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Zipline · 12 hours ago

Legal Counsel, Aviation

positionWashington, DC
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$170K/yr - $200K/yr
date4+ years exp

Zipline is on a mission to transform the way goods move and is seeking an Aviation Counsel to support the expansion of their drone delivery platform in the U.S. The role involves leading regulatory approval processes for UAS technology, collaborating with various teams, and managing aviation compliance frameworks.

DeliveryDronesElectric VehicleHome Health CareLogisticsRoboticsSupply Chain Management
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H1B Sponsor Likelynote

Responsibilities

Lead Zipline’s US Aviation Regulatory Compliance process development and implementation across multiple functions
Provide daily support of Zipline’s various design, manufacturing and flight operations efforts; work cross-functionally to develop the best plan for timely and successful deployment of our aircraft
Strengthen regulatory approval efforts by coordinating activities of the team, monitoring progress and removing obstacles along the way
Maintain Zipline’s regulatory files, regulatory database, and system for tracking communication with regulators
Drive efficient execution of cross-functional regulatory projects and regulatory support for product teams

Qualification

FAA regulationsAerospace industry experienceRegulatory complianceProgram managementProcess documentationGritResilienceCommunication skillsProblem solving

Required

4+ years' experience as a practicing attorney in the aerospace industry, preferably in the UAS space
In-depth knowledge of FAA regulations and compliance best practices
Experience in a program management or leadership role with deep ownership of the outcome of projects
Experience reviewing processes and process documentation to ensure compliance with applicable regulations
Strong, effective written and spoken communication skills; the ability to build strong relationships with internal business teams and external stakeholders
Grit, resourcefulness, and resilience; an ability to thrive in novel, uncertain and constantly-changing business and regulatory environments
Must be eligible to work in the US

Benefits

Equity compensation
Discretionary annual or performance bonuses
Sales incentives
Benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off

Company

Zipline

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Zipline designs, manufactures, and operates drones to deliver vital medical products.
dateFounded in 2011
location
San Francisco, California, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
https://www.zipline.com/

H1B Sponsorship

Zipline has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (54)
2024 (39)
2023 (29)
2022 (20)
2021 (16)
2020 (3)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$1.92B
Key Investors
Tiger Global ManagementU.S. Department of StateScottish Mortgage Investment Trust
2026-01-21Series Unknown· $600M
2025-11-25Grant· $150M
2024-06-01Series G· $350M

Leadership Team

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Keller Rinaudo Cliffton
Co-founder & CEO
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Keenan Wyrobek
Founder, CTO and Product Architect
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Recent News

Crunchbase News
The Week’s 10 Biggest Funding Rounds: A Big Week For AI And Drone Delivery
2026-01-23
GlobeNewswire
Zipline Surpasses 2 Million Deliveries, Raises More than $600M to Power Next Phase of Growth, and Expands Operations to Houston and Phoenix
2026-01-22
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