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Manufacturing Technician, Harness

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 seeking a Harness/Avionics Technician to join our team. As a Harness/Avionics technician, you will be an integral part of certified aircraft development and production. Aircraft electrical wiring is a critical system and vital to the success of the business. This role will be heavily focused on wiring, bundling, assembling connectors, and testing. This role will also include support for the various research and development efforts of Beta Technologies in motors, inverters, batteries, flight controls, etc.

How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:

  • Build cool things! We are all passionate makers and builders
  • Interpret, understand, and occasionally generate, drawings, schematics, and wire lists
  • Oversee buildup, repair, and modification of aircraft wiring harnesses for certification and research
  • Cut, strip, shield, electrical wiring
  • Crimp contacts and splices, populate connectors, assemble and develop connector constructions
  • Advise engineering for manufacturability/maintainability
  • Assist engineering with tooling and best practices

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Associate degree in electrical engineering technology/similar or equivalent civilian or military workexperience. We are willing to look outside the box for the right candidate.
  • Experience building wiring harnesses (aircraft harnesses preferred)
  • Demonstrated ability to operate lab equipment including low and high-voltage power supplies, multimeters, soldering irons, heat guns, crimping tools, etc.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills (and be a fun person to work with!)
  • Slack, Microsoft office, Excel
  • 2+ years of work experience in electronics manufacturing, wire harnessing, etc.
  • Experience with aircraft-certified designs which may include: AS50881, IPC 620, AC43
  • Attention to detail and good dexterity with a multitude of hand tools

Physical Demands & 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

$28 - $33 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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