Manufacturing Technician – Final Assembly Line

BETA Technologies; South Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flight lessons

Onsite healthcare in Vermont

Stock units (RSU/PSU)

Daily lunch provided

Paid parental leave

Job summary

BETA Technologies is seeking a Manufacturing Technician for the Final Assembly Line in Vermont. You will perform hands-on installation of aircraft systems, maintain process documentation, and help drive improvements in quality and throughput across the final assembly line.

You will engage in in-process QC, troubleshoot deviations, and maintain maintenance logs while adhering to safety protocols. Prior aircraft maintenance/assembly experience and a two-year technical degree are preferred.

Qualifications

• Two-year degree preferred.
• Ability to assist in problem analysis and independent decision making.
• Ability to safely operate hand and power tools.
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and schematics of battery/electronic components.
• High Voltage assembly experience preferred, especially related to DC energy storage systems.
• Previous aircraft maintenance/assembly experience.
• Good team communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on installation and testing of aircraft systems.
• Develop and maintain understanding of manufacturing processes as the key process owner.
• Perform in-process quality control inspections and raise concerns about deviations.
• Maintain documentation for assembly processes and process data.
• Inspect, clean, and service manufacturing equipment; perform preventative maintenance.
• Maintain maintenance logs for machines, tools, and jigs.
• Provide regular productivity and incident reports as needed.
• Adhere to safety requirements and use mandated safety equipment.

Skills

Problem analysis

Independent decision making

Tool operation

Read drawings/schematics

High voltage assembly

Aircraft maintenance/assembly

Team communication

Education

Two-year degree from an accredited technical school

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Manufacturing Technician – Final Assembly Line

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.

The Manufacturing Technician is responsible for the installation of systems such as the cabin wall liners, center monuments, landing gear, wiring harnesses and more. You will perform daily hands‑on production assembly tasks while also devoting time to refining manufacturing process layouts, continuously improving quality and throughput to align with high level business goals. You will work closely with your peers to thread design changes from ongoing product development efforts seamlessly into existing build processes. You will be challenged every day and probably have a lot of fun.

How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:

• Hands‑on installation and in some cases test of a variety aircraft systems
• Developing and maintaining a deep understanding of the manufacturing processes as the key process owner.
• Performing in-process quality control inspection tasks, feeling comfortable identifying and raising concern about process deviations and being an integral part of any troubleshooting efforts to solve them.
• Maintaining accurate and clear manufacturing documentation in compliance with both internal and external quality systems or regulations. Documentation to include up‑to‑date assembly process documentation as well as process data (fastener torque, electrical checks, etc.). The candidate should have a drive for organization such that build processes and manufacturing data can easily be audited.
• Performing regular inspection, cleaning, and servicing on manufacturing equipment along with routine and preventative maintenance to keep operations running flawlessly.
• Maintaining maintenance logs for all machines, tools, and jigs in SubCell.
• Providing regular productivity reports, and incident reports as needed.
• Using all mandated safety equipment and complies with all safety requirements in accordance with company and government regulations and guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two-year degree from an accredited technical school preferred
• Ability to assist in problem analysis and independent decision making
• Ability to safely operate hand and power tools
• Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and schematics of battery/electronic components
• High Voltage assembly experience preferred, especially related to DC energy storage systems.
• Previous aircraft maintenance/assembly experience
• Good team communication skills required
• Microsoft Suite including Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, Powerpoint

Above and Beyond Qualifications:

• 5+ years in A&P role with avionics troubleshooting/install experience

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Ability to lift 25 lbs
• Able to be on feet for 8 hrs per day as required
• Ability to fasten and unfasten seatbelts valuable

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

$26 - $37 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.