We’re Hiring | Head – Government Liaison & Regulatory Affairs

Location:
India, with travel to Delhi and project sites We are seeking an experienced and proactive professional to lead government liaison, regulatory coordination and approvals for aviation-related projects, including the establishment of Flight Training Organisations (FTOs) in India. This role offers an opportunity to work closely with key aviation regulators, government departments and other stakeholders, driving the regulatory process from initial planning and documentation through to approvals and operational readiness.

Key Responsibilities
• Government & Regulatory Liaison: Establish and maintain professional working relationships with DGCA, AAI, BCAS, state civil aviation departments and other relevant government authorities.
• Approvals & Compliance Coordination: Identify applicable regulatory requirements and manage applications, NOCs, permissions and approval processes required for FTO establishment.
• DGCA Coordination: Prepare and track regulatory submissions, respond to queries, coordinate inspections and follow up on pending approvals.
• State Government Engagement: Coordinate with state and district authorities on land-related matters, aerodrome access, site permissions and other project requirements.
• Stakeholder Management: Facilitate official meetings, site visits and inspections, ensuring timely follow-ups and clear documentation of outcomes.
• Documentation & Reporting: Prepare formal correspondence, representations, briefing notes and regulatory updates,



while maintaining accurate records and approval trackers.
• External Coordination: Work with legal advisors, consultants and other professionals on regulatory, land and project-related matters.
• Regulatory Monitoring: Track relevant regulatory developments, DGCA circulars and policy changes, highlighting their potential impact on ongoing projects. Candidate Profile
• Demonstrated experience in government liaison, regulatory affairs or regulatory coordination, preferably within aviation or infrastructure.
• Working knowledge of DGCA requirements and the approval process for FTOs or Aviation Training Organisations (ATOs).
• Experience engaging with government departments and managing applications, permissions and regulatory documentation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with robust drafting capabilities in English and Hindi.
• Strong stakeholder management, follow-up, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel to Delhi and project sites as required.
• High professional integrity, sound judgement and a structured approach to managing regulatory processes. Preferred Qualifications & Experience
• Prior involvement in establishing an FTO or obtaining DGCA FTO/ATO approvals.
• Experience working with DGCA, AAI, BCAS or state civil aviation departments.
• Exposure to aerodrome development, land permissions, government MoUs or aviation infrastructure projects.
• An educational or professional background in aviation, aviation management, aircraft operations or a related field.

📌 Head – Government Liaison (New Delhi)
🏢 Knots Aerospace
📍 New Delhi