Aviation Regulatory Lead

Company: BETA Technologies
Location: Washington
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture. The Regulatory Affairs Lead supports the company’s compliance, certification, and policy strategy by monitoring aviation regulations, evaluating their impact on business operations, and engaging with regulatory authorities. This position bridges technical, policy, and governmental domains, coordinating company positions. The role supports strategic advocacy and policy development for the company’s programs, ensuring alignment with FAA, EASA, and other international authorities. It provides critical guidance and liaison support to engineering, certification, and compliance functions. How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation: Monitor, interpret, and analyze regulations and policies from FAA, EASA, ICAO, Transport Canada, and other authorities relevant to the business. Assess the potential impact of proposed or new aviation regulation, guidance, and standards on company operations. Track global policy trends with a particular focus on emerging technologies. Develop position papers, regulatory comments, and briefing materials for executive leadership. Support the development of company policy positions and advocacy efforts with industry associations and government bodies. Liaise with regulators, trade associations (e.g., GAMA, AIA), and standards organizations. Represent the company in working groups, industry committees, or technical panels. Partner with Engineering, Certification, and Quality teams to interpret and communicate regulatory expectations. Provide policy input during development of compliance strategies and certification roadmaps. Support internal communication and training on regulatory changes or policy developments. Prepare and deliver briefings for internal stakeholders on regulatory risks and opportunities. Support internal departments in obtaining necessary demonstration, experimental, or operational approvals from regulatory authorities to enable testing, flight demonstrations, or special projects. Minimum Qualifications: 7 years of experience in aviation regulatory affairs, certification, or policy analysis. Experience engaging with FAA, EASA, or other civil aviation authorities. Knowledge of Part 21, Part 23/25, Part 145, and SMS regulations desirable. Familiarity with international aviation rulemaking and bilateral agreements. Excellent verbal and written communications skills. Strong analytical and policy research skills. Ability to collaborate across technical and legal disciplines Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to travel regularly (up to 50% of the time) is required. The wage listed here reflects our best faith estimate for this role. We pay competitively and base compensation on a variety of factors including skills, experience, industry background, and the evolving needs of the role. We remain committed to fair and equitable pay and we're happy to discuss during the interview process. Build electric airplanes with us! BETA offers a competitive Total Compensation package designed to support you now and as you grow with us. This role includes both Restricted Stock Units and Performance Stock Units for all full-time team members, so everyone shares in our success. You’ll have access to onsite healthcare in Vermont, comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision, short- and long-term disability, and paid parental leave. We also take care of the everyday details with daily lunch provided, and yes—flight lessons are part of the experience, along with a range of additional perks that make work here genuinely rewarding. We encourage all driven candidates to apply, even if they do not meet every listed qualification. We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. BETA complies with all applicable federal, state and local non-discrimination laws and does not tolerate discrimination of any kind in our workplace. Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. BETA Technologies participates in E-Verify. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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