Manager Airworthiness & Permits (m/f/d)

Work set-up: 
Full Remote
Contract: 
Experience: 
Senior (5-10 years)
Work from: 
Germany

Offer summary

Qualifications:

Degree or relevant experience in aviation, law, or related fields., Knowledge of regulations for unmanned aviation, including EU and national laws., Fluent in German and English, with strong communication skills., Structured and independent working style..

Key responsibilities:

  • Manage regulatory aspects of drone operations and permit applications.
  • Ensure compliance with national and international aviation regulations.
  • Develop and maintain operations manuals and coordinate permits.
  • Build relationships with authorities and advise management on regulatory matters.

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Job description

Your mission
Do you want to actively shape the future of unmanned aviation?

As a leading operator of long-range drones (BVLOS) in Germany and Europe, Beagle Systems is driven by innovation. To strengthen our team, we are looking for an Airworthiness & Permits Manager (m/f/d).

In this role, you will be responsible for all regulatory aspects of our drone operations, including the application for and further development of operational approvals. You will analyze legal requirements, communicate with authorities, and ensure compliance with regulations during drone missions.

Your commitment ensures the smooth execution of our missions and makes a significant contribution to the success of our innovative projects.

Compliance & Risk Management
  • Ensure compliance with relevant national and international regulations (e.g., LuftVG, LuftVO, EU Regulations 2019/947 & 2019/945).
  • Conduct risk analyses using tools such as SORA (Specific Operations Risk Assessment) and SAIL (Specific Assurance and Integrity Level).
  • Take responsibility for incident reporting and coordinate all related tasks within the framework of occurrence reporting.
Permits & Operations Manuals
  • Create, maintain, and further develop our operations manuals.
  • Coordinate permits for drone operations at both national and international levels, including the LUC – Light UAS Operator Certificate.
Stakeholder Management & Advisory
  • Build and maintain relationships with authorities, air traffic organizations, and other relevant stakeholders.
  • Advise management on participation in national and international committees and associations.
Development of New Approval Approaches & Flight Route Planning
  • Develop, analyze, and implement new approval approaches in a dynamic market.
  • Define the framework for creating and applying for new flight routes.
Your profile
Experience & Education:
Completed degree or relevant professional experience in fields such as aviation, aviation law, law, or a similar discipline.

Regulatory Knowledge:
Experience in interpreting and practically implementing regulatory requirements and frameworks for unmanned aviation, particularly regarding operational approvals with respect to the Aviation Act (LuftVG), Aviation Ordinance (LuftVO), and EU drone regulations (2019/947 and 2019/945).

Language Skills:
Business-fluent German and English.

Working Style:
Structured, self-reliant working approach as well as strong communication skills.
Why us?
Flexibility: Option to work from home and flexible, family-friendly working hours.

30 Vacation Days: To support a healthy work-life balance.

Meals & Refreshments: Beverages and lunch are provided.

Future-Oriented Industry: Exciting and diverse projects in the field of unmanned aviation.

Diverse Team: Open company culture and flat hierarchies.

Innovation Power: Work at the cutting edge of technology.

Salary: We offer a fair, competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Feel free to talk to us about your salary expectations.

As an employer, Beagle Systems promotes equal opportunity and diversity.
We are looking for applicants who want to contribute to our success with their potential and skills.
We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment where everyone feels equally valued and respected.
About us
Beagle Systems is revolutionizing aerial data acquisition with long-range drones. Our technology enables us to rech any location at the push of a button and provide high-resolution data quickly and efficiently. We are shaping the future of unmanned aerial traffic and making a significant contribution of climate protection, for example, by identifying hazards and methane emissions that can be prevented. With a passionate team working at the forefront of technological innovation, we are shaping the future. 

Required profile

Experience

Level of experience: Senior (5-10 years)
Spoken language(s):
GermanEnglish
Check out the description to know which languages are mandatory.

Other Skills

  • Incident Reporting
  • Self-Sufficiency
  • Communication

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