Materials and Processes Composites Engineer
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 Composites Engineer (M&P) to join the team developing and manufacturing vertical takeoff, electric aircraft (eVTOL). This role is specific to supporting composite development and fabrication. The ideal candidate is someone who has M&P experience in aerospace composites, 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. Experience in a clean room and lab environment are important to this position, and you’ll be expected to be present in the composites facilities to support production, as well as the lab. 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 composite aircraft components
Collaborate with suppliers for materials, components, equipment, etc.
Develop new processes and test new materials
Work with manufacturing teams to optimize manufacturability of composite parts, 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
Minimum Qualifications:
At least a Bachelor’s degree focused in either Mechanical, Chemical, Metallurgy, Materials or Aerospace Engineering
Minimum of 5 years aerospace experience in composite materials. Ideally 10+ years
Experience auditing and suppliers and internal facilities
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
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.