Senior Mechanical Engineer, NPI Engineering
Required skills
- mechanical engineer
- NPI Engineering
- manufacturing processes
- aircraft system requirements
- cost reduction
- performance improvement
- manufacturing scalability
- supply chain
- make versus buy
- manufacturing process equipment
Nice to have
- filament winding
- automated fiber placement
- resin transfer molding
- compression molding
- injection molding
- resin casting
Role summary
Seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer for the New Product Introduction (NPI) team to lead the development of new manufacturing processes for electric aircraft. This role involves deep understanding of aircraft systems and manufacturing technologies, from conceptualization to low-rate initial production. Responsibilities include mechanical design, prototype fabrication, collaboration with cross-functional teams (design, manufacturing, supply chain, systems), and ensuring process scalability and cost reduction. Requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering and 7+ years of experience in manufacturing, aerospace, or high-rate production, with a strong background in NPI, production scaling, and GD&T. The ideal candidate is data-driven and resilient.
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 mechanical engineer to join the New Product Introduction (NPI) Engineering team. This role is part of a cross-functional team and will be responsible for leading the development of new manufacturing processes from initial conceptualization through low-rate initial production. It requires that the team member develop an intimate understanding of the aircraft system requirements to effectively develop and implement materials and/or processes that solve for the goals of the business. The ideal candidate is someone with deep experience in one or more manufacturing technologies, including, but not limited to, filament winding, automated fiber placement, resin transfer molding, compression molding, injection molding, resin casting, metal additive manufacturing, forging, metal casting, stamping, welding, conventional spray coating, thermal spray coating, and electroplating. The candidate should have demonstrated competence in design for manufacturing.
As a member of the NPI team, you will collaborate with a broad range of team members to deliver new technologies that will enable Beta to achieve profitable full rate production. This position offers the possibility to learn something new every day and contribute to the future of aviation.
How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:
Minimum Qualifications:
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.
Compensation$125,000—$150,000 USDBuild 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.
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