Modeling and Performance Engineer | Flight Sciences at Beta Technologies

Montreal, Quebec, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, AviationIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
3-5 years of experience in aircraft performance analysis and/or flight testing
Experience modeling and simulating aircraft dynamics and associated subsystems
Experience with MATLAB, Simulink, and Python
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

Conduct aircraft performance analyses for both fixed and VTOL aircraft across all phases of flight
Develop mission profile analyses and associated tools for subsystem design, flight planning, Pilot Operating Handbook (POH) performance charts, and concepts of operations (CONOPs) development
Support performance flight testing from test card generation to data reduction, model updates, and certification reports
Analyze, model, and test fixed wing and vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft performance
Work with component and aircraft-level test data to identify improvements in underlying models to better estimate and optimize aircraft performance
Develop and maintain company performance tools that are validated, traceable, and scalable

Skills

MATLAB

Simulink

Python

Aircraft Performance Analysis

Flight Testing

Aircraft Dynamics Modeling

Mission Profile Analysis

VTOL Performance

Fixed Wing Performance

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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