Lead Electrical Engineer | Low Voltage System

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.

• 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
  
  DEXPERIENCE
• Manage 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

• 7+ years of experience designing electrical systems for aircraft
• 2+ 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

• 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

• 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.

We encourage all driven candidates to apply, even if they do not meet every listed qualification.

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 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.