Technologist - Flight Controls | Sensors & Systems at Beta Technologies

South Burlington, Vermont, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Aviation, AerospaceIndustries

Requirements

  • Associates degree in Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace or related field
  • 2-5 years of experience in an aerospace systems development lifecycle
  • Excellent report writing skills, attention to detail and thoroughness

Responsibilities

  • Assist in system functional test planning and execution, review results and prepare detailed test reports on the Iron Bird Test Environment
  • Support the design of harnessing for new systems
  • Define, capture, and analyze interface definitions and facilitate HW/SW integration efforts
  • Assist in the installation of Flight Controls into the Alia family of aircraft
  • Create interface control documentation
  • Support the loading and rigging of FCS software
  • Assist in the design and build of test rigs for the flight control system
  • Manage problem reports and track issues discovered during testing
  • Manage new LRU installations and configurations on aircraft
  • Prepare briefing materials for technical meetings and program reviews
  • Create documentation and artifacts to support aircraft certification
  • Assess system and component-level requirements to determine applicable test equipment categories, test methods and procedures
  • Use standard lab probing and troubleshooting test equipment

Skills

Flight Controls
Iron Bird Testing
Harness Design
HW/SW Integration
Aircraft Integration
Test Rigs
FCS Software
Troubleshooting
Test Equipment
Problem Reporting
LRU Installation
Interface Control Documentation

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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