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Aircraft Development Engineer, Advanced Concepts

BETA Technologies · Plattsburgh, New York, United States; Raleigh, North Carolina, United States; South Burlington, Vermont, United States · On-site

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About BETA Technologies

BETA Technologies is creating an electric transportation ecosystem that’s safe, reliable and sustainable. Backed by Vermont Center for Emerging Technologies (VCET).

About the role

As an Aircraft Development Engineer on the Advanced Systems team, you will drive the cross-functional development workflow for new aircraft concepts. You will coordinate multidisciplinary trades, maintain integrated development artifacts, identify and retire technical risks, and assemble engineering evidence to support timely program decisions. You will need to understand the aircraft at an architecture level to support the effective design and optimization of next-generation electric aircraft. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems, or Electrical Engineering, or a related field
  • 5+ years of aircraft, aerospace, or complex product-development experience
  • Experience integrating multiple engineering disciplines on a hardware product
  • Working knowledge of aircraft configuration, systems, structures, propulsion integration, manufacturing, or test
  • Experience preparing and presenting trade studies, technical reviews, or decision-support materials
  • Ability to structure ambiguous technical work into clear actions, decisions, and artifacts
More about this role

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.

As an Aircraft Development Engineer on the Advanced Systems team, you will drive the cross-functional development workflow for new aircraft concepts. You will coordinate multidisciplinary trades, maintain integrated development artifacts, identify and retire technical risks, and assemble engineering evidence to support timely program decisions. You will need to understand the aircraft at an architecture level to support the effective design and optimization of next-generation electric aircraft. This position will be based onsite at our South Burlington, VT office location, our Raleigh, NC office. Remote candidates may be considered for a hybrid role, with monthly visits to South Burlington, VT for in person work.

  • Drive the integrated workflow for aircraft concept development and technical review
  • Coordinate...

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