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BETA TECHNOLOGIES · 1 month ago

Counsel / Contracts - Aircraft Transactions | Legal

South Burlington, VT

Contract

Onsite

Senior Level

$125K/yr - $225K/yr

6+ years exp

BETA Technologies is committed to revolutionizing electric aviation with a focus on sustainability and innovation. They are seeking a Counsel to join their in-house Legal Team to support aircraft and charger manufacturing, providing legal guidance on transactions and risk management.

AerospaceAir TransportationBatteryMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing

Diversity & Inclusion

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of aircraft transactions on both sale and purchase sides. Contracting may include aircraft purchase agreements, leases, maintenance and support agreements, and support of related financing activities (supporting both BETA purchases and sales to customers)

Advise business teams on truth-in-leasing compliance (FAR 91.23) and other FAA/DOT requirements related to lease transactions

Structure and negotiate guarantees and security agreements associated with aircraft leases

Partner with Finance, Flight Operations, Programs and Business Development on strategy, risk allocation, and contract execution

Manage complex leasing and financing transactions. Support cross-border sales, leasing and financing matters, including export/import regulations and coordination with counsel on multi-jurisdictional issues

Create policy and procedure and provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders on aircraft transaction processes, contractual obligations, and risk management

Contribute to broader legal team initiatives, including corporate governance support, template development, and process improvements

Qualification

JD licensed attorneyAircraft leasing expertiseContract negotiationFAA compliance knowledgeStructured finance experienceAerospace industry experienceProject management skillsTeam-orientedAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's Degree

JD, licensed to practice before at least one state bar, or non-attorney with extensive contracting expertise in aircraft transactions

Minimum 6+ years' experience practicing law or 12+ years contracting, with a significant portion focused on aircraft leasing, structured finance, or aviation transactions

Demonstrated expertise in drafting and negotiating aircraft operating leases, purchase agreements, and related contracts

Familiarity with FAA, DOT, and international regulatory considerations affecting aircraft

Prior experience in aerospace/complex manufacturing (or industry core to Beta's business)

Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, prioritize critical tasks, and lead legal and cross-functional projects with superior project management skills

Enthusiastic about working within a team-oriented environment and contributing to effective team relationships

Flexible, adaptable, and ready to learn new legal areas and problem solve