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WingUTM Regulatory and Standards Manager
Wing, a subsidiary of Alphabet, provides an automated drone delivery service operating across two continents to transport small items directly to consumers. The organization is seeking…
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Wing, a subsidiary of Alphabet, provides an automated drone delivery service operating across two continents to transport small items directly to consumers. The organization is seeking a remote-based UTM Regulatory and Standards Manager to join its Global Aviation Regulatory Team within the United States. This full-time position directs Unmanned Traffic Management regulatory initiatives, bridging high-level strategy with daily execution. The individual in this role oversees large-scale project planning, translates evolving…
Job Description
Wing, a subsidiary of Alphabet, provides an automated drone delivery service operating across two continents to transport small items directly to consumers. The organization is seeking a remote-based UTM Regulatory and Standards Manager to join its Global Aviation Regulatory Team within the United States.
This full-time position directs Unmanned Traffic Management regulatory initiatives, bridging high-level strategy with daily execution. The individual in this role oversees large-scale project planning, translates evolving regulatory and performance mandates into actionable product requirements and testing procedures, and steers compliance for systems used internally and across the broader drone industry. The role involves close collaboration with Engineering, Product, Legal, Policy, and Flight Operations departments.
The successful candidate combines a passion for aviation and technology with strong analytical problem-solving abilities and the capacity to build new workflows independently. Compensation for this role includes a base salary between USD 154,000 and 204,000 per year, plus equity, a bonus, and benefits.
Responsibilities
- Prepare service provider regulatory submissions and secure regulatory approvals globally
- Translate regulatory mandates and performance requirements into product specifications and checkout test procedures alongside product and engineering teams
- Support the implementation of the aviation technical standards roadmap by monitoring industry and regulatory trends via technical standards committees
- Engage in technical standards development to align industry consensus standards with company policies, development, and safety goals
- Evaluate decisions through a test-and-learn approach focused on commercial and financial objectives
Requirements
- Over 8 years of experience in aviation engineering or service provider and UTM technical compliance implementation
- 3 to 5 or more years of direct experience working on unmanned aircraft systems regulatory topics and interfacing with civil aviation authorities like the FAA, EASA, or CASA
- Demonstrated knowledge of service provider and UTM regulations such as EASA U-space regulation or future Part 146
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in engineering or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
Core Skills
Benefits
- Base salary range of USD 154,000 to 204,000 per year
- Bonus
- Equity
- Benefits
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this position remote?
Yes, this role is based remotely in the United States.
What is the salary range for the UTM Regulatory and Standards Manager?
The US base salary range for this full-time position is USD 154,000 to 204,000 per year, which also includes a bonus, equity, and benefits.
What experience is required for this role?
Candidates must have 8 or more years of experience in aviation engineering or service provider and UTM technical compliance implementation, along with 3 to 5+ years of direct experience working on UAS regulatory topics with civil aviation authorities.
What education is needed?
A BA or BS degree in engineering or a related field, or equivalent practical experience, is required.
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