Senior Compliance Professional | Legal

Number of employees

280

South Burlington, VT, United States

Posted on: 2025-09-18

Category: transportation

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Employment type:

Full time

Experience required:

Senior

Salary

Salary not provided

About the company:

BETA Technologies is creating an electric transportation ecosystem that’s safe, reliable and sustainable. A relentlessly focused team is building an extensive charging infrastructure and ALIA, the world’s most technologically advanced electric vertical aircraft (EVA).

BETA’s platform and products are strikingly simple. Prioritization of safety and a pragmatic approach to certification drive elegant redundancy, appropriate diversity of implementation and simplicity of control. ALIA’s fixed-pitch propellers and centrally located batteries make it an inherently stable aircraft that is safe to fly and easy to maneuver.

At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture.

The Senior Compliance Professional will be responsible for implementing and further developing a comprehensive compliance strategy across the enterprise. Key areas of oversight and substantive work support will include third party and ethics compliance, export compliance (EAR and ITAR), security compliance, and US Government contract compliance. The successful candidate will support BETA’s daily needs while strategically building its capacity in an area that requires application of regulatory frameworks to cutting-edge technology. 
 
This position requires a working knowledge of US Government contract requirements, corporate ethics compliance, export compliance (such as licensing and classifications), self assessments and audits, implementation of digital technology to support compliance, and comfort drafting standard work and improving processes. This role will monitor and interpret evolving regulatory landscapes develop training programs on regulatory requirements for cross-functional teams. The successful candidate will be self-motivated and capable of working in both independent and team environments with minimal direction.  

Build electric airplanes with us!

We encourage all driven candidates to apply, even if they do not meet every listed qualification.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. BETA complies with all applicable federal, state and local non-discrimination laws and does not tolerate discrimination of any kind in our workplace.

Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. BETA Technologies participates in E-Verify.

How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:

  • Implement a comprehensive enterprise compliance program through daily support while working towards a long-term strategic roadmap, reporting into the Office of the General Counsel 
  • Create quarterly updates and assessments, engage with leadership on recommendations to address weaknesses 
  • Project management of enterprise compliance obligations, working cross-functionally to ensure requirements are met throughout the business 
  • Establish and manage compliance related policies and procedures  
  • Create and provide trainings on relevant requirements, policies and process. Provide clear guidance to company employees, and recommend modifications to operations policies or procedures as appropriate 
  • Investigate escapes and reporting and prepare comprehensive analyses with recommended actions 
  • Coordinate and collaborate with key stakeholders both in and outside of the Legal and Compliance organization  
  • Meticulous record keeping to support compliance requirements 
  • Understanding and substantive support of export compliance activities and related compliance issues 
  • Minimum Qualifications:

  • In person or hybrid position for South Burlington, VT office 
  • Experience in aerospace compliance role 
  • Working knowledge US export regulations 
  • Strong communications skills, both oral and written 
  • Superior organization and project management skills 
  • Strong computer aptitude, which includes expertise with Microsoft and other digital technology including US Government portals and databases and implementation of digital solutions 
  • Proven ability to analyze problems, assess options and propose solutions 
  • Proven ability to strategically prioritize projects and lead significant improvements to successful and timely closure 
  • US Government contract experience 
  • US Citizenship
  • Above and Beyond Qualifications:

  • Experience with Canadian Controlled Goods Program  
  • Experience acting as an Empowered Official 
  • Security clearance or ability to obtain clearance  
  • JD or other relevant advanced degree or license preferred but not required
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