Lead Composites Design Engineer - Vermont | Structures
BETA TechnologiesVermont, United States
Posted October 21, 2025
130000 - 160000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
BETA Technologies is a pioneering company focused on developing an electric transportation ecosystem that emphasizes safety, reliability, and sustainability. They are building a robust charging infrastructure and ALIA, the world's most advanced electric vertical aircraft (EVA), known for its fixed-pitch propellers and centrally located batteries, making it inherently stable and easy to maneuver. BETA's services include thermal analysis, systems engineering, power system design, electric propulsion, sensing systems, control systems, electric aircraft, clean aviation technology, EV charging, and Evtol.
Job Description
This role leads the design and development of primary and secondary composite airframe structures, guiding a team from initial layouts to detailed design. The role focuses on ensuring design integrity, manufacturability, and close collaboration with suppliers to revolutionize electric aviation. It involves leading tooling definition, process improvements, and resolving manufacturing issues.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent with a strong mechanical design focus)
- 10+ years of composite structures design experience in aerospace
- Proven expertise in composite structural concepts like self-stiffened skins, frame construction, and sandwich skin/frame design
- Proficiency in 3D CAD tools (3DExperience or CATIA/ENOVIA preferred)
- Leadership and communication abilities
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills