AIRPORT PLANNING MANAGER - 55002267
State of FloridaAbout the role
Requisition No: 876912
Agency: Department of Transportation
Working Title: AIRPORT PLANNING MANAGER - 55002267
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 55002267
Salary: $63,473.63 - $82,142.35
Posting Closing Date: 07/10/2026
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STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
JOB POSTING DESCRIPTION
COST CENTER 948 / AVIATION OFFICE
OPEN COMPETITIVE
CAREER SERVICE
Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system.
To ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work. Unless explicitly requested, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration.
Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens, or lawfully authorized alien workers, and must possess permanent work authorization for any U.S. employer. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Our Mission
The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities.
Our Vision
As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.
The Work You Will Do:
AIRPORT PLANNING MANAGER/ AVIATION OFFICE
This position will serve as the Departments principal technical advisor for airport master planning; assist the Department's District Office personnel with airport planning issues; reviews Airport Master Plan and specifications produced by Florida airports, makes appropriate recommendations to comply with the current design practices and Federal and State specifications.
The Difference You Will Make:
Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication.
Your Specific Responsibilities:
Serves as the Departments principal technical advisor for airport master planning; assist the Department's District Office personnel with airport planning issues; reviews Airport Master Plan and specifications produced by Florida airports, makes appropriate recommendations to comply with the current design practices and Federal and State specifications.
Analyzes proposed legislation for impact on local, state, and federal requirements and provides recommendations.
Serves as the Department's liaison for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) development in the state of Florida, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), and Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) programs, and coordinates with private sector, State, and Federal partners; reviews and updates the office UAS website and brochure as Federal and State laws change.
Manages the development and dissemination of the Florida Statewide Economic Impact Study report for the State's public-use airports, creating a snapshot of the economic contribution of Florida's airport system.
Manages aviation consultant projects related to Airport Master Planning, Airport Feasibility Studies, Economic Impact Studies, and Aviation Innovation. Develops consultant agreements which comply with all applicable Federal and State laws, rules, policies and procedures, and reflect good project management practice and prudent fiscal practices ; adhere to all applicable fiscal and contractual laws, rules, policies and procedures when advertising for and selec
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