Project Manager - Aircraft Build | Program Operations
BETA Technologies
Operations
South Burlington, VT, USA
Posted on Nov 19, 2025
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 ideal candidate is self-directed and capable of providing tactical and strategic project management while working across multiple teams to deliver an aircraft from initial configuration and design through delivery. The ability to actively demonstrate collaboration with commercial, engineering, supply chain, quality, safety, and production teams will be critical to succeeding in this role. We are looking for a person who enjoys working in complex technical environments and who is creative and dedicated to be a part of our people-centric culture.
The selected candidate will be an integral team player ensuring teams develop and track to a schedule along with managing risk along the way. This person will also work with the rest of the Program Operations team to track requirements, schedules, and budgets, including tools and resources. This individual will have the responsibility to ensure alignment with the different interfacing groups, suppliers and work closely with the manufacturing group, aligning the team schedules and milestones to support the aircraft production schedule.
How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:
- Lead comprehensive tracking of aircraft build from design through delivery
- Document & monitor configuration while ensuring design and alignment with intended use
- Develop and maintain detailed build schedules while aligning to program milestones
- Provide regular status updates to leadership, dependent teams, and customers
- Lead cross-functional project meetings throughout different aircraft phases (design, procurement, assembly)
- Identify, develop, & manage risk registers, action plans, & readiness assessments
- Ensure quality standards and build specifications are consistently met
- Serve as primary point of contact for the aircraft
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related engineering field
- 3+ years experience as a project manager in similar aerospace or manufacturing environments
- Excellent organizational, time management skills, and commitment to objectives and responsibilities
- Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
- Strong interpersonal skills with ability to work with team members throughout the organization
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in multi-stakeholder environments
- Proficient in Microsoft products including Microsoft Project and 365/office (SharePoint, Outlook, Calendar, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
Above and Beyond Qualifications:
- PMP certification is considered a plus
- Knowledge of AS9100 manufacturing environments
- Relevant experience in other regulated industry will be valued
- Working knowledge of Project Management tools (MS Project, Jira, others)
- Background in eVTOL, Urban Air Mobility (UAM), or Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) applications
- Working knowledge of CAD/analysis tools and design data management
- Background in cost optimization and design-to-cost strategies for scalable production
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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.
The wage listed here reflects our best faith estimate for this role. We pay competitively and base compensation on a variety of factors including skills, experience, industry background, and the evolving needs of the role. We remain committed to fair and equitable pay and we're happy to discuss during the interview process.