
Management Analysts
Location:
Frisco, TX - 75034
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment
Posted:
05/21/2026
Positions available: 1
Source:
WorkInTexas
Web Site:
WorkInTexas
Onsite / Remote:
Work onsite all of the time
Updated:
05/24/2026
Expires:
06/20/2026
Job #: 17017958
Job Requirements and Properties
Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite
Full Time Education
Bachelor's Degree Experience
72 Month(s) Schedule
Full Time Job Type
Regular Duration
Permanent Employment Help for . Garvers Aviation Planning Team is seeking a Senior Aviation Planner to support our growing team. This position will work within Garver's Aviation Planning team and with engineering teams to lead airport planning projects and technical planning studies for Part 139 and general aviation airports. Technical planning work may include, but is not limited to, inventory of existing conditions, forecasting, capacity analysis, facility requirements, alternatives development and CIP planning for master plan projects and other planning studies. Responsibilities will include elements of landside, airside, and support facilities planning. System planning elements are also included in the list of possible assignments.
Responsibilities in the role include but are not limited to:
Performing planning activities as part of a larger planning team
Working collaboratively with engineering teams to support design projects
Participating in and directing the production of high-quality exhibits and documents to communicate the results of the planning study elements
Leading/managing planning projects and working closely with our clients
Contributing significantly to the overall success of the team and the teams projects
This is a great opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a growing team in a supportive, fast-paced environment. With over 200 dedicated aviation staff members and more than 60 years of experience, Garver's Aviation team offers an opportunity for mentorship, career development and diverse project exposure.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in aviation management, aeronautical science, planning, engineering, or a related field
6+ years of experience in aviation planning for Part 139 and GA airports or similar experience
Technical expertise in standard airport planning procedures and approaches.
Knowledge of FAA regulations, FAA Advisory Circulars, and FAA orders that apply to airport planning
Proficient in tabulation, data management, software, and publication programs used for airport planning
Preferences:
At least 2 years of experience in a consulting firm environment
At least 2 years of experience working with FAA ADIP
Texas aviation market experience
Grow With Us
Garver offers its employees programs such as company-paid professional memberships, company support for industry licenses and continuing education opportunities that foster a progressive atmosphere. Garver provides the tools, resources, and environment to develop leaders, stimulate ideas, and accomplish projects. By offering highly competitive salary packages, attractive benefits, and a comprehensive wellness program; Garver walks the talk when it comes to work-life balance.
Founded in 1919, Garver is an employee-owned engineering, planning, and environmental services firm focused on aviation, transportation, buildings, federal, water and wastewater services; surveying; advisory services; and construction engineering and inspection. In the top 100 of Engineering News-Records Top 500 Design Firms list, with more than 1,400 employees, Garver provides an exceptional level of client service that reflects our people-first culture, which has achieved Zweig Group Best Firm to Work For Legacy Status. Learn how Garver invests in people and places they call home at GarverUSA.com.
Garver is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Our employment practices are based upon an individual's capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law.
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