Lead Electrical Engineer - Low Voltage, Advanced Concepts

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 Lead Electrical Engineer for Advanced Systems, you will lead the architecture, detailed design, integration, and certification of the low voltage electrical systems that power avionics, flight controls, and auxiliary systems across BETA’s future aircraft platforms. This includes both industry-standard 28V power distribution and multi-kW high voltage to low voltage power conversion.

How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:

Lead the design, integration, and certification of low voltage electrical systems

Develop electrical architecture, detailed component electrical and mechanical design, load analyses, and circuit protection schemes

Own electrical system design releases in CATIA / 3

DEXPERIENCEManage suppliers for key low voltage components and drive qualification activities

Drive ARP
4754A development processes and certification activities

Lead requirements verification activities in coordination with adjacent systems and test teams

Support system verification, aircraft integration, and flight test activities

Partner with Systems Engineering to deliver certification artifacts and documentation

Collaborate with Avionics, Flight Controls, High Voltage, and Manufacturing teams

Manage a small engineering team with direct reports

Minimum Qualifications:

7+ years of experience designing electrical systems for aircraft2+ years of engineering leadership experience

Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams and manage engineering deliverables

Strong understanding of 28 VDC power distribution, DC/DC converters, circuit protection, and battery systems

Working knowledge of ARP
4754A development process, MIL-STD-704, and DO-160

Experience with requirements management tools (Polarion, DOORS, or similar)
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Above and Beyond

Qualifications:

5+ years of experience designing electrical systems for aircraft

Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams and manage engineering deliverables

Strong understanding of 28 VDC power distribution, DC/DC converters, circuit protection, and battery systems

Working knowledge of ARP
4754A development process, MIL-STD-704, and DO-160

Experience with requirements management tools (Polarion, DOORS, or similar)
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Work location is on-site in South Burlington, Vermont This position will include occasional work around aircraft and the production line to support integration, troubleshooting, testing, and design validation.

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 $150,000—$180,000 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.

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