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Manufacturing Technician | Battery
BETA Technologies
South Burlington, VT, USA
Posted on Feb 20, 2025
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.
The Manufacturing Technician is responsible for scaling the build operations for innovative electric aircraft components from process development through hands-on assembly. As a Manufacturing Technician at Beta Technologies, you will work in a small team environment to rapidly take designs from bench-top assembly to certified production. You will perform daily hands-on production assembly tasks while also devoting time to refining manufacturing processes and continuously improving quality and throughput to align with high-level business goals. You will work closely with your peers to thread design changes from ongoing product development efforts seamlessly into existing build processes. You will be challenged every day and probably have a lot of fun.
How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:
- Hands-on assembly of electric powertrain components (Motors, Battery Packs, Inverters)
- Developing and maintaining a deep understanding of the manufacturing processes as the key process owner
- Performing in-process quality control inspection tasks, feeling comfortable identifying and raising concerns about process deviations, and being an integral part of any troubleshooting efforts to solve them
- Maintaining accurate and clear manufacturing documentation in compliance with both internal and external quality systems or regulations. Documentation to include up-to-date assembly process documentation as well as process data (fastener torque, electrical checks, etc.). The candidate should have a drive for an organization such that build processes and manufacturing data can easily be audited
- Performing regular inspection, cleaning, and servicing of manufacturing equipment along with routine and preventative maintenance to keep operations running flawlessly
- Maintaining maintenance logs for all machines or processes they oversee, which requires proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet software
- Providing regular productivity reports, and incident reports as needed
- Using all mandated safety equipment and complying with all safety requirements per company and government regulations and guidelines
- Performing other work-related duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
- 5+ years experience working in a manufacturing setting or a Two-year degree or certificate from an accredited two (2) year college, university, or technical school preferred
- Knowledge of, and ability to apply, the principles of Six Sigma/Continuous Improvement, Lean 5S and Kanban preferred
- Ability to assist in problem analysis and independent decision-making
- Ability to operate hand and power tools
- Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and schematics of battery/electronic components
- High Voltage assembly experience preferred, especially related to DC energy storage systems
- Good team communication skills required
- Google G -Suite including drive, mail, calendar, docs, sheets, slides, charts, hangouts; slack, application lifecycle
Above and Beyond Qualifications that will distinguish you:
- Aerospace Industry Manufacturing Experience
- Ability to troubleshoot electrical equipment and machines
- Previous Computer-Aided Design (CAD) experience
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- Ability to lift 25lbs
- Able to be on feet for 8 hrs per day as required
Build electric airplanes with us!
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.