Program Quality Engineer | Quality

BETA Technologies, Inc.; Burlington, Northern (VT, KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Flight lessons

Onsite healthcare in Vermont

Daily lunch

Disability insurance

Job summary

BETA Technologies, Inc. in Burlington, Vermont, seeks a results-driven Continuous Improvement professional to lead cross-functional quality and manufacturing initiatives. You will drive APQP/PFMEA, lead Kaizen events, and embed QMS processes to reduce variation and improve compliance.

With 3+ years in manufacturing quality and a Lean/Six Sigma mindset, you will influence teams, read GD&T, and collaborate across Design, Production, and Quality to lift performance and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or related technical field.
• 3+ years in a manufacturing quality role with continuous improvement projects.
• Proficiency in structured root cause analysis methods (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone).
• Working knowledge of AS9100D and 14 CFR Part 21 requirements.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, GD&T, and inspection data.
• Self-starter with strong leadership and emotional intelligence.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional continuous improvement projects for process efficiency and standardization.
• Lead Kaizen, Process Mapping, Value Stream Mapping, and 5S initiatives.
• Perform process walks and operator observations to reduce variation.
• Drive APQP initiatives (PFMEA, control plans, SPC) upstream in design.
• Validate improvements and transfer learnings across programs.
• Identify reusable improvements across similar processes and assemblies.
• Develop and maintain a visible quality metrics dashboard linked to goals.
• Recommend updates to QMS procedures and work instructions.

Skills

Continuous improvement

Root cause analysis

APQP / PFMEA

AS9100D / 14 CFR Part 21

GD&T interpretation

Leadership / influence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or related technical field

Tools

QMS systems

Data analysis tools

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.

Lead cross functional continuous improvement projects tofacilitateefficientprocesses andmanufacturingflowwith a focus on compliance.Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, DesignEngineering, Production Engineering, Production Technicians and Quality to define processes and improvement opportunities. Efforts will primarily be focused on continuous improvement but may also incorporate corrective and preventive action projects.

How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:

• LeadContinuous improvementteams to driveprocess improvementscreatingefficiencyand standardization in support of company goals.
• Lead continuous improvement events such as Kaizen, Process Mapping, Value Stream Mapping, RRCA, 5S, StandardWork.
• Perform process walks, operator observations, and lead MFG team discussions to drive process enhancements to reduce variation.
• Lead/Drive Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) initiatives (PFMEA, control Plans, SPC, etc.) to drive quality upstream into the design process.
• Perform verification and validation of improvements to understand effectiveness.
• Identify opportunities for improvements to be leveraged across similar process/assemblies as well as other programs.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement through training and other communication methods.
• Build andmaintaina visible quality metrics dashboard that connectscontinuous improvement to company goals.
• Recommend and support updates to QMS procedures, work instructions, and forms whenprojectsreveal process gaps or documentation deficiencies

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or related technical field — or equivalent demonstrated competence
• 3+ years in a manufacturing quality role, with direct hands-on experience running continuous improvement projects/events through to verified closure
• Proficiencyin structured root cause analysis methods (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone, DIVE, or equivalent), APQP, PFMEA
• Working knowledge ofAS9100Dand14 CFR Part 21requirements
• Ability to read engineering drawings, GD&T, and interpret inspection data
• Motivatedself starterwith exceptional ability for indirect influence and teamleadershipwith a high degree of emotionalintelligenceand ability tomodifymethods foraudience.

Above and Beyond Qualifications:

• Lean / Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
• Aerospace or defense manufacturing background
• Experience with lean manufacturing, factory floor layout,kanbans, inventorymanagement, visual factory

Compensation

$120,000 — $150,000 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.

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