Aerospace Drone Regulatory Associate

Matchtech Group; Park Gate; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech Group is seeking a Junior Regulatory Specialist to join its Regulations & Safety team in the aerospace and uncrewed aviation sector. This permanent role is ideal for a recent graduate or junior aviation professional aiming to build a career in regulatory compliance for unmanned aircraft operations.

You will monitor regulations across Open and Specific drone categories, assist with airspace changes, SORA assessments, and other submissions while collaborating with Flight Operations and

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification, or equivalent experience, in aviation, regulation, safety or a related discipline.
• Awareness of regulatory frameworks including UK Regulation (EU) 2019/947, CAP1616, SORA and FAA Part 107.
• Familiarity with drone technology and uncrewed aircraft operations.
• Strong interest in aviation technology and the future of uncrewed aviation.
• Experience with mapping or GIS software would be advantageous.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to listen, explain, influence and negotiate effectively.
• Strong organisational skills and a resourceful, solution-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Monitor regulations for Open and Specific drone operations.
• Support airspace change requests, safety cases, SORA assessments, and regulatory submissions.
• Develop strategies to maintain regulatory compliance in uncrewed aviation operations.
• Prepare regulatory applications and supporting documentation.
• Assist with airspace structures using mapping and GIS tools.
• Track progress of regulatory applications and related actions.
• Coordinate with Flight Operations for future VLOS/BVLOS planning.
• Support safety investigations and risk management under the Safety Manager.
• Follow company policies, safety standards and aviation safety requirements.

Skills

Aviation knowledge

Regulatory awareness

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel

Education

Degree-level qualification in aviation/regulation/safety

Tools

GIS software

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Matchtech Group is seeking a Junior Regulatory Specialist to join its Regulations & Safety team in the aerospace and uncrewed aviation sector. This permanent role is ideal for a recent graduate or junior aviation professional aiming to build a career in regulatory compliance for unmanned aircraft operations.

You will monitor regulations across Open and Specific drone categories, assist with airspace changes, SORA assessments, and other submissions while collaborating with Flight Operations and