Job Number:
HC-03975
Date Posted:
March 27, 2026
Position Title:
Aviation Regulatory Program Manager
Party:
N/A
Office Code:
Office/Company:
Skydio
Reports To:
Location:
Remote
Contact:
Salary:
$113,000 – $155,000
Primary Role
Secondary Role:
Job Type:
Full Time
Description:
We are seeking a world-class Aviation Regulatory Program Manager to join our Global Aviation Regulatory team.- Develop, submit, and defend aviation regulatory operational approval requests, waivers, exemptions, and declarations that enable safe and scalable drone operations.- Bachelor’s degree in aviation, engineering, public policy, or a related field or equivalent experience.
Responsibilities:
• - Be a trusted resource and guide for our customers and partners pursuing advanced regulatory projects.
• - Develop and maintain scalable systems to track and oversee the implementation of regulatory projects.
• - Translate emerging regulations into clear internal guidance and actionable plans.
• - Support key product demonstrations and technical validation events in coordination with the flight testing and solutions engineering teams.
• - Provide regulatory advice to the customer support, product management, and engineering teams to ensure the compliant, safe, and scalable use of Skydio’s hardware and software products.
• - Serve as a point of contact with civil aviation authorities (FAA and global regulators), representing Skydio in regulatory reviews, audits, and compliance discussions.
Qualifications:
• - Passion for aviation, autonomy, and creating solutions that drive real impact. Having both manned and unmanned aviation experience is a plus.
• - Experience navigating regulatory frameworks for unmanned aircraft operations (U.S. and international is a plus).
• - Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical and regulatory concepts clearly and persuasively to both regulators and internal teams.
• - History of collaborating cross-functionally in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
• - Strong sense of ownership and the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment with competing demands on your time.
• - Obsessive focus on customer success.
Instructions:
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Other:
At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full-time employees include competitive base salaries, equity in the form of stock options, and comprehensive benefits packages.
