Software Configuration Management Lead | Configuration Management

BETA Technologies; South Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restricted Stock Units

Performance Stock Units

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Short‑ and long‑term disability

Paid parental leave

Onsite healthcare in Vermont

Flight lessons

Job summary

BETA Technologies is seeking a Software Configuration Management Lead to drive FAA-compliant configuration management for full aircraft software development. You will partner with Airworthiness, Engineering, Production and Quality to define, trace, and audit software configurations across the lifecycle.

This role leads PRB/CRB processes, grows the CM team, and ensures software change management meets schedule and safety standards, with onsite Vermont operations and competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience working in Aerospace Configuration Management and/or Program Management role.
• Background in supply chain, quality and/or engineering to understand how these systems interact with Configuration Management.
• Knowledge and experience in FAA certification/compliance requirements related to software configuration management.
• Knowledge and experience in ARP 4754A and EIA-649.
• Experience in RTCA DO-178C or RTCA DO-254 requirements for software and hardware configuration management.
• BS in a relevant engineering or quality discipline or equivalent education and experience.
• Experience as an administrator with ALM (Polarion) and PLM (3DExperience) or equivalent ALM and PLM systems valued.
• Passion for safety through quality in both design, software development, and manufacturing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with internal and external customers.
• High energy, self-motivated, organized and detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Co-develop and implement a full set of company-level aerospace software configuration management plans, processes, and documentation for the development and certification of new aircraft platforms.
• Ensure maintenance of all type/production design configurations for the full service life of configured products.
• Establish a process to produce full configuration for any required software configurations or software asset builds to support FAA audit.
• Administer and coordinate the Problem Resolution and Change Review Boards and related configuration processes and activities.
• Coordinate correct definition of change scope & effectivity for hardware and software to maintain correct configuration definitions of all aircraft and verification assets.
• Help to grow and develop the software configuration management team to support aircraft development and certification according to schedule.
• Support and train process stakeholders in relevant BETA software configuration and software change management processes and systems.

Skills

Aerospace CM

FAA certification knowledge

ALM (Polarion)

PLM (3DExperience)

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Excellent communication

Education

BS in engineering or quality discipline

Tools

Polarion ALM

3DExperience PLM

Job description

Software Configuration Management Lead | Configuration Management

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 Software Configuration Management Lead is responsible for ensuring aircraft configuration compliance with FAA and industry requirements. Beta is looking for a Software Configuration Management expert to lead the development of all necessary systems and processes that will drive us forward as an Aerospace OEM. The Lead will work closely with the Airworthiness, Engineering, Production, and Quality teams to implement and operate configuration control processes for full aircraft development of software systems. They will administer the regular meeting and agenda of the Problem Resolution (PRB) and Change Review Boards (CRB). This person will work as a focal point with cross‑functional stakeholders to ensure that the software configuration of all aircraft products is fully defined, traceable, and auditable for the complete lifecycle of all developed aircraft.

How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation

• Co‑develop and implement a full set of company‑level aerospace software configuration management plans, processes, and documentation for the development and certification of new aircraft platforms
• Ensure maintenance of all type/production design configurations for the full service life of configured products
• Establish a process to produce full configuration for any required software configurations or software asset builds to support FAA (or other authority) audit
• Administer and coordinate the Problem Resolution and Change Review Boards and related configuration processes and activities
• Coordinate correct definition of change scope & effectivity for hardware and software to maintain correct configuration definitions of all aircraft and verification assets
• Help to grow and develop the software configuration management team to support aircraft development and certification according to schedule
• Support and train process stakeholders in relevant BETA software configuration and software change management processes and systems

Minimum Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience working in Aerospace Configuration Management and/or Program Management role
• Background in supply chain, quality and/or engineering to understand how these systems interact with Configuration Management
• Knowledge and experience in FAA certification/compliance requirements related to software configuration management
• Knowledge and experience in ARP 4754A and EIA-649
• Experience in RTCA DO-178C or RTCA DO-254 requirements for software and hardware configuration management
• Preferred BS in a relevant engineering or quality discipline or equivalent education and experience
• Experience as an administrator with ALM (Polarion) and PLM (3DExperience) or equivalent ALM and PLM systems valued
• Passion for safety through quality in both design, software development, and manufacturing
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with internal and external customers
• High energy, self‑motivated, organized and detail oriented

Above and Beyond Qualifications

• End‑to‑end experience with certification and launch of newly developed aircraft products
• Strong problem‑solving and root‑cause corrective action investigation background
• Actively involved in thousands of changes within a test program

Compensation

$130,000 - $150,000 USD

Benefits

Restricted Stock Units and Performance Stock Units for all full‑time team members; comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; short‑ and long‑term disability; paid parental leave; onsite healthcare in Vermont; daily lunch; flight lessons and additional perks that enhance the work experience.

Equal Opportunity Employment

BETA is 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.