Counsel / Contracts - Aircraft Transactions | Legal

Description

• Advise business teams on truth-in-leasing compliance (FAR
• Partner with Finance, Flight Operations, Programs and Business Development on strategy, risk allocation, and contract execution.
• Create policy and procedure and provide training and guidance to internal stakeholders on aircraft transaction processes, contractual obligations, and risk management.
• 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).
• Structure and negotiate guarantees and security agreements associated with aircraft leases.
• Contribute to broader legal team initiatives, including corporate governance support, template development, and process improvements.
• 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.

Requirements

• Familiarity with FAA, DOT, and international regulatory considerations affecting aircraft.
• JD, licensed to practice before at least one state bar, or non-attorney with extensive contracting expertise in aircraft transactions.
• Demonstrated expertise in drafting and negotiating aircraft operating leases, purchase agreements, and related contracts.
• In-house experience supporting fleet or leasing transactions in aviation, aerospace, or transportation.
• Prior experience in aerospace/complex manufacturing (or industry core to Beta’s business).
• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Minimum 6+ years’ experience practicing law or 12+ years contracting, with a significant portion focused on aircraft leasing, structured finance, or aviation transactions.
• Flexible, adaptable, and ready to learn new legal areas and problem solve.
• 91.23 ) and other FAA/DOT requirements related to lease transactions.
• Preference for on site role; willing to consider the right candidate with ability to have frequent and regular presence at Burlington, Vermont headquarters.
• 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.
• Experience working in a high-growth company.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance