Aviation Regulatory Counsel
Anduril
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.
THE JOB
Anduril’s Legal Team seeks an experienced Aviation Regulatory Counsel with a focus on U.S. regulatory compliance as it relates to aviation, in particular unmanned aerial systems (UAS) in both civil and defense environments. This includes understanding our customers and conops to inform short term needs as well as shape longer term strategic planning across our test sites. This role will partner closely with our Test & Evaluation and Flight Operations Teams as well as Growth, Engineering, Manufacturing, and of course the broader Legal Team.
In this role, you will manage federal agency requirements, develop and implement supporting internal processes, and unify workstreams impacted by aviation regulations. You will lead regulatory approval processes for cutting edge UAS technology, safely bridging the gap between existing UAS aviation regulations and the technological innovation in UAS empowered by AI.
Anduril is a fast-growing company at the early stages of growth. Consistent with this fast growth, members of Anduril’s Legal Team must be resourceful, creative, and eager to take ownership of complex matters. The Aviation Regulatory Counsel will require creativity and resourcefulness to navigate the US Government’s broad set of compliance laws and regulations, with a singular focus on helping Anduril deploy its path-making technology into operational settings for the United States and its allies.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Be a key member of Anduril’s dynamic Legal Team working closely with company stakeholders to understand and apply federal aviation rules and regulations.
- Provide daily support to test operations efforts; work cross-functionally to develop the best plan for timely and successful flight of our aircraft.
- Strengthen regulatory approval efforts by coordinating activities across Anduril’s test sites and in coordination with key internal stakeholders.
- Maintain flight operations regulatory files and track communication and status with government regulators.
- Drive efficient execution of cross-functional regulatory projects and support for product teams.
- Manage relationships with Government regulatory agencies. High-trust professional relationships with Government regulatory offices are critical to Anduril’s continued success, and you will be called upon to develop and foster these relationships throughout your tenure.
- Provide training and guidance to internal teams
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- JD and 5+ years of industry experience implementing U.S. aviation rules and regulations.
- Background in aviation, engineering or other related field with providing technical knowledge of unmanned and autonomous systems.
- Knowledgeable about FAA regulations such as 14 CFR Part 107, 14 CFR Part 61, waivers, COAs, exemptions and/or other authorizations, quality control, compliance, safety, transportation, uncrewed aviation programs or a combination thereof.
- Ability to develop and manage the preparation of technical documentation related to obtaining and managing these various authorizations for unmanned aircraft systems.
- Experience reviewing procedures and process documentation to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
- Experience implementing DOD aviation procedures and records requirements such as DCMA 8210 Ground Operations Procedures. Knowledge of military flying directives and remotely piloted aircraft operating procedures.
- Strong communication, technical writing and interpersonal skills. The judgment and initiative required to own multiple projects from end-to-end.
- Experience working directly with the FAA, Department of Defense (DoD) or other federal, state or local agencies.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret and Special Access Program (SAP) security clearances
- Willing and able to work in Anduril’s CA office
- Willing and able to travel at least 25% of time
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working in a flight research or flight test environment (civil or military)
- Experience working with the Department of Defense
- Engineering degree
- Licensed to practice law in CA or DC
- Active security clearance
The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:
- Platinum Healthcare Benefits: For U.S. roles, we offer top tier platinum coverage (medical, dental, vision) that are 100% covered by Anduril for you and 90% covered for your dependents.
- For UK roles, Private Medical Insurance (PMI): Anduril will cover the full cost of the insurance premium for an employee and dependents.
- For AUS roles, Private health plan through Bupa: Coverage is fully subsidized by Anduril.
- Basic Life/AD&D and long-term disability insurance 100% covered by Anduril, plus the option to purchase additional life insurance for you and your dependents.
- Extremely generous company holiday calendar including a holiday hiatus in December, and highly competitive PTO plans.
- 16 weeks of paid Caregiver & Wellness Leave to care for a family member, bond with your baby, or tend to your own medical condition.
- Family Planning & Parenting Support: Fertility (eg, IVF, preservation), adoption, and gestational carrier coverage with additional benefits and resources to provide support from planning to parenting.
- Mental Health Resources: We provide free mental health resources 24/7 including therapy, life coaching, and more. Additional work-life services, such as free legal and financial support, available to you as well.
- A professional development stipend is available to all Andurilians.
- Daily Meals and Provisions: For many of our offices this means breakfast, lunch and fully stocked micro-kitchens.
- Company-funded commuter benefits available based on your region.
- Relocation assistance (depending on role eligibility).
- 401(k) retirement savings plan - both a traditional and Roth 401(k). (US roles only)
The recruiter assigned to this role can share more information about the specific compensation and benefit details associated with this role during the hiring process.
Anduril is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. The Anduril team is made up of incredibly talented and unique individuals, who together are disrupting industry norms by creating new paths towards the future of defense technology. All qualified applicants will be treated with respect and receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the CA Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. We actively encourage members of recognized minorities, women, Veterans, and those with disabilities to apply, and we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for all applicants throughout the interview process. If you are someone passionate about working on problems that have a real-world impact, we'd love to hear from you!
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