Senior Electrical Engineer - PCBA and Electrical System Design | Controls Electronics at Beta Technologies

South Burlington, Vermont, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aviation, AerospaceIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent experience
Experience and understanding of electrical fundamentals, switching power supplies, electrical isolation/insulation strategies
Experience with schematic capture and printed circuit board layout (KiCAD or Altium preferred)
Understanding of electrical overcurrent protection coordination and high-voltage insulation
Ability to operate lab equipment including low and high-voltage power supplies, function generators, oscilloscopes, multimeters, soldering irons, heat guns, crimping tools, etc
Experience with circuit simulation software, especially related to power electronics stability, line/load regulation, control system responses, etc. (LTSPICE, PSPICE, Matlab/Simulink are a plus)
Above and Beyond Qualifications
Master’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent experience
In-depth knowledge of high-voltage (>800V) designs and isolation boundaries/techniques for power and signal transmission
Experience with power distribution, motor control, avionics, or cabin conditioning (heating, cooling, defog, de-ice) in aerospace, automotive, or similar setting
Experience designing and testing for EMI mitigation and EMC
Familiarity with inverters and motor control, especially with high voltage
Experience with common communication protocols including CAN, ARINC-429, RS485, SPI, I2C, UART
Embedded systems design and programming
Experience with Python or Matlab
Experience with design and testing for DO-160, MIL-STD-810, or equivalent hardware qualification
Experience with DO-254, DO-178, and ARP4754
Experience with IPC-2221 and related standards for printed circuit board construction

Responsibilities

Define system and component level requirements
Complete the conceptual design stage of electrical systems and components
Conduct the schematic capture and PCB layout in Altium Designer for R&D iteration, followed by certification-intent design (including SMPS, digital logic circuits, motor control, interaction with high-voltage (>800VDC), etc.)
Conduct FMEA, stress analysis, tolerance stackup analysis
Bring completed designs through review, release, and manufacturing
Facilitate test planning and execution for DO-160 qualification testing and overall aircraft certification
Support manufacturing planning and long-term production from the design engineering team
Maximize safety and reliability while minimizing cost
Interface with component suppliers and build relationships with vendors to support production
Support other teams at Beta with circuit board design and electrical knowledge

Skills

Altium Designer

Schematic Capture

PCB Layout

SMPS

Digital Logic Circuits

Motor Control

High-Voltage Design

FMEA

Stress Analysis

Tolerance Stackup Analysis

DO-160

Power Conversion

Power Distribution

Avionics

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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