Legal, Safety & Compliance
Aviation runs on trust — trust that aircraft are maintained, laws are followed, and safety is never compromised. Behind that trust is a community of women working in legal, regulatory, and compliance roles who protect people, systems, and skies.
Whether you're drawn to policy, investigations, or aviation law, these roles let you lead with purpose and precision — even without stepping into the cockpit.
✅ 🕵🏽 Aviation Safety Inspector (FAA or Private)
What You Do: Investigate aircraft operations, ensure regulatory compliance, audit safety programs, and sometimes oversee pilot or maintenance standards
You Might Be Called: FAA Safety Inspector, Flight Standards Inspector, Air Carrier Operations Specialist
Salary: $75,000–$150,000
Education Needed: Pilot or maintenance background + FAA certifications or equivalent experience
Perfect For: Experienced professionals who want to keep the skies safe by holding the system accountable
⚖️ ✈️ Aviation Compliance Manager
What You Do: Ensure that airline or aviation company policies meet all federal, environmental, and operational regulations
You Might Be Called: Regulatory Affairs Lead, Compliance Director
Salary: $80,000–$140,000
Education Needed: Law, aviation, or business degree + experience in regulatory environments
Perfect For: Rule-followers and systems thinkers with a love for structure and ethical operations
🛡️ 📋 Safety & Risk Analyst (Aviation)
What You Do: Monitor incidents, assess hazards, and design systems to reduce safety risks in flight or airport operations
You Might Be Called: SMS Coordinator, Safety Systems Analyst, Risk & Compliance Officer
Salary: $60,000–$110,000
Education Needed: Aviation safety or engineering degree preferred
Perfect For: Detail-lovers who want to protect people by solving root problems
🧑🏽⚖️ ✈️ Aviation Attorney
What You Do: Handle contracts, litigation, regulations, and policy for aviation clients or government agencies
You Might Be Called: Legal Counsel – Aviation, Transportation Attorney, Regulatory Law Specialist
Salary: $90,000–$200,000+
Education Needed: Law degree + aviation or regulatory experience
Perfect For: Justice-driven thinkers who want to influence policy, safety, and business from a legal lens
📝 🛫 Aviation Auditor
What You Do: Conduct audits to assess safety, maintenance, environmental, and operational compliance within aviation companies
You Might Be Called: Quality Auditor, Internal Safety Assessor, IOSA Auditor
Salary: $55,000–$100,000
Education Needed: Certification in auditing + aviation safety or operations experience
Perfect For: Critical thinkers who want to inspect, report, and improve
