Senior Buyer, Aerospace Electric and Electronic Components

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 Buyer, Aerospace Electrical & Electronic Components is responsible for supporting the procurement and delivery of electrical and electronic components, battery cells, and related materials used in BETA’s electric aircraft programs. This role focuses on executing procurement activities, managing supplier relationships, driving delivery performance, and ensuring materials are available to meet production, engineering, and program requirements.

The ideal candidate brings strong aerospace procurement experience, sound commercial judgment, and the ability to proactively manage supplier performance in a fast-paced, evolving manufacturing environment. This individual will take ownership of assigned commodities and suppliers, resolve supply challenges, and drive accountability to ensure quality, cost, and schedule objectives are achieved.

How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:

Execute procurement activities for assigned aerospace electrical and electronic components, battery cells, and related materials in support of production and program requirements

Manage the full purchase order lifecycle, including purchase order placement, acknowledgments, delivery commitments, changes, and supplier follow-through

Monitor supplier performance against quality, cost, and delivery expectations, driving accountability and corrective actions when commitments are not met

Proactively identify supply constraints, material shortages, and potential delivery risks; develop and execute recovery plans to protect production schedules

Establish and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on requirements, priorities, and deliverables

Partner closely with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Planning, and Program Management to address material requirements, design changes, and supply challenges

Support supplier negotiations and commercial discussions to achieve competitive pricing, favorable terms, and overall cost objectives

Analyze supplier quotations, pricing, lead times, and commercial proposals to support purchasing decisions

Drive timely resolution of supplier-related issues, including quality concerns, delivery disruptions, pricing discrepancies, and purchase order changes

Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier commitments, and purchasing data within ERP systems

Track and communicate supplier performance metrics, open order status, material availability, and potential risks to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders

Support continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen procurement execution, supplier responsiveness, and operational efficiency

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience

5+ years of experience in related or similar field

Significant experience in procurement or purchasing within aerospace, aviation, electronics, or complex manufacturing environments

Demonstrated experience managing suppliers, purchase orders, delivery commitments, and commercial activities

Strong understanding of procurement processes, supplier performance management, and material planning requirements

Experience interpreting technical requirements, engineering specifications, and supplier quotations

Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications

Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills

Ability to manage competing priorities, operate independently, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment

Above and Beyond Qualifications:

Experience procuring aerospace electrical and electronic components, battery cells, or components supporting electric aviation

Experience working in a highly regulated aerospace or advanced manufacturing environment

Demonstrated success improving supplier delivery performance and resolving complex supply chain challenges

Experience supporting production ramp-up and evolving manufacturing requirements

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment described below are representative of what a Team Member must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need an accommodation at any point, during the hiring process or on the job, please let us know. We're glad to work with you.Depending on the role, the work may involve:

Indoor and outdoor work in a range of conditions, including hot, cold, wet, and humid environments

Movement throughout the day, including varied amounts of walking, standing, sitting, bending, reaching, stooping, kneeling, and crouching

Climbing ladders and stairs

Balancing, meaning keeping steady to prevent falls while walking, standing, or crouching on narrow or slippery surfaces

Handling objects, including seizing, holding, grasping, turning, picking, and punching

Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds

Safely operating material handling equipment, such as forklifts and pallet jacks

Working with small parts and components (some positions)

Working around variable noise levels, fumes or airborne particles, and hazardous chemicals. These conditions require personal protective equipment (PPE), such as face protection (safety glasses, goggles, face shields, respirators), gloves, and hearing protection

Office work using standard office equipment, including a computer

Travel by air or automobile

Working varying shifts and hours to keep operations running smoothly across the organization

The specific vision abilities this role requires include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. We're happy to talk through the specific requirements of this role during the interview process.

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.

Compensation$80,000—$95,000 USD

Build electric airplanes with us!

BETA offers a competitive Total Compensation package designed to support you now and as you grow with us. This role includes both Restricted Stock Units and Performance Stock Units for all full-time team members, so everyone shares in our success. You’ll have access to onsite healthcare in Vermont, comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision, short- and long-term disability, and paid parental leave. We also take care of the everyday details with daily lunch provided, and yes—flight lessons are part of the experience, along with a range of additional perks that make work here genuinely rewarding.

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.