Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Product Launch & Scalability
BETA Technologies · South Burlington, VT
- Level
- Senior
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 7+ years
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A senior manufacturing role at BETA Technologies (aerospace & defense) in South Burlington, VT. This engineer will work across manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, and quality to develop and implement advanced tooling, automation strategies, and vertical integration solutions.
- They ask for
- 7+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Root cause, SPC, MSA / Gage R&R, Minitab, AS9100, Robotics
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in the US: typical posted base $98k–$143k.
Median of the low and high ends of 502 live postings that list pay, out of 1495 manufacturing engineer openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Vermont plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 9 other live manufacturing postings in Vermont.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (7+ vs 5+)
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Lean 80%
- ✓ Root cause 80%
- ✓ Automation 70%
- GD&T 60%
- ✓ Tooling 60%
- ✓ CATIA / NX 60%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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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
requirements
as we streamline and scale our production.
This role is an opportunity to be at the forefront of electric aircraft production, influencing how next-generation aerospace manufacturing is built from the ground up.
requirements
and Part 23 certification.
- ✓Lead cross-functional initiatives to align teams on operational improvements.
Qualifications
- ✓Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Aerospace or other Engineering degree with manufacturing focus from an accredited University.
- ✓7+ years of experience in advanced manufacturing, aerospace production, or process optimization. Strategic thinker, balancing near-term execution with long-term scalability.
- ✓Innovative problem solver, constantly pushing the boundaries of manufacturing efficiency.
- ✓Data-driven problem solver, using modeling and analysis to drive decision-making.
- ✓Collaborative leader, working across functions to drive alignment and execution.
- ✓Proactive and forward-thinking, anticipating future challenges and solutions.
- ✓Knowledge of manufacturing process development for composites and aerospace grade metallics, including bonding, drilling and fastening.
- ✓Experience in process modeling, simulation, and data analysis to optimize production.
- ✓Experience in scaling production environments and implementing automation strategies.
- ✓Understanding of supply chain, receiving, kitting, inspection, and logistics in manufacturing.
- ✓Knowledge of FAA Part 21 production
requirements
and aerospace quality standards.
- ✓Proven ability to drive large-scale efficiency improvements and cost reduction initiatives.
- ✓Proficiency in process modeling, manufacturing software, and data analysis tools.
Above and Beyond
qualifications
and will not be influenced in any manner
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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.
We are seeking a high-impact Senior Manufacturing Engineer to help shape the future of electric aircraft manufacturing by driving strategic process innovations to enable scalable, efficient, and cost-effective production. This role will take a data-driven, systems-level approach to modeling manufacturing workflows, identifying bottlenecks, and developing step-change improvements in automation, cycle time, and labor efficiency.
As a key contributor to our long-term production strategy, this engineer will work across manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, and quality to develop and implement advanced tooling, automation strategies, and vertical integration solutions. Their work will ensure that production processes evolve to meet future demand, supporting FAA Part 21 conformity and Part 23 certification
How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation
- •Model and analyze production workflows to identify constraints and design scalable solutions.
- •Develop and implement long-term strategies to improve cycle time, labor efficiency, and cost.
- •Lead cross-functional initiatives to align engineering, operations, and supply chain teams on strategic objectives.
- •Drive implementation of advanced manufacturing tooling and technologies, including robotics, automation, and digital production systems.
- •Optimize material flow, supply chain logistics, and kitting to reduce waste and improve throughput.
- •Evaluate vertical integration vs. outsourcing for maximum efficiency.
- •Partner with design and NPI teams to ensure products are engineered for manufacturability (DFM).
- •Optimize inspection, quality, and test processes while maintaining regulatory compliance.
- •Establish data-driven KPIs and predictive models to guide production scalability efforts.
- •Ensure all manufacturing improvements support FAA Part 21 production
that will distinguish you
- •Prior experience in an EVTOL, aerospace, or electric aircraft startup environment.
- •Experience with advanced manufacturing techniques, automation, and Industry 4.0 technologies.
- •Familiarity with software tools such as Catia, Solidworks, Delmia, Minitab, JMP, SolidWorks, and ERP/MES systems.
- •Experience with FAA conformity, AS9100, and regulatory compliance in an aerospace manufacturing environment.
- •Proficiency in statistical process control (SPC), measurement systems analysis (MSA), and root cause analysis (RCA).
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- •Must be able to be active on their feet for a full 8-hour shift.
- •Able to lift 25lbs.
- •Able to be in front of a computer for at least several hours.
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.
$100,000 — $130,000 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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