Overview
Kimley-Horn is looking for Planning graduates to join our Reston, Virginia (VA) office focusing on Aviation! This is not a remote position.
Responsibilities
- Support the development of aviation planning and strategy studies for state DOTs and airport clients, inlcuding:
- State aviation system plans
- Aviation economi impact analyses
- Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) planning initiativesAirport business plans, master plans, and Airport Layout Plans (ALPs)
- Conduct research, data collection, and analysis to inform planning recommendations and policy decisions
- Prepare clear, concise, and well-structured technical reports, memoranda, and presentation materials
- Support project managers in organizing tasks, tracking deliverables, and ensuring timely completion of assignments
- Coordinate with internal team members and external stakeholders, including state aviation agencies, airport sponsors, and industry partners
- Demonstrate strong follow-through by proactively closing the loop on assigned tasks and communicating status updates
- Contribute to a collaborative team environment while taking ownership of individual work products
- Apply GIS and other analytical tools (as applicable) to support planning and visualization efforts
Qualifications
- A Planning Degree (Bachelors or Masters) from an accredited program in these majors:
- City and Regional Planning
- Urban Planning
- Geography/GIS
- Aviation
- Transportation Planning
- Or Other Related Major
- 0–2+ years of experience in aviation planning, transportation planning, or a related field
- Strong writing skills with the ability to develop clear, organized, and professional technical documents (writing sample required with application)
- Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively, follow through on assignments, and meet deadlines
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail and accountability
- Strong sense of urgency and self-initiative to meet client deadlines
- Detail-oriented with an ability to contribute to a positive work environment
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Experience with GIS (ArcGIS or similar) is a plus, but not required
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, client-focused environment
Why Kimley-Horn?
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it— that’s why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn’s placement on the Fortune “100 Best Companies to Work” list for 19 years!
Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn
- Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
- Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
- Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
- Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.