What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Airport Engineer, Aviation Planning position at The Port Authority of NY & NJ?
Description
Position at The Port Authority of NY & NJ
About the Role
The Aviation Department of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is currently seeking a Senior Airport Engineer to join the aviation planning team that will help transform The Port Authority's airports into world-class 21st Century airports. Reporting to the Airport Planning Manager within the Aviation Planning Division, the successful candidate will have a broad understanding in the various aviation planning disciplines and regulatory planning submission requirements.
Responsibilities
- Coordination with internal PA stakeholders at each airport for readiness of candidate projects, managing the development of Airport Layout Plan (ALP) update packages and Exhibit 'A' Airport Property Inventory Maps updates as necessary; and oversee the approval process throughout review with FAA and PA stakeholders.
- Preparation and delivery of a wide variety of airport planning studies and technical reports encompassing terminal, airside and support facilities components for all five (5) airports (JFK, EWR, LGA, TEB & SWF) in the Port Authority's airport system.
- Planning deliverables including but not limited to airport elements deficiency identification, flight schedule analyses, facilities requirements, alternatives development, conceptual & functional plans, capacity & demand analyses, land use feasibility study, alternative evaluation process & recommendation, as well as capital plan formulations.
- Preparation of internal and external stakeholder presentations and briefing materials.
- Providing planning technical support to business development and airport operations related to FAA guidelines on land use, airport zoning, as well as PA's airport planning standards and other applicable planning code & criteria for both PA & tenant projects.
- The applicant must be able to travel to all Port Authority airports (JFK, EWR, LGA, TEB & SWF), as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Desired Qualifications
Selection Process
The application process varies by position, but typically includes an initial phone interview for qualified candidates, followed by a more in-depth interview(s) and / or assessment(s). Selected candidates who are made a conditional job offer will be asked to undergo a background check.
Compensation & Benefits
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey offers a competitive benefits package, hybrid work options for many positions, and a professional environment that supports development and recognizes achievement.
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