MRB Liaison Engineer | Production Engineering

BETA Technologies; South Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

BETA Technologies in South Burlington, Vermont is seeking an MRB Liaison Engineer Specialist to evaluate and resolve engineering-related issues discovered during manufacturing. The ideal candidate will provide technical dispositions for nonconforming parts while collaborating across teams to ensure production flow.

This role requires a Bachelor’s in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Materials Engineering and 5+ years of experience. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $120,000 USD annually and an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related professional experience.
• Strong understanding of composite and metallic repair principles.
• Exposure to Digital Thread or Model-Based Definition environments.

Responsibilities

• Analyze nonconformances in structures and systems installations.
• Review engineering documentation to determine disposition.
• Collaborate with multiple engineering departments for complex deviations.

Skills

Aerospace MRB experience

3D CAD Software proficiency (Catia/Enovia preferred)

Strong understanding of aircraft structures

Excellent communication skills

Self-starter and motivated

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Materials Engineering

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.

The MRB Liaison Engineer Specialist evaluates and resolves a variety of engineering-related problems discovered during manufacturing and assembly, both internally and at suppliers. The successful candidate will provide a technical disposition for nonconforming parts and assemblies, ensuring compliance with type design, regulatory standards and airworthiness requirements. As a key element in the cross‑functional collaboration between design engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance and regulatory authorities, your role will be pivotal in maintaining the structural and functional integrity of our aircraft while supporting efficient production flow.

How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:

• Analyze nonconformances in metallic and composite structures, systems installations, motors, batteries, and mechanical assemblies identified on the production line
• Review engineering documentation and Nonconformance Reports to determine the engineering disposition
• Collaborate with Design, Stress, M&P, EMI and other engineering departments for complex or out-of-scope deviations requiring elevated approval
• Develop and validate standard repair procedures
• Represent MRB Engineering in Material Review Boards (MRBs) and ensure timely resolution of nonconformances to minimize production disruptions
• Provide technical consultation and drawing interpretation to all areas of the manufacturing facility and external vendors/suppliers
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action processes (e.g., RCCA, 8D) in collaboration with Quality and Production teams

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Materials Engineering
• 5+ years of related professional experience
• Aerospace MRB experience
• Strong understanding of aircraft structures and systems, design tolerances, composite and metallic repair principles
• Proficiency with 3D CAD Software (Catia/Enovia preferred)
• Excellent communication skills to interface with cross‑functional and multi‑disciplinary teams
• Self‑starter and motivation to see solutions executed to completion

Above and Beyond Qualifications:

• Exposure to Digital Thread or Model‑Based Definition (MBD) environments
• Experience with Stress Justification Reports or structural substantiation
• Experience with various manufacturing techniques and products

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Ability to ascend and descend ladders and/or stairs
• Ability to position self for inspection including confined, elevated, and loud noise spaces
• Ability to position self to move and/or transfer materials, equipment and/or supplies
• Ability to use tools, equipment, and technology necessary to do the job. This includes dexterity in instrument manipulation
• Medium work: may involve long portions of time on foot

Compensation: $100,000—$120,000 USD

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.