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R&D Materials and Processes Engineer

South Burlington, Vermont, United States

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 Technologies is looking for a Materials and Processes Engineer (M&P) to join the team developing and manufacturing vertical takeoff, electric aircraft (eVTOL). The ideal candidate is someone who has M&P experience in aerospace, experience in product development and excellent collaborative skills. The ability to guide design teams, manufacturing teams, and suppliers in the development/manufacturing of the aircraft is essential.

The ability to think outside the box and a strong mechanical intuition are important to troubleshoot design challenges and manufacturing issues. As an M&P Engineer you will be required to qualify materials, develop processes, improve manufacturing processes, work with quality, disposition NCR’s, and audit both internal and supplier facilities.

You will also be involved in R&D activities and consequently the writing of test plans and overseeing test execution. Testing will include material qualification, process development, component development, optimize manufacturability and anything else along the path of developing and efficiently manufacturing the aircraft.

How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:
  • Guide and support the various design teams in the development of the aircraft components
  • Collaborate with suppliers for materials, components, equipment, etc.
  • Work with manufacturing teams to optimize manufacturability of the aircraft, reduce cycle time and provide equipment requirements
  • Work with quality to implement controls for materials, processes and operator training
  • Audit internal and external facilities
  • Write and review engineering documents/drawings, material specifications and process specifications
  • Coordinate and carry out material and process qualifications
  • Write test plans and execute testing
  • Participate in design reviews
  • Support first article inspections
  • Support conformity activities
  • Troubleshoot engineering and manufacturing issues
  • This position requires travel for manufacturing support and supplier audits
  • This position is primarily on-site
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree focused in either Mechanical, Chemical, Metallurgy, Materials or Aerospace Engineering
  • Minimum of 5 years aerospace experience. Ideally 10+ years in aerospace.
  • Strong knowledge of industry specifications for materials, processes, testing and quality
  • Experience writing specifications, generating test plans, overseeing and executing testing and writing test reports
  • Strong problem solving skills and outside the box thinker
  • Enjoys coaching and teaching and has solid collaborative skills
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with both internal & external customers
  • High energy, self-motived, organized and detail-oriented
  • Proficient at learning new tools and new software
  • A passion for all that is aerospace
  • Knowledge of electrical systems is an asset
  • Experience with composites, batteries and/or motors is desirable
  • Experience in product development and supporting certification is an asset
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
  • This position requires a mix of office-based work and time spent in lab, hangar, or manufacturing environments. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
  • Ability to walk, stand, and move through production, test, or hangar areas as needed
  • Occasional lifting of equipment or materials up to 25 pounds
  • May require use of personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated areas
  • Occasional travel to suppliers, test sites, or partner facilities may be required
  • Exposure to typical aerospace prototyping environments including noise, tools, and test equipment

 

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

$100,000 - $140,000 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.

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