Drone Regulatory and Compliance Manager

As Regulatory & Compliance Manager at Avy, you will join the Flight Operations team to ensure drone operations comply with European regulations. You will define and arrange approvals for new operations using SORA methodology, support flight planning, act as the point of contact with aviation authorities, and conduct advisory projects. You will also stay updated on EASA regulations and work with different drone regulations worldwide, contributing to life-saving drone flights across Europe.

Responsibilities

• Define, design and arrange approval for new types of operations with the SORA methodology
• Support with, check & approve flight plans together with Avy's pilots
• Act as point of contact between Avy and the aviation authorities (such as ILT, LVNL, EASA,...)
• Conduct advisory projects for Avy and Avy’s customers
• Understand and work with our LUC
• Stay aware of any updates released by EASA that are related to Avy and ensure Avy’s operations are compliant with these
• Compare and work with different drone regulations around the world

Requirements

• At least 2 years of experience in the UAS or regulatory/compliance sector
• A university degree in Social Sciences, Law, History, Business Administration, Aerospace Engineering, or a safety related education
• Strong English and Dutch proficiency, written and spoken
• EU citizenship or a EU work permit

Nice to have

• Having the following certificates would be a big bonus: EASA A1/A3 and EASA A2 licence, SORA, ISO 9001

Benefits

• A job in a company determined to have a positive impact on the future: contribute to exciting use cases such as first response or securing critical infrastructure: You'll be telling the most interesting stories at birthday parties :)
• A warm atmosphere with regular drinks and celebrations
• A work culture based on freedom and trust
• An awesome office in Amsterdam with a maker space, sauna, disco-toilet, and delicious (vegetarian) lunches