DY Consultants:
DY Consultants is a privately-owned, domestically and internationally recognized airport consulting firm that specializes in providing planning, engineering, program, project and construction management services to all types and sizes of airports around the world. With headquarters in New York and satellite offices in Florida, Israel, and China. We have been providing services for over 33 years and have completed nearly 800 projects for a large array of clients. DY Consultants provides a broad spectrum of airport planning, design, and engineering services ranging from master planning, airside and airfield planning, terminal planning, aviation demand forecasts, data analytics and operations research, environmental planning, financial planning to preliminary and final engineering design, environmental permitting, construction management, inspection, program management and final close-out. Airports we have provided services for, include the busiest airports in the world, including those operated by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey. Our clients include municipally owned airports, airport authorities, privately airport owners, airlines, aviation related military agencies, state agencies, cargo facilities and other airport tenants. DY Consultants is a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE).
About the Job
Overview
DY Consultants is looking for a Senior Aviation Consultant to join our team in support of our rapidly growing client base. As a senior aviation consultant, you will be involved in a wide variety of interesting airport projects, establishing and maintaining client relations, participating with upper management in the decision-making process, as well as managing, mentoring, and supervising support staff.
Key Responsibilities include providing senior level support on the following:
- Master Plans and Airport Layout Plans
- Alternatives Development for Facility Improvements (Airside, Landside, Terminal)
- Airspace Obstruction Analysis
- Apron and Gate Design
- Operational Efficiency Studies and Delay Reduction Initiatives
- Forecasts of Aviation Demand
- Planning for Emerging Technologies in Aviation including Advanced Air Mobility (eVTOLs, UAS, etc.)
- Environmental Planning and Sustainability
- Noise and Land-Use Studies
- Data Mining and Analytics
- Research and Development Studies
- Airspace, Airfield, and/or Terminal Simulation and Modeling
- Economic Impact Studies
- Potential to Serve as an Extension of Staff at Client Sites
- Coordinate with Staff and Clients to ensure Project Success
Minimum Qualifications and Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in aviation/airport planning, urban planning, civil enginee0-ring, or related field
- Minimum of 7-10 years of aviation planning experience
- Experience on both large air carrier and small general aviation airports
- A strong understanding of Federal Aviation Administration regulations
- Familiarity with state and federal grant application process
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
- High level of familiarity with Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with clients, regulatory agencies, government officials, private interests and the general public
- Highly motivated with the desire to learn and lead a group of professionals
- Good managerial and organization skills
Preferred Skills:
- Master's degree in aviation, airport planning, urban planning, civil engineering, or related field
- Experience with software related to airport planning such as AutoCAD and AviPLAN
- Familiarity with Aviation Modeling Software such as TAAM, AirTop, SIMMOD or CAST
- Familiarity with coding languages such as Python and dashboard tools like Tableau
- Understanding of ICAO aerodrome/airport standards and recommended practices
- Familiarity with ACRP reports and IATA ADRM.
Retirement Benefits
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Transamerica Retirement Solutions (TRS)
- 100% Employer match on the first 4% of Employee Contribution
- Employer Contribution Vested 100% from Day 1
Health & Wellness Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Disability & Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Health Advocacy Assistance Program
- Provides 24-hour confidential assistance with stress, substance abuse, family, and relationship problems—plus online resources
- Generous Vacation and Sick Time
- Paid Holidays
Other Benefits
- Employee Referral Bonus Program