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Mechanical Design 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

The Mechanical Design Engineer will develop high-lift-device mechanisms and installations for an advanced narrowbody aircraft. The role will turn aerodynamic and system requirements into practical flap and slat hardware, kinematics, actuation interfaces, and configuration-controlled product definition. This position will be based onsite at our South Burlington, VT office location, our Raleigh, NC office. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

What they're looking for

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
  • Three or more years of aerospace mechanical design, mechanism design, actuation, or aircraft installation experience
  • Proficiency with CATIA, 3DEXPERIENCE, or a comparable CAD and drawing environment
  • Working knowledge of kinematics, bearings, joints, fasteners, tolerances, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, and mechanical load paths
  • Experience supporting hardware through design, build, fit check, and test
  • Must be a US Person to be considered for the role
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.

The Mechanical Design Engineer will develop high-lift-device mechanisms and installations for an advanced narrowbody aircraft. The role will turn aerodynamic and system requirements into practical flap and slat hardware, kinematics, actuation interfaces, and configuration-controlled product definition. 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.

  • Develop three-dimensional CAD, layouts, drawings, and interface definition for high-lift mechanisms, supports, tracks, hinges, linkages, actuation, sensors, and installation hardware
  • Build and evaluate kinematic and packaging models across the required operating envelope
  • Perform preliminary...

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