Junior Regulatory Specialist

Our client, an innovative organisation within the aerospace and uncrewed aviation sector, is seeking a Junior Regulatory Specialist to join its Regulations & Safety team on a permanent basis. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or junior aviation professional to develop a career in regulatory compliance for unmanned aircraft operations, supporting future VLOS and BVLOS activities across a range of use cases and regulatory environments.

Key Responsibilities:

Monitor local, regional and international regulations, guidelines and standards relating to Open and Specific category drone operations

Support the development of airspace change requests, operational safety cases, SORA assessments and other regulatory submissions

Help develop and implement strategies to maintain regulatory compliance across uncrewed aviation operations

Assist with the preparation of regulatory applications and supporting documentation

Support the development of airspace structures, including the use of mapping and GIS software

Track and monitor the progress of regulatory applications and related actions

Coordinate with the Flight Operations team when planning future VLOS and BVLOS operations

Provide support for safety investigations and risk management activities under the direction of the Safety Manager

Work in accordance with company policies, procedures, safety standards and aviation safety requirements

Job Requirements:

Degree-level qualification, or equivalent experience, in aviation, regulation, safety or a related discipline

Awareness of relevant regulatory frameworks, including UK Regulation (EU) 2019/947, CAP1616, SORA and FAA Part 107 regulations

Familiarity with drone technology, uncrewed aircraft operations and the evolving regulatory landscape

Strong interest in aviation technology and the future of uncrewed aviation

Experience with mapping or GIS software would be advantageous

Familiarity with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to listen, explain, influence and negotiate effectively

Strong organisational skills, adaptability and a resourceful, solution-oriented approach

Additional Requirements:

Ability to work collaboratively with regulatory, safety and flight operations teams

Willingness to learn and develop new regulatory and technical skills

Ability to travel internationally to EU and non-EU territories

Right to work in the UK

Willingness to complete vetting and security clearance where required by the role, location or client

Commitment to maintaining a respectful, inclusive and professional working environment

Demonstrable commitment to health and safety, aviation safety and shared team success

If you are interested in developing a career in aerospace regulation and contributing to the safe expansion of uncrewed aviation operations, apply now to join our client's Regulations & Safety team