BETA Technologies
Product Quality Engineer Area Lead - Flight Test, Quality
South Burlington, Vermont, United States · Senior · Contract
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Sponsors, but it's cap-subject — you still face the weighted lottery (~45% per draw at Level III). Good if you win; have a cap-exempt backup on your list.
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$7,013 more — $122,013 — moves this role to Level IV and 4 lottery entries. That figure is inside the range the employer already advertised.
Based on the DOL prevailing wage for this occupation and worksite, a base salary of $122,013 would place this position at wage Level IV. That figure is within the posted range, and I'd like to target it. This role classifies under "Industrial Engineers" for prevailing-wage purposes.
DOL prevailing wage, 2026-27 wage year · Industrial Engineers (17-2112) · Burlington-South Burlington, VT. Wage level is derived by USCIS from the offered wage, occupation and worksite; the occupation shown is inferred from the job title.
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About the role
- 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 ideal candidate has experience in aerospace or high-reliability industries, strong problem-solving skills, and a passion for advancing clean aviation technology.
- Physical Demands and Work Environment: - This position requires a mix of office-based work and time spent in lab, hangar, or manufacturing environments.
Responsibilities
- Build electric airplanes with us!
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related field or relevant applicable experience.
- 5+ years of experience in aerospace, aviation, or high-reliability manufacturing environments, preferably in the aviation or defense industries.
- Experience leading a group of people in a rigorous quality environment.
- Proven experience in program-level quality engineering, risk management, and CAPA processes.
- Strong knowledge of quality tools and methodologies (e.g., FMEA, 8D, root cause analysis, SPC).
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, innovative, and evolving environment.
- Masters degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related field or relevant applicable experience.
- Occasional travel to suppliers, test sites, or partner facilities may be required
- Airframe and Powerplant Certificate.
- Inspection Authorization.
- Qualification as an FAA DAR-F
- Experience within an aircraft flight test organization.
- Experience with composite materials, electric propulsion systems, battery technology, or aviation sub-systems.
- Familiarity with aviation standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., AS9100, FAA/EASA guidelines).
- Six Sigma or Lean certification.
- Familiarity with design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for reliability (DFR) principles.
- 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
Skills
- Ensure compliance with aviation regulatory standards (e.g., FAA, EASA) and industry best practices.
- Participate in aircraft flight test maintenance activities, validation, and verification to confirm conformance to requirements.
- Provide training and guidance on quality standards, tools, and methodologies.
- Exposure to typical aerospace prototyping environments including noise, tools, and test equipment.
Compensation
- $115,000 - $135,000 USD
- BETA offers a competitive Total Compensation package designed to support you now and as you grow with us.
Benefits
- This role includes both Restricted Stock Units and Performance Stock Units for all full-time team members, so everyone shares in our success.
- 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.
- You'll have access to onsite healthcare in Vermont, comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision, short- and long-term disability, and paid parental leave.
Company info
- At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation.
Equal opportunity
- We are an equal opportunity employer.
Visa & Work Authorization
- enced 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 pr
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