Lead Electrical Engineer | Low Voltage System

BETA Technologies; South Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Onsite healthcare

Daily lunch provided

Flight lessons

Job summary

BETA Technologies in South Burlington, Vermont, is seeking a lead electrical systems designer to contribute to the revolution of electric aviation. This position involves designing, integrating, and certifying low voltage electrical systems while managing a small engineering team.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of aircraft electrical design experience and proven leadership skills. BETA offers a competitive compensation package, including stock options and comprehensive healthcare.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience designing electrical systems for aircraft.
• 2+ years of engineering leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of ARP4754A development process, MIL-STD-704, and DO-160.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, integration, and certification of electrical systems.
• Manage a small engineering team with direct reports.
• Support system verification and aircraft integration.

Skills

Electrical systems design

Leadership

DC/DC converters

Circuit protection

Communications skills

Tools

Polarion

DOORS

CATIA

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.

How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:

• Lead the design, integration, and certification of low voltage electrical systems
• Develop electrical architecture, detailed component electrical and mechanical design, load analyses, and circuit protection schemes
• Own electrical system design releases in CATIA / 3DEXPERIENCE
• Manage suppliers for key low voltage components and drive qualification activities
• Drive ARP4754A development processes and certification activities
• Lead requirements verification activities in coordination with adjacent systems and test teams
• Support system verification, aircraft integration, and flight test activities
• Partner with Systems Engineering to deliver certification artifacts and documentation
• Collaborate with Avionics, Flight Controls, High Voltage, and Manufacturing teams
• Manage a small engineering team with direct reports

Minimum Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience designing electrical systems for aircraft
• 2+ years of engineering leadership experience
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams and manage engineering deliverables
• Strong understanding of 28 VDC power distribution, DC/DC converters, circuit protection, and battery systems
• Working knowledge of ARP4754A development process, MIL-STD-704, and DO-160
• Experience with requirements management tools (Polarion, DOORS, or similar)
• Strong communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills

Above and Beyond Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience designing electrical systems for aircraft
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams and manage engineering deliverables
• Strong understanding of 28 VDC power distribution, DC/DC converters, circuit protection, and battery systems
• Working knowledge of ARP4754A development process, MIL-STD-704, and DO-160
• Experience with requirements management tools (Polarion, DOORS, or similar)
• Strong communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Work location is on‑site in South Burlington, Vermont
• This position will include occasional work around aircraft and the production line to support integration, troubleshooting, testing, and design validation.

Build electric airplanes with us!

We encourage all driven candidates to apply, even if they do not meet every listed qualification.

Benefits:

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

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.

Background Check:

Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. BETA Technologies participates in E-Verify.