Regulatory Counsel, Aviation Expert

1 day ago


South San Francisco, California, United States Zipline Full time
About Zipline

Zipline is a pioneering company transforming the way goods move, aiming to solve complex access challenges through instant delivery and logistics systems. Our mission is to provide equitable access to billions of people, decarbonizing delivery, decreasing road congestion, and reducing fossil fuel consumption and air pollution.

The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Regulatory Counsel to support the launch and expansion of our next-generation drone delivery platform, Platform 2, in the U.S. As a key member of our team, you will develop and implement processes, unify Zipline teams working on or impacted by aviation regulations, and lead regulatory approval processes for cutting-edge UAS technology in new markets.

Your Responsibilities
  1. Develop expertise in UAS aviation regulations and set up an aviation compliance framework.
  2. Play a central role in drafting and executing the regulatory strategy that opens skyways for millions to reliable, on-demand access to essential products.
  3. Lead Zipline's Aviation Regulatory Compliance process development and implementation across multiple functions.
  4. Provide daily support of Zipline's various design, manufacturing, and test operations efforts.
  5. Maintain Zipline's regulatory files, regulatory database, and system for tracking communication with regulators.
What We're Looking For
  • 5+ years' experience as a practicing attorney, preferably in the AAM space, manufacturing, or production.
  • Experience in a highly regulated industry, e.g., Part 21, 43, 91, 121, 135, or 145 operations, quality control, compliance, safety, healthcare, transportation, uncrewed aviation programs, or a combination thereof.
  • Experience in a program management or leadership role with deep ownership of the outcome of projects.
  • Strong, effective written and spoken communication skills; the ability to build strong relationships with internal business teams and external stakeholders.
  • Grit, resourcefulness, and resilience; an ability to thrive in novel, uncertain, and constantly changing business and regulatory environments.
What We Offer

This is an in-person role at our South San Francisco HQ. The starting cash range for this role is $150,000 - $180,000. The total compensation package may include equity compensation, discretionary annual or performance bonuses, sales incentives, benefits, paid time off, and more.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Zipline is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other characteristics protected by state, federal, or local law or our other policies.



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