Head of global policy

Wing offers drone delivery as a safe, fast, and sustainable solution for last mile logistics. Consumer appetites for on‑demand services are increasing, but current delivery methods are inefficient, costly, and contribute to road accidents and air pollution. Wing’s fleet of highly automated delivery drones can transport small packages directly from businesses to homes on‑demand, in minutes. We design, build, and operate our aircraft, and offer drone delivery services on two continents. Our technology is designed to be easy to integrate into existing delivery and logistics networks, offering a scalable drone delivery solution for a broad range of businesses. Wing is a part of Google’s parent company, Alphabet, and our mission is to create the preferred means of delivery for the planet. If you’re ready to do the greatest work of your life, come join us.

About the Role
Wing is looking for a Head of Global Policy to join our Government & Aviation Affairs team. This role is based Remotely in the US or Hybrid in Washington, D.C. or Arlington, VA.

This executive-level position will lead Wing’s global policy development and thought leadership, reporting to the Director of Global Policy, Government & Community Affairs. This leader is responsible for creating the foundational policy frameworks that will enable scalable, autonomous, and safe drone delivery around the world. This role will develop and execute a comprehensive global policy strategy, engaging with international standards bodies and national regulators to shape the rules for this new era of aviation. The successful candidate is a proven policy strategist with deep intellectual curiosity who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. We are looking for an intrinsically driven leader who can manage a global team of experts, navigate complex, first-principles policy debates (e.g., UTM, privacy, safety cases), and work cross-functionally to align Wing’s technical roadmap with its global public policy goals.

What You’ll Do

Develop and execute Wing’s comprehensive global policy strategy, creating scalable, principles-based frameworks for new and existing markets

Lead and mentor a global team of policy professionals, fostering a culture of intellectual rigor, collaboration, and strategic impact

Serve as Wing’s primary policy representative and thought leader in global forums (e.g., ICAO, JARUS) and with national aviation authorities (e.g., EASA, CASA, FAA)

Author and oversee the development of authoritative white papers, public comments, and presentations on complex policy issues, including Uncrewed Traffic Management (UTM), Detect and Avoid (DAA), safety case methodologies (e.g., SORA), privacy, and sustainability

Collaborate closely with internal partners, including U.S. Federal & State Affairs, regional Government Affairs leads, Regulatory, Legal, Product, and Engineering, to ensure a unified and consistent global policy position

Translate complex technical concepts and safety architectures into clear, compelling, and accessible policy language for regulators and public audiences

Advise Wing’s senior leadership on international policy developments, long-term regulatory trends, and strategic opportunities to shape the global operating environment

Manage relationships with academic, think tank, and industry partners to build coalitions and amplify Wing’s policy priorities

What You’ll Need

15+ years of relevant experience in global public policy, with a focus on aviation, transportation, or emerging technology

7+ years of experience managing high-performing, globally-distributed policy teams

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience; an advanced degree (e.g., JD, MPP, MPA, PhD) is strongly preferred

Proven experience developing and executing multi-country policy strategies and successfully shaping novel regulatory frameworks for a new industry

Deep, substantive expertise in global aviation policy, including familiarity with international standards bodies (ICAO, JARUS) and key national regulators (EASA, FAA, etc.)

A demonstrable network of relationships with international regulators, industry-shaping academics, and technology policy organizations

Exceptional analytical, writing, and verbal communication skills, with a public record of authoring influential policy documents or analysis

Ability and willingness to travel, including internationally, as needed to perform job duties

The US base salary range for this full-time position is the salary range below + bonus + equity + benefits. Wing’s salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.

Salary Range

$176,000—$293,000 USD

Wing is an equal opportunity employer and it is Wing’s policy to comply with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity. Employment at Wing is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Wing does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

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