BETA TECHNOLOGIES · 5 months ago
Senior Manufacturing Engineer – Product Launch & Scalability | Manufacturing
South Burlington, VT
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$100K/yr - $130K/yr
7+ years expBETA Technologies is committed to revolutionizing electric aviation through innovative manufacturing practices. They are seeking a high-impact Senior Manufacturing Engineer to drive strategic process innovations and ensure scalable production of electric aircraft. This role involves modeling workflows, leading cross-functional initiatives, and implementing advanced manufacturing technologies to enhance efficiency and compliance with industry standards.
AerospaceAir TransportationBatteryMachinery ManufacturingManufacturing
Responsibilities
Model and analyze production workflows to identify constraints and design scalable solutions
Develop and implement long-term strategies to improve cycle time, labor efficiency, and cost
Lead cross-functional initiatives to align engineering, operations, and supply chain teams on strategic objectives
Drive implementation of advanced manufacturing tooling and technologies, including robotics, automation, and digital production systems
Optimize material flow, supply chain logistics, and kitting to reduce waste and improve throughput
Evaluate vertical integration vs. outsourcing for maximum efficiency
Partner with design and NPI teams to ensure products are engineered for manufacturability (DFM)
Optimize inspection, quality, and test processes while maintaining regulatory compliance
Establish data-driven KPIs and predictive models to guide production scalability efforts
Ensure all manufacturing improvements support FAA Part 21 production requirements and Part 23 certification
Lead cross-functional initiatives to align teams on operational improvements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Aerospace or other Engineering degree with manufacturing focus from an accredited University
7+ years of experience in advanced manufacturing, aerospace production, or process optimization
Strategic thinker, balancing near-term execution with long-term scalability
Innovative problem solver, constantly pushing the boundaries of manufacturing efficiency
Data-driven problem solver, using modeling and analysis to drive decision-making
Collaborative leader, working across functions to drive alignment and execution
Proactive and forward-thinking, anticipating future challenges and solutions
Knowledge of manufacturing process development for composites and aerospace grade metallics, including bonding, drilling and fastening
Experience in process modeling, simulation, and data analysis to optimize production
Experience in scaling production environments and implementing automation strategies
Understanding of supply chain, receiving, kitting, inspection, and logistics in manufacturing
Knowledge of FAA Part 21 production requirements and aerospace quality standards
Proven ability to drive large-scale efficiency improvements and cost reduction initiatives
Proficiency in process modeling, manufacturing software, and data analysis tools
Preferred
Prior experience in an EVTOL, aerospace, or electric aircraft startup environment
Experience with advanced manufacturing techniques, automation, and Industry 4.0 technologies
Familiarity with software tools such as Catia, Solidworks, Delmia, Minitab, JMP, SolidWorks, and ERP/MES systems
Experience with FAA conformity, AS9100, and regulatory compliance in an aerospace manufacturing environment
Proficiency in statistical process control (SPC), measurement systems analysis (MSA), and root cause analysis (RCA)
Company
BETA TECHNOLOGIES
Beta Technologies builds electric VTOL and CTOL aircraft, charging systems, and training programs focused on operational simplicity.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.98BKey Investors
GE AerospaceState of MichiganQatar Investment Authority
2025-11-04IPO
2025-09-04Series C· $467.9M
2025-08-28Grant· $2.6M
Leadership Team
Blain Newton
Chief Information Officer
Kyle Clark
Team Member
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