IT Director | Digital Operations

The IT Director will provide strategic leadership and operational excellence across BETA's information technology operations as we scale our enterprise. This role is responsible for IT policies and procedures, managing the IT budget, overseeing software contract management, and leading our Infrastructure and Help Desk teams. You'll drive productivity improvements and ensure technology capabilities align with our rapid growth trajectory, creating efficient systems that enable our teams to focus on revolutionizing electric aviation.

How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:

• Manage comprehensive IT policies and procedures that support BETA's innovative and agile technology environments
• Manage and optimize the annual IT budget, ensuring cost-effective technology investments
• Lead software contract management, negotiating and overseeing vendor agreements to maximize value and alignment with business objectives
• Provide strategic leadership for IT focused teams, ensuring robust support and continuous improvement of IT services
• Manage escalations and prioritization to ensure IT services in support of key company goals.
• Develop and execute IT strategies that enhance organizational productivity and align with our Digital Platform principles of collaborative enablement and self-serve capabilities
• Establish and maintain IT governance frameworks that support secure, compliant and scalable technology solutions
• Collaborate with cross-functional leadership to align IT capabilities with overall business goals
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (Master's preferred)
• 8-10 years of progressive IT leadership experience
• Proven track record of managing large-scale IT operations and infrastructure
• Strong budget management and strategic planning skills
• Experience supporting regulatory audits and maintaining compliance with IT General Controls
• Excellent leadership and communication skills

Above and Beyond Qualifications:

• Experience in technology-driven, rapidly scaling organizations
• Background in manufacturing or aerospace technology environments
• Experience managing IT services for CMMC controlled environments

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.

$120,000-$160,000 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.