Program Manager - FAA Compliance
Core
Program Manager leading FAA compliance and airspace authorization efforts for the Test & Evaluation team to enable flight operations and experimental testing.
Role type
Senior Program Manager (Regulatory Affairs)
Builds
Regulatory approvals (COAs, waivers, exemptions) and airspace access for autonomous systems and UAS testing.
Domain
Defense technology / Aviation / Regulatory Compliance
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
FAA regulatory frameworks (Part 21, 91, 107, 135, 44807), regulatory application preparation, stakeholder liaison, compliance strategy, process instrumentation, defense aviation program experience, analytical skills, project management
Preferred skills
Jira/Confluence proficiency, Safety Management Systems (SMS), UAS-specific compliance (BVLOS, DAA), DCMA 8210.1D/MIL-STD knowledge, FAA certifications (Private Pilot, Part 107), DoD UAS operational experience
Technologies
Jira, Confluence
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain compliance programs for FAA regulations; prepare and submit regulatory applications (COAs, waivers, exemptions); manage intake and tracking of airspace access requests; serve as liaison with FAA and DoD; coordinate non-FAA approvals (RF/spectrum); develop compliance strategies for new technologies; build compliance reporting and metrics; support test site activation and range management; maintain knowledge of regulatory changes; support audits and inspections; integrate compliance into operational procedures; provide training on FAA compliance.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities