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    Beta

    Aviation & Aerospace

    Propulsion Certification Engineer | Certification

    South Burlington, United StatesOn-SiteFull-time5+ yrs experience$100k – $145k / yearPosted 3mo ago
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    Job description

    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 designs and manufactures electric aircraft and the electric engines that propel them.  We are looking for a highly motivated engineer with passion for the technology and deep experience in aerospace certification to join our team to work with fellow engineers and regulators to plan, build, and manage the certification process for electric propulsion systems.
    How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:
    • Work with regulatory agencies to define safety and certification standards for novel propulsion systems and working within BETA and BETA’s supply chain to efficiently execute the necessary certification activities
    • Be part of a collaborative environment with a team of fellow certification engineers, FAA designees (DERs and DARs), systems engineers, and other design engineers providing critical design feedback as relates to safety and certification concerns
    • Lead certification of electric propulsion systems from certification basis development, through compliance planning and certification testing while contributing as a team member to plan, build, and manage the certification artifacts and timeline
    • Interaction with the FAA and foreign regulators using excellent communication and diplomacy skills
    Minimum Qualifications:
    • Familiar with: Google G-Suite including Drive, Mail, Calendar, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Charts, Hangouts; Slack, Ansys, MS Visio, KiCAD, Solid Modeling (On-Shape, Solidworks, Catia, etc)
    • Expert in: Type Certification Program Planning, FAA Order 8110.4C, 14 CFR Part 21, propulsion systems, communicating with authorities and negotiating with different stakeholders
    Above and Beyond Qualifications that will distinguish you:
    • This role will be focused on certification of propulsion systems and experience with Part 33 is highly desirable, candidates with experience pertaining to 14 CFR Part 21, 23, 27, 33, 35, and/or 36 aircraft regulation and means of compliance approaches who demonstrate versatility will also be considered
    • BS in a relevant engineering discipline and 5+ years certification experience working with the Federal Aviation Administration
    • Expert in: Application Life Cycle Management Software (DOORS, Polarion, JAMA, JIRA, etc), ARP4754A, ARP4761, DO-160, DO-178, MOC test generation and execution

    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—$145,000 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.

    Job details are sourced from the employer's original posting.

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    About the company

    Beta

    BETA Technologies is creating an electric transportation ecosystem that's safe, reliable and sustainable. A relentlessly focused team is building an extensive charging infrastructure and ALIA, the world's most technologically advanced electric vertical aircraft (EVA). BETA's platform and products are strikingly simple. Prioritization of safety and a pragmatic approach to certification drive elegant redundancy, appropriate diversity of implementation and simplicity of control. ALIA's fixed-pitch propellers and centrally located batteries make it an inherently stable aircraft that is safe to fly and easy to maneuver.

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    Industry
    Aviation & Aerospace
    Founded
    2017
    Open roles
    149

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