Senior Manufacturing Technician | Ground Support Equipment

BETA Technologies; South Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 48,216 - 61,992; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare access

Restricted and Performance Stock Units

Daily lunch provided

Flight lessons

Job summary

BETA Technologies in South Burlington is looking for a Ground Support Equipment Technician to help build and test innovative electric vehicle charging systems. The successful candidate will have over 5 years of electro-mechanical assembly experience and a passion for sustainability and aviation.

This position offers competitive pay between $35 and $45 per hour, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare, stock options, and more. BETA fosters a vibrant and inclusive culture where every team member can thrive.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in electro-mechanical assembly.
• Passion for aviation and sustainability.
• Strong critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and test electric vehicle charging systems.
• Identify and implement improvements in build processes.
• Support new product testing and development.

Skills

Electro‑mechanical assembly experience

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Ability to read electrical schematics

Education

High-school diploma or GED

A.A.S in electrical engineering or similar (preferred)

Tools

Electrical analysis equipment

Hand/power 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.

BETA is deploying a network of electric vehicle chargers and other charging support equipment at airports. Our Ground Support Equipment Technicians are responsible for building, testing, and supporting these products. We use a variety of electrical and mechanical methods to construct these high quality systems and need highly skilled and motivated technicians to build the future of electric aviation.

How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:

• Build, troubleshoot and test electric vehicle charging systems, debug malfunctioning electro‑mechanical assemblies
• Advance the team’s level of quality control, and help implement improvements
• Identify, draft, and help implement improvements to build processes for quality and ease of manufacture
• Help build and test new products as they are developed
• Excellent problem‑solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• A self‑directed, driven, and reliable approach to your work.
• Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
• Learn the overall production business process and software so you can help teammates resolve execution problems as they arise

Minimum Qualifications:

• High‑school diploma, general education degree (GED), or equivalent
• 5+ years Electro‑mechanical assembly experience
• Passion for aviation and sustainability
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Comfortable working from electrical schematics and written work instructions
• Experience using a variety of hand/power tools and electrical analysis equipment

Above and Beyond Qualifications:

• A.A.S in electrical engineering (or similar)
• Soldering experience
• Previous experience working with electric chargers or other high voltage systems
• Experience with automated test systems
• Experience leading others on a team

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• The work environment may require a combination of indoor and outdoor activities (hot, cold, wet, humid conditions) with a varied amount of walking, standing, sitting, climbing (i.e. ladders, stairs), balance (maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery surfaces), bending, reaching, handling (seizing, holding, grasping, turning, picking, punching), stooping, kneeling, crouching and ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds.
• Work may require the ability to operate material handling equipment (forklift, pallet jack, etc.) in a safe manner.
• While performing the duties of this job, employees may work around variable noise levels or with fume or airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, etc. requiring the use of personal protective equipment such as face protection (safety glasses, goggles, face shield), gloves, and hearing protection.
• Work duties may also be required to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer and/or the ability to travel by air or automobile.
• This position may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure the successful operation of activities in the organization. Some positions entail working with small parts/components.
• Employees must have excellent hand‑eye coordination and good manual dexterity in both hands. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

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

$35—$45 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.