Operations Environmental Specialist

Noblis

Agency: Noblis
Location: Washington, DC
Salary: $87K - $136K
Type: full-time
Work arrangement: onsite
Posted: 2025-10-27

Job Description

Responsibilities
Overview

We are seeking a knowledgeable
Operations
Envi
ronment
al Specialist
to
provide
expert guidance on the
envi
ronment
al impacts of
aircraft
operations within the
National Airspace System (NAS)
. This position supports FAA initiatives by performing and reviewing
envi
ronment
al assessments, evaluations, and analyses to ensure operational compliance with
envi
ronment
al standards, safety regulations, and airspace efficiency requirements.

The ideal candidate combines aviation operational
expertise
with a strong understanding of
envi
ronment
al policies, regulatory requirements, and analytical methods to assess and mitigate the effects of
aircraft
operations on the surrounding
envi
ronment
.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct and review
envi
ronment
al assessments and evaluations
related to instrument flight procedures, airspace design, obstruction analyses, and navigation aid operations.

Advise FAA leadership and operational teams on
envi
ronment
al impacts
associated with
aircraft
operations and related aviation projects.

Evaluate the
envi
ronment
al implications of
air carrier operations approvals
and provide recommendations to support FAA decision-making.

Assess impacts on
historic land, structures, and protected areas
in coordination with relevant federal and state authorities.

Collaborate with FAA engineers, planners, and operations specialists to integrate
envi
ronment
al considerations

into airspace design and procedural development.

Ensure compliance with
federal, state, and local
envi
ronment
al regulations
and FAA policies.

Prepare technical
reports, analyses, and documentation
summarizing
envi
ronment
al findings, recommendations, and mitigation strategies.

Support internal and external stakeholder briefings on
envi
ronment
al aspects of aviation operations and NAS improvements.

Required Qualifications
U.S Citizen or Green Card Permanent Resident (3+ years U.S. Residency)
Ability to obtain FAA Public Trust.
Experience with FAA and the environment.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in
Envi
ronment
al Science
, Aviation Management, Engineering, or a related field
, with
6+ years
of experience performing the duties described above.

OR
equivalent professional experience with
10+ years
of
demonstrated

expertise
in
envi
ronment
al assessment and analysis for aviation operations.

Knowledge of
aircraft
operations, instrument procedures, and NAS operations
.

Experience performing
envi
ronment
al assessments, airspace analysis, and obstruction evaluations
.

Strong analytical, organizational, and technical writing skills to document and communicate
envi
ronment
al findings.

Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.

Salary Range D.C.:
$86,800 - $135,625

Desired Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting
FAA programs
, particularly within
air traffic, flight procedures, or operations planning
.

Familiarity with
envi
ronment
al regulations, NEPA processes, and historic preservation considerations
in aviation contexts.

Experience preparing
technical
envi
ronment
al reports, evaluations, or briefings
for federal aviation projects.

Knowledge of
airspace design, navigation aids, and procedural approvals
.

Overview
Overview
Noblis and our wholly owned subsidiaries, Noblis ESI and Noblis MSD, take on some of the nation's toughest challenges, delivering advanced solutions to our customers' most critical missions. We bring together leading scientific, engineering, and management expertise in a culture grounded in objectivity and collaboration, ensuring our work creates lasting impact across federal missions.

We work with a broad range of government agencies in the defense, intelligence, and federal civilian sectors. Learn more and find opportunities at
careers.noblis.org

Why Work at Noblis

At Noblis, we share a passion for excellence and innovation, and we create an environment where people can do meaningful work while maintaining the balance that keeps them energized and fulfilled. We seek out individuals with a natural curiosity and desire to collaborate and learn. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we consistently seek exceptionally skilled, mission‑driven professionals who care deeply about doing work that enriches lives and makes our nation safer.

Noblis has earned numerous
workplace awards

for our culture, our commitment to employee well‑being, and our dedication to meaningful, impactful work. We also maintain a drug‑free workplace.

Remote/hybrid status is subject to change based on Noblis and/or government requirements.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability, pregnancy/childbirth and related medical conditions, veteran or military status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please
contact us
.
EEO is the Law

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Right to Work

Total Rewards
At Noblis we recognize and reward your contributions, provide you with growth opportunities, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, and work-life programs. Our award programs acknowledge employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our service standards. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in our benefit programs. Other offerings may be provided for employees not within this category. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the
Benefits
page on our
Careers
site.

Compensation at Noblis is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the combination of education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, internal and external equity, location, clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability, organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. The projected compensation range for this position is based on full time status. For part time or on-call staff, compensation is proportionately adjusted based on hours worked. While monetary compensation is important, it's just one component of Noblis' total compensation package.

Posted Salary Range
USD $86,800.00 - USD $135,625.00 /Yr.

Overview