Our client Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority (BNA/MNAA) is a vital asset for Middle Tennessee and serves as a gateway to Music City and beyond. According to a recent State of Tennessee study, in 2019 alone, BNA generated more than $9.9 billion in total economic impact. BNA supported more than 76,000 jobs in the region and produced more than $443 million in state, local, and federal taxes. BNA is seeking an experienced Airport Planner to join their team. If interested apply online at Careers – CI Squared Aviation, Inc. (ci2.com).

Accepting applications until filled. (Apply only https://ci2.com/careers/) 

Hiring Process:

• Apply online
• Interview
• Offer
• Ten (10) year background check, including criminal history check, motor vehicle check, pre-employment drug screen, credit check, and breath alcohol test
• Onboarding

Benefits :

• Deferred compensation plans
• Educational Assistance
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability Insurance
• Health Screenings
• Paid Holidays
• Annual/Bereavement/Military Leave

Accepting Applications Until Filled

Starting Salary Range:  TBD

Job Summary: The Airport Planner, under general direction of the VP, Airport Planning, performs various short and long-term planning activities and initiatives that support the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority (MNAA) and the Department of Strategic Planning.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Prepares computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) airport layout concepts, plans and drawings. Includes Microstation, AutoCAD, AviPlan and AeroTURN.
• Assists with all levels of planning for MNAA airports, including development of the Nashville International Airport (BNA) and John C Tune Airport (JWN) Master Plans, Airport Layout Plans and other comprehensive airport plans.
• Provides gate layouts, striping plans, and aircraft ground movement analysis with the use of AviPlan.
• Reviews building permits for Metro Nashville as the MNAA representative.
• Maintains a firm understanding of all aspects of airport operations (airside and landside) to be able to appropriately and safely plan for airport improvements and alterations.
• Conducts preliminary engineering and planning studies for new initiatives and opportunities that MNAA or its’ stakeholders may wish to pursue.
• Reviews planning and engineering documents for functionality and accuracy.
• Performs analysis on proposed improvements to identify issues, opportunities and/or solutions pertaining to planned development.
• Makes field and office measurements and computations necessary to support the preparation of planning documents, drawings and studies.
• Assists with airport Noise Abatement and related issues.
• Assists in maintaining traffic counters on the BNA access roads.
• Maintains regular and on-time attendance.
• Follows all safety regulations.
• Supports MNAA’s commitment to its culture and values, including respect, integrity, service and excellence (RISE).

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics:

• Computer-aided design and drafting: proficient at using Microsation, AutoCAD, AviPlan, and AeroTURN to facilitate airport planning.
• Architecture and Engineering Design: Knowledge of contemporary principles and practices of architecture and engineering design.
• FAA Regulations: Knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations related to airport funding and operations, air traffic control, airspace and building codes.
• Airport Planning: Knowledge of principles, practices, and regulations related to airport planning. Familiarity with the operation of a modern metropolitan airport.
• Problem Solving: Skill in identifying problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Analytical Thinking: Skill in analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.
• Computer Use and Microsoft Office: Skill in using Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and other software to perform job-related functions.
• Managing Workload: Skill in organizing and prioritizing work, handling multiple responsibilities, and meeting deadlines.
• Relationship Building: Skill in establishing and maintaining effective and professional working relationships with others.
• Written Comprehension: Ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Attention to Detail: Is careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates professional behavior and appearance in all situations.
• Freedom to Act: Uses own judgment and requests supervisory assistance only when necessary.
• Collaboration: Engages in communications that may result in recommendations for policy development and implementation.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge.

Qualifications: 

Required: 

• Bachelors degree in airport management, urban planning, civil engineering or related field
• 4-7 years of experience in CAD usage and airport/aviation planning, design or related experience
• Valid Class D drivers license 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)