Unifly Consulting is a specialized consultancy operating at the forefront of
aviation safety, drone regulation, and airspace integration
.
We support public authorities, industry players, and research consortia worldwide through
regulatory consultancy, research & innovation projects, and high-level training
, with a strong focus on
UAS, UTM/U-space, and emerging aviation concepts
.
As our activities continue to grow- both in
European R&D; programmes
and in
operational regulatory support
- we are looking for a motivated professional eager to contribute to the development of
safe, scalable, and innovative drone operations
.
The Role
We are seeking an
Aeronautical Engineer (or equivalent technical profile)
with a strong interest in
UAS regulation, UTM/U-space, and European R&D; projects
.
You will work in a
dynamic, international team
, interacting with institutions, industry experts, and standardisation bodies, while progressively taking responsibility for complex technical and project?management activities.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys combining
technical depth, regulatory reasoning, and real-world impact
.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and contribute to European R&D; projects
funded under programmes such as
Horizon Europe and the European Defence Fund
(EDF)
Provide
regulatory and technical consultancy
to clients on topics including: UAS flight authorisations (SORA, LUC), UAS certification (CE marking, Class identification), SAIL III compliance
Support to rulemaking and regulatory development
Actively participate in
international working groups and standardisation activities
(e.g. ISO, EUROCAE)
Collaborate with civil aviation authorities, industry stakeholders, and research partners across Europe and beyond




Contribute to internal knowledge development, methodologies, and best practices within the company
Required Qualifications
Master's degree
in a technical or scientific discipline (e.g. Aerospace / Aeronautical Engineering, Engineering, Air Transport, Physics, Mathematics)
Strong
organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to work with
high autonomy
, precision, and a proactive mindset
Fluent written and spoken English
Curiosity, flexibility, and a strong willingness to
learn and grow quickly
in a fast-evolving sector
Preferred / Nice?to?Have Qualifications
Previous experience in EU-funded R&D; projects (e.g. as Project Manager or Work Package contributor)
Regulatory experience in the UAS sector, including: SORA methodology, UAS authorisation and/or certification processes, UTM / U-space concepts and implementation
Professional working knowledge of Spanish and/or German
Experience working with public authorities or international regulatory environments
What We Offer
Competitive salary
, commensurate with experience and responsibilities
Supplementary health insurance
Maximum flexibility
in working hours
Hybrid (Rome office) or full-remote working arrangements
Exposure to
high-profile European projects and international stakeholders
A truly
international, innovative, and collaborative work environment
Rapid professional growth
, with increasing responsibilities and impact as the company expands
Why Join Us?
At Unifly Consulting, you won't just "support projects" - you will
actively shape the future of drone regulation and airspace integration in Europe and beyond
.
If you are passionate about aviation safety, innovation, and regulatory frameworks that enable real?world operations, this role offers both
technical depth and long?term career growth
.
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📌 Aeronautical Engineer / Uas Regulatory & R&D Consultant (Lazio)
🏢 Unifly Consulting
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