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Senior Airframe Assembly Technician | Manufacturing
BETA Technologies
South Burlington, VT, USA
USD 32-37 / hour + Equity
Posted 6+ months ago
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.
As a Senior Airframe Assembly Technician at BETA Technologies, you will be working as part of a team of engineers and technicians fabricating, modifying, assembling, installing, and repairing composite parts and tooling for the production of electric aircraft and equipment, along with managing necessary materials and supplies, and maintaining the composite shop facilities.
How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:
- Ability to locate, align and drill precision holes in Composites and Metallics.
- Proficient with the handling of composites and aircraft-grade materials.
- Experience with aviation assembly tooling and semi-automated drilling equipment.
- High attention to detail and a desire for accuracy with the ability to read and follow detailed work instructions and quality control processes.
- Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
- A self-directed, driven, and reliable approach to your work.
- Possess fine motor skills with the ability to be delicate while using power and hand tools on composite parts and molds.
- Ability to work under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
- Maintain the work area in a neat and organized manner.
Minimum Qualifications:
- 5+ years experience in composite manufacturing or related positions.
- High school diploma, general education degree (GED), or equivalent.
- Willing to work well under pressure as part of a team.
- Demonstrated accuracy and thoroughness to ensure the quality of own work.
- Innovative and mechanically oriented mindset; looks for ways to improve processes and promote quality.
Above and Beyond Qualifications that will distinguish you:
- Experience with multiple semi-automated drilling techniques and equipment.
- Familiarity with ISO/AS9100 certification, processes, and standards.
- Understanding the effects of fundamental variables including fiber modulus, weave style, resin content, fiber volume, void content, resin type, resin cure (and/or post-cure), and cure pressure.
- Automotive body (sanding/polishing), gel coat, and paint preparation skills.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations 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), 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 the 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.
Build electric airplanes with us!
BETA offers a competitive Total Compensation package designed to support you now and as you grow with us. This role includes both Restricted Stock Units and Performance Stock Units for all full-time team members, so everyone shares in our success. You’ll have access to onsite healthcare in Vermont, comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision, short- and long-term disability, and paid parental leave. We also take care of the everyday details with daily lunch provided, and yes—flight lessons are part of the experience, along with a range of additional perks that make work here genuinely rewarding.
We encourage all driven candidates to apply, even if they do not meet every listed qualification.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, competence and 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.
Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. BETA Technologies participates in E-Verify.
32 - 37 USD
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.