Civil Certification Leader at Supernal
Irvine, CA Full-timeSystems Engineering Integration & TestPosted about 1 month ago
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<div class="content-intro"><p>Rise above. Are you ready to take human possibility to a new dimension with us?</p>
<p>Supernal is an Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) company that’s developing an electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicle and the ground-to-air ecosystem to support the emerging industry. By creating a sustainable, integrated, and human-centered ecosystem, we are committed to taking a thoughtful and responsible approach to entering the AAM market with a product that meets the high level of safety and reliability in today’s air transportation system.</p>
<p>The future of mobility starts with people. We believe in creative thinking and collaboration to help build a better mobility experience for everyone, improving people’s ability to move – whether for work or play. Join our dynamic team as we strive to be a part of something greater where potential powers tomorrow!</p>
<p>Supernal provides an inviting open-space workplace designed to foster collaboration, which aligns with one of our core values. This position is required to work on-site 5 days a week.</p></div><h2><strong>What we do: </strong></h2>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">This role will serve as the leader of the Civil Certification team with the responsibility to manage and facilitate the Type Certification process between Supernal and the Regulatory Authorities throughout the project lifecycle. In addition to being a primary technical liaison with the FAA, you will coordinate the planning, strategy, and execution of all activities, deliverables, and artifacts related to Certification, including the Production Certification and foreign validation efforts with other international aviation authorities. The role will interact directly with Company leadership, the entire Engineering organization, the Test & Evaluation group, Program Management, the Quality team, and the Policy team to achieve program Certification objectives. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record of aircraft certification experience, with palpable enthusiasm for establishing an organizational culture around compliance and safety, and a passion for bringing new, innovative aircraft to market.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">This role requires presence in office 5 days a week.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335551550":1,"335551620":1,"335559737":27,"335559738":41,"335559739":0}"> </span></p>
<h2><strong>What you can do:</strong></h2>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="29" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Lead the planning and strategy for Certification by defining Certification program objectives and priorities, and disseminating that information to appropriate stakeholders </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="29" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Coordinate with Regulatory Authorities by serving as the primary point of contact throughout the project lifecycle, including but not limited to: pre-application discussions, administration of the Partnership for Safety Plan and MOA, technical discussions around certification issues, TCBMs, as well as facilitating technical responses to address Issues papers </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="29" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Ensure the Supernal organization and its products are compliant with FAA regulations, directives, policies, and guidance </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="29" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Identify resources and staffing needs to build the required team needed to accomplish Civil Certification department goals </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="29" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Manage the performance of Civil Certification Projects</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="29" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Manage the generation and maintenance of various Certification artifacts such as the PSCP, the TC Application, Compliance checklists, SLCPs, Certification test plans, special conditions, conformity plan, compliance showing data, and others</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="29" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Interpret FAA regulations and work closely with engineering to ensure they are translated into clear, verifiable requirements that are implemented into the design</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="29" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="8" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Develop conformity processes and establish infrastructure to ensure compliance with data retention requirements</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="29" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="9" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Identify and manage Certification issues, risks, and special conditions, including the establishment of a system for reporting issues to the appropriate regulatory entities </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="29" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Coordinate and deploy DER resources to support the certification project needs </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="29" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="11" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Manage the Civil Certification team to address company and program needs and objectives </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="29" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="12" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Review and incorporate feedback for certification plans to gain concurrence between internal stakeholders and Regulatory authorities </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="29" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="13" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Participate in design reviews (PDR, CDR), safety reviews, and Certification readiness reviews as required</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="29" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="14" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Develop and deploy training materials across the Supernal organization to increase knowledge of the civil certification process and its key concepts</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="29" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="15" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Drive company participation in relevant standards development groups and key industry organizations</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="29" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="15" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"><span class="TextRun SCXW77978695 BCX8" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW77978695 BCX8">Ability to travel up to 10% domestically and internationally</span></span><span class="EOP Selected SCXW77978695 BCX8" data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"134245417":false,"201341983":0,"335559740":240,"335559795":0}"> </span></span></li>
</ul>
<h2><strong>What you can contribute:</strong></h2>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="21" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">B.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="21" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">15+ years of experience in aircraft certification, airworthiness, or regulatory compliance. The candidate will have ideally worked a minimum of one entire end-to-end Certification program (TC/ATC/STC) from conceptual design through post-certification activities (Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered, especially with a demonstrated history of working with the FAA) </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="21" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Practical experience with 14 CFR Part 23, Part 25, Part 27, or Part 29 Certification programs </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="21" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with implementation of certification guidance and industry standards such as FAA Orders (8110 series), relevant Advisory Circulars, ARP4754 & ARP4761, etc. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="21" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Experience with clean sheet design FAA Type Certification projects</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="23" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Excellent verbal and written communication skills</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="23" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Excellent listening and comprehension skills</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="23" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="3" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to effectively prioritize and proactively deliver communications and follow up</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="23" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="4" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="23" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="5" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Excellent customer service skills</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="23" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Must have the ability to independently prioritize and accomplish work within time constraints</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="23" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="23" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="8" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="23" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="9" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Self-motivated and growth-minded personality</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="23" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Familiarity with product lifecycle management tools (i.e. Enovia, 3DX)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="23" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="11" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Proficiency with MS Office Suite</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="23" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="12" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Must have the ability to independently prioritize and accomplish work within time constraints</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="23" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="13" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Understand the regulatory framework, procedures and responsibilities governing the certification of aeronautical products in the United States and other Foreign Countries</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="23" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="14" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Detail oriented with strong planning and execution skills </span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<h2><strong>You may also be able to contribute:</strong></h2>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="21" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="6" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Experience working on eVTOL aircraft</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134245417":false,"335559739":0,"335559795":0}"> considered a plus</span></li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="21" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="7" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">DER designation from the FAA considered a plus</span></li>
</ul>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">#FJ</span></p>
<p> </p><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p>Base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and location. This position is also eligible for a bonus as part of total compensation.</p></div><div class="title">The pay range for this position is:</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$189,677</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$269,822 USD</span></div></div></div><div class="content-conclusion"><p>Click <a href="https://jobs.supernal.aero/benefits" target="_blank">HERE</a> or visit: <a href="https://jobs.supernal.aero/benefits" target="_blank">https://jobs.supernal.aero/benefits</a> to view our benefits!</p>
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<p><em>Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other category or class protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Individuals with disabilities may request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation at: <a href="mailto:[email protected]" target="_blank">[email protected]</a></em></p>
<p><em>This position may include access to certain technology and/or software source code subject to U.S. export controls laws and regulations. If an export authorization from an applicable US regulatory agency is required in connection with your employment, your employment is contingent upon Supernal’s receipt of such regulatory authorization(s) and your continued compliance with all conditions and limitations pursuant to such authorization(s).</em></p>
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