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 Test Engineering Technician is responsible for helping us achieve streamlined, high throughput test capability at our state-of-the-art test facility in St. Albans, VT. As a Test Engineering Technician on the Battery team at Beta Technologies, you will use your hands-on technical aptitude to set up, execute, clean up, and document a variety of aerospace environmental tests on anything from flight control computers to high-voltage battery packs. Test categories span a variety of areas, such as shock and vibration, thermal, humidity, altitude, or electromagnetic interference. Test Engineering Technician duties include not just the setup and testing of aircraft assemblies or components, but also the routine maintenance and troubleshooting of test equipment. An ideal candidate has great attention to detail when following a defined test plan, but also a good dose of creativity when working with the team on how to execute new and interesting development tests and the drive and motivation to see things through to completion no matter the challenge.

How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:

Assemble test fixtures, including both mechanical assembly and wiring/electrical assembly.
Maintain and improve test equipment for both internally developed and externally purchased tools.
Contribute to and carefully follow test procedures, ensuring completeness and accuracy every step of the way.
Clean up all tests and test equipment after test completion and document any findings with rigor.
Look out for your teammates and maintain a safe, positive and efficient work environment
Use all mandated safety equipment and comply with all safety requirements in accordance with company and government regulations and guidelines
Perform other work-related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Two-year engineering degree or certificate from an accredited two (2) year college, university, or technical school or minimum 2 years work experience in a related technical field
Passionate about continuous improvement and driven to continually learn, develop, and adapt
Ability to assist in problem analysis and independent decision-making
Ability to operate hand and power tools
Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and schematics of electronic components
Good team communication skills required
Knowledge of Microsoft Applications share point, outlook, word, excel, PowerPoint ; Slack, application lifecycle

Above and Beyond Qualifications:

Computer Aided Design (CAD) experience
Python or similar programming experience
Battery cell or high voltage DC electrical system experience
Knowledge of DO-160
Aerospace design verification experience, especially compliance test experience

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Ability to ascend and descend ladders and/or stairs
Ability to position self for inspection including confined, elevated and loud noise spaces
Ability to position self to move and/or transfer materials, equipment and/or supplies
Ability to use tools, equipment, and technology necessary to do the job. This includes dexterity in instrument manipulation
Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and may involve long portions of time on feet

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

$28—$34 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 qual

ification. 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.

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