Flight Test (FT) Change Management | Configuration Management at Beta Technologies

South Burlington, Vermont, United States

Beta Technologies Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Aviation, AerospaceIndustries

Requirements

  • Deep knowledge of configuration management processes, familiarity with SAE-6495
  • +5 years of experience in aerospace or other regulated design and manufacturing industry
  • BS in a relevant engineering or quality discipline or equivalent education and experience
  • Production Lifecycle and Enterprise Resource Planning software (3Dx, Teamcenter, Plex, SAP)
  • Proficient with 3D CAD Software (Catia/Enovia preferred)
  • Strong skills in MS Excel for analyzing and comparing product structures
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with internal and external customers
  • High energy, self-motivated, organized, and detail oriented
  • Knowledge of change management and product structure management within a product lifecycle management (PLM) tool, preferably 3DXperience
  • Knowledge in the application of changes to the product structure including applying product (aircraft or motor) effectivity to end item units
  • Knowledge of configuration and change management principles for hardware and software to maintain correct configuration effectivity in a certification/regulatory environment
  • Knowledge of developing training and providing detailed instructions to assist others with flight test change management

Responsibilities

  • Managing all aspects of the flight test change management process, including changes affecting experimental company owned in-service aircraft, aircraft configured for company and certification flight testing, and future design changes that may affect customer delivered aircraft
  • Working cross-functionally with Certification Engineers, Systems Engineers, Design Engineers, and other Aircraft Stakeholders providing critical data and process inputs to design and flight test changes
  • Maintaining the traceability and auditability of product configuration changes in the PLM, ERP, and as-maintained databases
  • Analyze all product design changes and FT issued changes and provide detailed overall hardware, software and test asset impacts for all flight test assets
  • Coordinate, track, and status the review and approval of design and flight test changes to aircraft configurations
  • Maintain intimate knowledge of flight test asset configurations and advise as to the impact to flight test assets in regard to safe flight, maintenance actions required and return to service
  • Author and maintain procedures related to flight test change management, flight test instrumentation configurations, flight test asset configurations to support company and FAA flight test schedules

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Change ManagementConfiguration ManagementPLMERPFlight TestFAA CertificationAircraft ConfigurationSystems EngineeringDesign Engineering

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the employment type for this role?

This is a Full Time Exempt position.

Is this a remote position or does it require on-site work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the minimum qualifications for this role?

Candidates need deep knowledge of configuration management processes, familiarity with SAE-649, 5+ years of experience in aerospace or other regulated design and manufacturing industry, and a BS in a relevant engineering or quality discipline or equivalent education.

What is the company culture like at BETA Technologies?

BETA Technologies fosters a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture where team members apply intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability to revolutionize electric aviation and positively impact the environment.

What skills make a strong candidate for this Flight Test Change Management role?

Strong candidates will have knowledge of change management and product structure in PLM tools like 3DXperience, configuration and change management principles for hardware and software in certification environments, experience working cross-functionally with engineers, and the ability to author procedures for flight test changes.

Beta Technologies

Develops eVTOL aircraft and charging systems

About Beta Technologies

BETA Technologies develops electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft and the charging infrastructure needed to support them. Their eVTOL aircraft are designed for both passenger and cargo transport, providing a sustainable alternative to traditional air travel. The company also installs and maintains charging systems, ensuring that clients have the necessary support for electric flight. BETA Technologies stands out from competitors by offering a comprehensive solution that includes both the aircraft and the infrastructure, catering to commercial airlines and logistics companies. The goal of BETA Technologies is to make air travel greener, safer, and more efficient, contributing to a significant reduction in carbon emissions in the aerospace sector.

South Burlington, VermontHeadquarters
2017Year Founded
$1,171.2MTotal Funding
SERIES_CCompany Stage
Automotive & Transportation, Energy, AerospaceIndustries
501-1,000Employees

Risks

Increased competition from companies like ORB Aerospace could impact Beta's market share.
Dependence on state funding poses risks if government priorities shift away from electric aviation.
Rapid technological advancements could render Beta's offerings obsolete without continuous innovation.

Differentiation

Beta Technologies focuses on clean aviation with electric aircraft and propulsion systems.
The company offers a comprehensive eVTOL ecosystem, including aircraft and charging infrastructure.
Beta Technologies targets commercial airlines and logistics companies for sustainable air transport solutions.

Upsides

Beta Technologies raised $318 million in Series C funding in October 2024.
The FAA's updated eVTOL certification processes benefit Beta Technologies' aircraft approval.
Increased interest in urban air mobility drives demand for Beta's eVTOL aircraft.

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