Beta Technologies

Propulsion Certification Engineer | Certification

Beta Technologies$100K — $145K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Proficient in Google G-Suite, Slack, Ansys, MS Visio, KiCAD, and Solid Modeling software (On-Shape, Solidworks, Catia)
  • Experienced in Type Certification Program Planning and FAA regulations
  • Effective communicator with strong negotiation skills with regulatory agencies
  • Versatile background with Part 21, 23, 27, 33, 35, and/or 36 aircraft regulations is preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline and 5+ years of certification experience with the FAA
  • Knowledgeable in application life cycle management tools such as DOORS and JIRA
  • Expert in safety standards like ARP4754A, ARP4761, DO-160, and DO-178.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with regulatory agencies to establish safety and certification standards for innovative propulsion systems.
  • Execute certification activities efficiently across BETA and its supply chain.
  • Lead the certification process for electric propulsion systems from development to testing.
  • Provide design feedback on safety and certification to engineering teams.
  • Engage with FAA and international regulators using effective communication skills.
  • Manage the timeline and certification artifacts in collaboration with fellow engineers.
  • Facilitate team collaboration, ensuring all regulatory concerns are addressed.

Benefits

  • Competitive Total Compensation package including stock options
  • Access to onsite healthcare in Vermont
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Paid parental leave
  • Complimentary daily lunches
  • Opportunities for flight lessons
  • A workplace culture that promotes growth and collaboration.
Full Job Description
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.

About Beta Technologies

Beta Technologies, is a Burlington, Vermont-based aerospace manufacturer developing electric vertical take off and landing aircraft for the cargo and logistics industry. The company has also developed a network of specially designed charging infrastructure to support their aircraft. The company was founded by Kyle Clark in 2017.
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