Process Development Engineer, Manufacturing Engineering

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 Advanced Manufacturing Process Engineer is responsible for driving the development of innovative equipment, and processes for the manufacture of our eVTOL and eCTOL products.

You will be expected to leverage your past industry experience, innate curiosity, and supplement with new knowledge gained through research and experimentation as you design, build, and validate novel manufacturing processes.

You will be challenged every day and probably have a lot of fun.

How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:

• Stay up to date on the art of what's possible in the industry. Be on the forefront of manufacturing R&D
• Rethink manufacturing processes to enable optimization with improved tooling/equipment
• Work with the product design and materials and processes teams to concurrently develop novel manufacturing processes
• Lead process ideation, creation and development efforts
• Prototype and test novel manufacturing processes
• Optimize inspection, quality, and test processes while maintaining regulatory compliance
• Support commissioning and validation of tooling and equipment
• Fabricate and modify parts as needed, including tasks such as machining and welding
• Develop maintenance and troubleshooting documentation including qualification and calibration procedures

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Aerospace or other Engineering degree with manufacturing focus from an accredited University
• Minimum 3 years experience in manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software (Solidworks or Catia preferred)
• Experience developing advanced manufacturing processes e.g. additive manufacturing, automation, vision systems, laser welding
• Self-starter that is well organized, disciplined, team player, and communication skills required
• Innate curiosity for the cutting edge of manufacturing technologies

Above and Beyond Qualifications:

• Experience with manufacturing tooling design
• Experience with designing and implementing industrial automation solutions
• Understanding of material properties and their appropriate application
• Proficiency with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, particular experience with ASME Y-14.5 preferred

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Must be able to be active on their feet for a full 8-hour shift
• Able to lift 25lbs
• Able to be in front of a computer for at least several hours

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

$90,000—$120,000 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.