Regulatory Affairs Lead | Public Affairs
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Job Location:
Washington D.C., MD - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
17 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
At BETA Technologies we apply our intellectual curiosity passion for aviation and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing vibrant and inclusive culture.
The Regulatory Affairs Lead supports the companys compliance certification and policy strategy by monitoring aviation regulations evaluating their impact on business operations and engaging with regulatory authorities. This position bridges technical policy and governmental domains coordinating company positions. The role supports strategic advocacy and policy development for the companys programs ensuring alignment with FAA EASA and other international authorities. It provides critical guidance and liaison support to engineering certification and compliance functions.
How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:
- Monitor interpret and analyze regulations and policies from FAA EASA ICAO Transport Canada and other authorities relevant to the business.
- Assess the potential impact of proposed or new aviation regulation guidance and standards on company operations.
- Track global policy trends with a particular focus on emerging technologies.
- Develop position papers regulatory comments and briefing materials for executive leadership.
- Support the development of company policy positions and advocacy efforts with industry associations and government bodies.
- Liaise with regulators trade associations (e.g. GAMA AIA) and standards organizations.
- Represent the company in working groups industry committees or technical panels.
- Partner with Engineering Certification and Quality teams to interpret and communicate regulatory expectations.
- Provide policy input during development of compliance strategies and certification roadmaps.
- Support internal communication and training on regulatory changes or policy developments.
- Prepare and deliver briefings for internal stakeholders on regulatory risks and opportunities.
- Support internal departments in obtaining necessary demonstration experimental or operational approvals from regulatory authorities to enable testing flight demonstrations or special projects.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 7 years of experience in aviation regulatory affairs certification or policy analysis.
- Experience engaging with FAA EASA or other civil aviation authorities.
- Knowledge of Part 21 Part 23/25 Part 145 and SMS regulations desirable.
- Familiarity with international aviation rulemaking and bilateral agreements.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
- Strong analytical and policy research skills.
- Ability to collaborate across technical and legal disciplines
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to travel regularly (up to 50% of the time) is required.
$130000 - $160000 a year
The wage listed here reflects our best faith estimate for this role. We pay competitively and base compensation on a variety of factors including skills experience industry background and the evolving needs of the role. We remain committed to fair and equitable pay and were happy to discuss during the interview process.
Build electric airplanes with us!
We encourage all driven candidates to apply even if they do not meet every listed qualification.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner on race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin ancestry citizenship disability veteran or military status genetic information pregnancy or any other protected characteristic under federal state or local law. BETA complies with all applicable federal state and local non-discrimination laws and does not tolerate discrimination of any kind in our workplace.
Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. BETA Technologies participates in E-Verify.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
Key Skills
- Aeronautical
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About Company
BETA Technologies is an electric aerospace company developing vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft and supporting charging infrastructure that enables greener, safer and more efficient transportation.
