
Manufacturing Technician
BETA Technologies · South Burlington, VT
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at BETA Technologies (aerospace & defense) in South Burlington, VT. You will be working as part of a team of engineers and technicians, fabricating, modifying, assembling, installing, and repairing composite parts and tooling to produce electric aircraft and equipment.
- Tools it names
- Tooling
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How this role compares
Against 853 other live manufacturing postings in the US.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $72k–$104k, from 96 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- CNC 49%
- ✓ Tooling 45%
- Team leadership 42%
- Machining 41%
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This plant: BETA Technologies in South Burlington
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Full description from BETA TechnologiesAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
qualifications
and skillsets evaluated during our in-person interview process, we have two basic tracks for Manufacturing Technicians:
1. Composite Layup Technician, or
2. Airframe Assembly Technician
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.
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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.
Future Opportunity
This post is intended to build interest in future Manufacturing Technician opportunities. Specific openings, qualifications, and application details will be shared as positions become available.
As a Manufacturing Technician, you will be working as part of a team of engineers and technicians, fabricating, modifying, assembling, installing, and repairing composite parts and tooling to produce electric aircraft and equipment. Your hands play an essential role in making our aircraft come together!
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What We’re Looking For
- •You’re sharp—you pick up on details others miss. You have steady hands, sharp eyes, and a commitment to doing it right
- •You’re hands-on—whether it’s building furniture, tinkering with machines, or fixing a leaky faucet, you’re always creating, and you bring your toolbox everywhere
- •You’re meticulous—“close enough” doesn’t cut it for you. You know how to read blueprints and work instructions, without missing a single detail
- •You’re proud of your work and want it to make an impact
- •Bonus points if you’ve got experience in manufacturing, aviation, or something similar—but if you’re a quick learner with a passion for building, we’ll teach you the rest
Why You’ll Love It Here
- •Be part of a team that values precision and celebrates craftsmanship
- •Work on projects that matter—your work will take to the skies!
- •Enjoy competitive pay, killer benefits, and opportunities to grow
- •Surround yourself with people who share your passion for building great things
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- •The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
- •Reasonable accommodation may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- •The work environment may require a combination of indoor and outdoor activities (hot, cold, wet, humid conditions) with a varied amount of walking, standing, sitting, climbing (i.e. ladders, stairs), balance (maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery surfaces), bending, reaching, handling (seizing, holding, grasping, turning, picking, punching), stooping, kneeling, crouching and ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds
- •Work may require the ability to operate material handling equipment (forklift, pallet jack, etc.) in a safe manner.
- •While performing the duties of this job, employees may work around variable noise levels or with fume or airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, etc. requiring the use of personal protective equipment such as face protection (safety glasses, goggles, face shield, respirator), gloves, and hearing protection
- •Work duties may also be required to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer and/or the ability to travel by air or automobile
- •This position may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization
- •Some positions entail working with small parts/components
- •Employees must have excellent hand-eye coordination and good manual dexterity in both hands.
- •Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
The wage listed here reflects our best faith estimate for this role. We pay competitively and base compensation on a variety of factors including skills, experience, industry background, and the evolving needs of the role. We remain committed to fair and equitable pay and we're happy to discuss during the interview process.
$26 — $34 USD
Build electric airplanes with us!
We encourage all driven candidates to apply, even if they do not meet every listed qualification.
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