Architectural Designer / Drafter

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.

BETA's Architectural Designer / Drafter provides essential design and documentation support for capital projects and facility operations as part of the in-house design team. This entry-level role focuses on producing high-quality architectural drawings, supporting space planning efforts, and learning aerospace manufacturing facility design. You'll work directly with operations teams and facilities staff to translate design intent into clear, coordinated documentation while developing skills in industrial architecture and project coordination.

How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:

• Design Documentation & CAD Production
• Produce architectural drawings including plans, sections, elevations, and details for both new construction and renovation projects
• Develop space planning layouts and furniture plans based on programmatic requirements
• Create and maintain drawing sets through all design phases from schematic design through construction documents
• Coordinate architectural drawings with structural, MEP, and civil disciplines to ensure proper integration
• Maintain CAD standards, drawing templates, and file organization systems
• Prepare presentation materials including renderings, diagrams, and design option studies
• Project Support
• Assist with space programming by documenting existing conditions and developing area calculations
• Conduct site visits and field measurements to document existing facilities
• Research building code requirements, product specifications, and material options
• Track design revisions and maintain redline markups
• Prepare finish schedules, door schedules, and room data sheets
• Support permit application preparation and building department coordination
• Coordination & Learning
• Participate in design meetings with operations teams and external consultants
• Support submittal review process by organizing and tracking vendor submissions
• Assist with as-built documentation and project closeout activities
• Learn manufacturing facility design principles including cleanroom standards, production workflows, and industrial building systems
• Develop understanding of AS9100 requirements and aerospace facility design considerations
• Cross-train in project coordination activities including RFI tracking and meeting documentation

Minimum Qualifications:

• Professional architectural degree (B.Arch or M.Arch) or nearing completion, or comparable design experience
• 0-2 years professional experience in architecture, internship experience valued
• Strong proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Revit required
• Basic understanding of building codes and accessibility requirements
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to produce accurate, well-coordinated drawings
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Eagerness to learn industrial/manufacturing facility design
• Self-motivated and able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Comfortable in non-traditional architecture career path - corporate facilities role, not design firm
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

What makes this different:

• This is an in-house owner's team position, not a design firm role. You'll work directly with the people who will use the spaces you design - your colleagues are your clients. Projects range from break room renovations built by internal facilities staff to 200,000 SF manufacturing facilities with external contractors. You'll see your work occupied and get immediate feedback. This role offers broad exposure to design, documentation, and project coordination, building versatile skills in a fast-paced aerospace manufacturing environment.

$58,000 - $68,000 a year

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.

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.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.