Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

RSUs

PSUs

Onsite healthcare

Lunch provided

Flight lessons

Parental leave

Job summary

BETA Technologies is seeking a senior quality leader to drive continuous improvement across manufacturing, ensuring upstream quality and standardized processes. You will lead cross‑functional teams, conduct root‑cause analyses, and guide APQP initiatives to reduce variation.

The role requires 8+ years in manufacturing quality, strong metrics, and experience with Lean Six Sigma principles. Expected to shape QMS procedures and provide training to the workforce in Vermont.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related technical field, or equivalent competence.
• 8+ years in a manufacturing quality role with continuous improvement projects/events.
• Proficiency in structured root‑cause analysis methods (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone, DIVE, or equivalent), APQP, PFMEA.
• Working knowledge of AS9100D and 14 CFR Part 21 requirements.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, GD&T, and interpret inspection data.
• Motivated self‑starter with indirect influence and team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross‑functional teams to drive process improvements and standardization for company goals.
• Facilitate continuous improvement events such as Kaizen and Value Stream Mapping.
• Drive process walks and operator observations to reduce variation.
• Lead APQP initiatives (PFMEA, control plans, SPC) to upstream quality into design.
• Verify and validate improvements to understand effectiveness.
• Identify opportunities for cross‑site improvements.
• Develop a BETA continuous improvement program and drive a culture of ongoing improvements through training and communication.
• Build and maintain a visible quality metrics dashboard aligned with company goals.
• Recommend updates to QMS procedures, work instructions, and forms to close documentation gaps.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Root-cause analysis

APQP

PFMEA

Process improvement

GD&T

AS9100D

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related field

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:

• Use indirect influence to assemble and lead cross‑functional teams to drive process improvements, creating efficiency and standardization in support of company goals
• Facilitate continuous improvement events such as Kaizen, Process Mapping, Value Stream Mapping, RRCA, 5S, Standard Work
• 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 BETA
• Assist in developing a BETA continuous improvement program and drive a culture of continuous improvement through training and other communication methods
• Build and maintain a visible quality metrics dashboard that connects continuous improvement to company goals
• Recommend and support updates to QMS procedures, work instructions, and forms when projects reveal process gaps or documentation deficiencies

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, or related technical field — or equivalent demonstrated competence
• 8+ years in a manufacturing quality role, with direct hands‑on experience running continuous improvement projects/events through to verified closure
• Proficiency in structured root‑cause analysis methods (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone, DIVE, or equivalent), APQP, PFMEA
• Working knowledge of AS9100D and 14 CFR Part 21 requirements
• Ability to read engineering drawings, GD&T, and interpret inspection data
• Motivated self‑starter with exceptional ability for indirect influence and team leadership with a high degree of emotional intelligence and ability to modify methods for audience

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, inventory management, 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 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.