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Mechanical Engineer | Doors & Transparencies
BETA Technologies
Other Engineering
South Burlington, VT, USA
USD 100k-150k / year + Equity
Posted on Mar 13, 2026
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 Mechanical Engineer will design and guide the development of Doors & Transparencies for BETA’s CX300 and A250. This engineer will leverage experience and engineering best practices to design and certify composite door structures and latching systems that support occupant ingress/egress and cargo loading by ground crews. Their skills and experiences will shape design decisions from early-stage concepts through production, sustainment and field maintenance. They will also support certification by ensuring verification strategies are well-aligned with Beta’s methods of compliance, and by working in conjunction with Test Engineers to draft and execute test plans.
The ideal candidate is highly collaborative, detail-oriented, and focused. This role will primarily collaborate with Design, Stress, Manufacturing, and Quality teams during development, as well as Systems, Safety, Program Management and Certification.
How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:
- Develop and maintain 2D & 3D datasets in a controlled PLM environment using Catia V6.
- Design products for certification based on requirements and accepted means of compliance.
- Develop and build prototypes and run experiments to support design concept development.
- Create documentation for certification such as qualification, functional, and Inspection test plans.
- Track and report design and deliverable status to maintain company program awareness.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to minimize cost and improve product manufacturability.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum 10 years of experience design in mechanical systems.
- Demonstrated experience developing composite structures on FAA certification programs.
- Proficiency of 3D CAD software (Catia V6 preferred).
- Use of FEA and hand-calculations to support and inform concept development.
- Communication and leadership skills.
Above and Beyond Qualifications:
- Minimum 10 years of experience design in mechanical systems.
- Demonstrated experience developing composite structures on FAA certification programs.
- Proficiency of 3D CAD software (Catia V6 preferred).
- Use of FEA and hand-calculations to support and inform concept development. Communication and leadership 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 position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
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.
100000 - 150000 USD a year
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.