Manufacturing Automation Engineer | Business Processes

BETA Technologies•South Burlington, VT

1d•$80,000 - $110,000•Onsite

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. Join Beta's Business Processes team as a Manufacturing Automation Engineer where you'll develop cutting-edge automation and integration solutions that directly accelerate our path to sustainable aviation. Working primarily in Python, you'll transform how we manufacture aircraft and components by building tools that make our operations smarter, faster, and more efficient. You'll embed with different operational teams for focused sprints while simultaneously handling quick-turn requests from across the company. This role demands someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, balancing multiple priorities while maintaining meticulous attention to detail, translating complex manufacturing challenges into elegant software solutions that help us move mass and build the future of flight.

Requirements

3+ years of professional software development experience
Demonstrated experience with complex software stacks
Proven track record of building system integrations and working with APIs
Experience with relational databases and SQL, with the ability to design efficient schemas and optimize queries
Exceptional ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and context-switch effectively without losing momentum
Strong analytical skills with the ability to distinguish critical needs from nice-to-haves and prioritize accordingly
Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Self-directed problem solver who can deliver results in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment
Experience with version control systems (Git) and modern development workflows (CI/CD, code review)

Nice To Haves

Experience in manufacturing, aerospace, or other highly regulated industries with understanding of production workflows and constraints
Track record of successfully supporting multiple teams simultaneously while maintaining high-quality deliverables
Knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Plex) and manufacturing execution systems (MES)
Background in industrial engineering, process optimization, or lean manufacturing principles
Proficiency with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Understanding of PLM systems and CAD data management in manufacturing environments
Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new domains and become productive in unfamiliar technical environments
Pilot certificate or demonstrated passion for aviation and sustainable transportation

Responsibilities

Design and implement software solutions that dramatically reduce cycle times across manufacturing, supply chain, and quality operations, directly accelerating our ability to move mass
Build real-time data integrations between systems, creating visibility that enables our teams to make faster, more informed decisions about production priorities
Embed with operational teams to deeply understand their workflows, then develop software tools that eliminate bottlenecks and manual processes
Create intuitive interfaces that empower technicians, engineers, and operators to work more efficiently, reducing errors and improving quality across all production areas
Juggle multiple concurrent projects while responding to urgent automation needs that unblock critical path activities
Establish automated tracking and reporting systems that ensure every part and process meets our exacting standards while reducing manual overhead
Balance deep-dive project work with quick-turn automation requests, knowing when to build robust solutions versus rapid prototypes

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