Privacy Policy

Introduction

Worldwide Aerospace Employment Network ("WWAEN," "we," "us," or "our"), a division of AAM Nation, is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website wwaen.org and use our services for aerospace, aviation, AAM, UAM, UAV, and UAS career opportunities.

Information We Collect

Personal Information

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide when using our services, including:

• Name, email address, phone number, and mailing address
• Resume, work history, education, and professional qualifications
• Job preferences, salary expectations, and career interests
• Military service history (for veteran transition services)
• Account credentials and profile information
• Communications with employers and our support team

Automatically Collected Information

When you access our website, we automatically collect certain information, including:

• IP address and device identifiers
• Browser type, operating system, and device information
• Pages visited, time spent, and navigation patterns
• Referring website and search terms
• Geographic location (country/region level)

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

• To provide and maintain our career services platform
• To match job seekers with relevant aerospace and aviation opportunities
• To facilitate communication between candidates and employers
• To provide veteran transition support and resources
• To send job alerts, newsletters, and service updates
• To improve our website functionality and user experience
• To analyze usage trends and optimize our services
• To prevent fraud and ensure platform security
• To comply with legal obligations

Information Sharing

We may share your information in the following circumstances:

• With Employers: When you apply for jobs or make your profile searchable, relevant information is shared with prospective employers
• With AAM Nation: As a division of AAM Nation, we may share information within our organization for operational purposes
• Service Providers: We work with third-party vendors who assist in operating our platform (hosting, analytics, email services)
• Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or governmental authority
• Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets

We do not sell your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience:

• Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality and security
• Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our site
• Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
• Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant job recommendations and advertisements

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Disabling certain cookies may limit website functionality.

Data Security

Recognizing that our users include defense contractors and military veterans transitioning to sensitive national security roles, we implement enterprise-grade security measures to protect all candidate and employer data.

Encryption Standards

• Encryption in Transit: All data transmitted between your browser and our servers is protected using TLS 1.3, the latest and most secure transport layer protocol
• Encryption at Rest: All stored data is encrypted using AES-256, the same encryption standard used by government agencies for classified information
• Secure Infrastructure: Our platform is hosted on SOC 2 Type II certified infrastructure with continuous monitoring and automated threat detection
• Key Management: Encryption keys are managed using industry-standard key management practices with regular rotation

Additional Security Measures

• Role-based access controls to limit data access to authorized personnel only
• Regular security audits and third-party penetration testing
• DDoS protection and web application firewall (WAF)
• Encrypted backups with geographic redundancy
• Secure password hashing using bcrypt
• HTTP security headers and CORS policies

For more information about our security practices, please visit our Security pageor contact our security team at security@wwaen.org.

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

• Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you
• Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
• Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
• Portability: Request transfer of your data to another service
• Opt-Out: Unsubscribe from marketing communications at any time
• Restrict Processing: Request limitation of how we use your data

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@wwaen.org.

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our services. We may also retain certain information as required by law, to resolve disputes, enforce agreements, or for legitimate business purposes. When information is no longer needed, we securely delete or anonymize it.

International Data Transfers

As a global aerospace employment network serving North America, Europe, and Asia, your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected information from a child, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new effective date. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.