Program Quality Engineer | Quality

Beta-Technologies; South Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RSUs

Flight lessons

Onsite healthcare in Vermont

Daily lunch

Parental leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

BETA Technologies is seeking a Manufacturing Quality professional to lead cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives in Vermont. You will partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Design Engineering, Production Engineering, and Quality to define processes and drive efficiency.

The role emphasizes upstream quality, APQP, PFMEA, and PFMEA-driven design support, with a focus on reducing variation and sustaining improvements across programs. Onsite work in Vermont is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years in a manufacturing quality role with continuous improvement projects.
• Proficient in root cause analysis methods (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone) and APQP/PFMEA.
• Working knowledge of AS9100D and 14 CFR Part 21 requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional continuous improvement projects to improve processes and manufacturing flow.
• Drive Kaizen, Process Mapping, Value Stream Mapping and 5S events.
• Lead APQP initiatives and ensure quality upstream in design processes.
• Perform verification to measure improvement effectiveness and reduce variation.
• Maintain visible quality metrics linked to company goals.
• Update QMS procedures and work instructions as gaps are identified.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Continuous improvement

Process mapping

Quality engineering

Leadership

GD&T reading

APQP

PFMEA

AS9100D

14 CFR Part 21

Education

Bachelor's degree in 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.

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

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

$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.