Aviation Regulatory Affairs Manager (Aerospace/UAS)

TL;DR

Aviation Regulatory Affairs Manager (Aerospace/UAS): Leading federal aviation and spectrum regulatory strategy to secure FAA and FCC authorizations for uncrewed aircraft systems with an accent on BVLOS authorizations, airworthiness, and compliance. Focus on translating technical specifications into regulatory submissions, designing safety cases, and maintaining institutional credibility with federal regulators.

Location: On-site in El Segundo, CA

Company

hirify.global is pioneering a modern cloud seeding system utilizing weather-resistant UAS and numerical weather modeling to address global water scarcity.

What you will do

• Lead the end-to-end drafting and procurement of FAA authorizations, Certificates of Authorization (COAs), Letters of Agreement (LOAs), and regulatory exemptions.
• Manage FCC aircraft radio station licenses, experimental licenses, and spectrum coordination for C2 link architecture and telemetry.
• Own the manufacturer-side regulatory posture, including airworthiness documentation and Declaration of Compliance under emerging frameworks.
• Develop Concept of Operations (CONOPs), Safety Risk Management (SRM) documentation, and operational risk assessments.
• Track and analyze FAA rulemaking (e.g., Part 108) and represent the company in standards bodies and industry working groups.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience shepherding FAA submissions for UAS operations through to issuance.
• Strong aviation background (e.g., former FAA personnel, military aviation officer, or UAS program manager).
• Proficiency in technical writing to translate operational realities into persuasive regulatory submissions.
• Working knowledge of CONOPs development and SRM frameworks aligned with FAA criteria.
• Must be based in or able to work on-site in El Segundo, CA.

Nice to have

• Former FAA Aviation Safety Inspector or UAS Integration Office staff experience.
• Direct experience winning BVLOS authorizations incorporating ground-based detect-and-avoid (DAA).
• Familiarity with AS9100 and federal contracting prerequisites (e.g., Blue UAS Cleared List).
• Bachelor's or advanced degree in aerospace engineering, aviation management, atmospheric science, or aviation law.

Culture & Benefits

• Equity grant with meaningful upside for early employees.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Unlimited PTO.
• Daily lunch provided at the El Segundo headquarters.