Advanced Manufacturing & Process Engineer | Manufacturing Engineering

BETA Technologies•South Burlington, VT

3d•$100,000 - $150,000

About The Position

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. Working closely with design and tooling teams, you will provide critical manufacturability feedback during design reviews and lead efforts in automation integration and rapid prototyping. As a mentor and collaborator, you will help elevate the capabilities of our manufacturing team and support the growth of Beta Technologies. Join Beta Technologies as an Advanced Manufacturing and Process Engineer and play a pivotal role in enhancing our manufacturing capabilities while bringing breakthrough aerospace technologies to life. How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation: Function as R&D process development lead, supporting rapid prototyping, proof of concept, and pilot manufacturing runs to accelerate innovation. Apply Design For Manufacture (DFM) principles to redesign parts and assemblies for improved manufacturability and cost efficiency. Assess product readiness for manufacturing and establish early plans for transition to production Reengineer manufacturing processes, tooling, and equipment to increase production capacity and quality. Collaborate cross-functionally with design, tooling, and engineering teams to provide process and manufacturability feedback during product development. Integrate automation and advanced manufacturing technologies to optimize throughput and operational efficiency. Develop and maintain manufacturing process documentation including BOMs, process flows, and work instructions. Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective actions to improve yield and reduce defects. Mentor and guide manufacturing engineers, fostering technical growth and continuous improvement. Coordinate with suppliers and contract manufacturers to ensure timely delivery and quality compliance. Support the scaling of innovative aerospace manufacturing processes across multi-site operations.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in engineering and manufacturing roles in aerospace, automotive, or advanced manufacturing
Strong expertise in Design For Manufacture (DFM) and concurrent engineering principles for complex parts and assemblies.
Proven experience redesigning engineered components and processes to improve manufacturability and production scalability.
Experience working cross-functionally with design and tooling teams to provide manufacturability and process feedback during design and development reviews.
Hands-on knowledge of advanced manufacturing methods, including CNC machining, additive manufacturing (3D printing), molding, casting, welding (MIG, TIG, laser), laser cutting, and water jet cutting.
Skilled at reengineering manufacturing processes, tooling, and equipment, with an emphasis on automation integration to increase manufacturing capacity.
Proficiency in 3D CAD tools such as Catia, SolidWorks, or equivalent design and prototyping support.
Familiarity with CAM software and digital collaboration platforms.
Ability to manage production documentation, work with suppliers and contract manufacturers, and ensure quality standards.
Leadership and mentoring ability to support and develop manufacturing engineers within the team and across the organization.
Excellent collaboration skills, capable of working effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

Nice To Haves

Experience in aerospace or advanced technology manufacturing sectors.
Strong understanding of materials science, mechanical systems, and precision manufacturing processes.
Background in rapid prototyping, proof of concept development, and scaling novel technologies.
Familiarity with automation systems, robotics, and manufacturing process controls.
Experience supporting multi-site and international manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

Function as R&D process development lead, supporting rapid prototyping, proof of concept, and pilot manufacturing runs to accelerate innovation.
Apply Design For Manufacture (DFM) principles to redesign parts and assemblies for improved manufacturability and cost efficiency.
Assess product readiness for manufacturing and establish early plans for transition to production
Reengineer manufacturing processes, tooling, and equipment to increase production capacity and quality.
Collaborate cross-functionally with design, tooling, and engineering teams to provide process and manufacturability feedback during product development.
Integrate automation and advanced manufacturing technologies to optimize throughput and operational efficiency.
Develop and maintain manufacturing process documentation including BOMs, process flows, and work instructions.
Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective actions to improve yield and reduce defects.
Mentor and guide manufacturing engineers, fostering technical growth and continuous improvement.
Coordinate with suppliers and contract manufacturers to ensure timely delivery and quality compliance.
Support the scaling of innovative aerospace manufacturing processes across multi-site operations.