Technologist - Flight Controls | Sensors & Systems
Beta Technologies
Develops all‑electric VTOL and CTOL aircraft plus charging infrastructure for cargo, medical, military use.
Develop and test flight control systems for electric aircraft, handling integration, testing, docs.
1 months ago ago
$65,000 - $80,000
Junior (1-3 years), Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
South Burlington, VT
Onsite
Company Size
800 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Technical Services
Consulting
Design
Sector Specialisms
Aerospace
Military
Aviation
Electric VTOL Aircraft
Cargo
Medical Passenger Transport
Emergency Response
Charging Infrastructure
Role
Description
test rig
hw/sw integration
flight controls
system testing
interface documentation
certification support
- Prepare briefing materials for technical meetings and program reviews.
- Support the loading and rigging of FCS software
- Assist in the design and build of test rigs for the flight control system
- Define, capture, and analyze interface definitions and facilitate HW/SW integration efforts.
- Assist in the installation of Flight Controls into the Alia family of aircraft
- Assess system and component-level requirements to determine applicable test equipment categories, test methods and procedures.
- Use standard lab probing and troubleshooting test equipment.
- Create interface control documentation
- Manage problem reports and track issues discovered during testing.
- Create documentation and artifacts to support aircraft certification.
- Manage new LRU installations and configurations on aircraft
- Support the design of harnessing for new systems
- Assist in system functional test planning and execution, review results and prepare detailed test reports on the Iron Bird Test Environment
Requirements
flight testing
electric aircraft
inertial sensing
git
do-160
associates degree
- Flight testing and/or system-level Ironbird/lab testing experience.
- Flight test experience.
- Hands on experience working on electric aircraft
- Experienced with inertial sensing, communication protocols, wireless communications.
- Experience working within GIT version control or other configuration management practices.
- Flight controls system design and engineering experience.
- Pilot’s license or passion for aerospace and/or aviation.
- Experience doing hardware verification and testing per DO-160, MIL-STD-810 or MIL-STD-461.
- Associates degree in Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace or related field.
- Advanced Degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 2-5 years of experience in an aerospace systems development lifecycle.
- Experience with flight controls or autonomous systems
- Hands-on experience building and assembling system test setups.
- Skilled with Microsoft tools (PowerPoint, Excel, Visio, Word).
- Excellent report writing skills, attention to detail and thoroughness.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
- employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
Company
Overview
2017
Founding Year
The company was established in 2017 with the goal of revolutionizing flight through innovative battery-powered aircraft and charging systems.
46 sites
Charger Network
The company has established over 46 charger sites across the United States to support its electric aircraft infrastructure.
CX300
FAA Certification
The CX300 achieved FAA airworthiness by late 2024, marking a major milestone in the company's electric aviation journey.
188k sq. ft.
Net-Zero Facility
The company operates from an 188,000-square-foot net-zero facility that integrates aerospace, power systems, and training programs.
- Its flagship ALIA designs include both vertical-takeoff VTOL and conventional CTOL models with sub-hour charging.
- Backed by military and commercial orders—from UPS to the U.S. Army—it maintains a sizable aircraft backlog.
- The company’s aviation narrative includes maiden passenger flights, cross-country tours, and the first electric landing at JFK airport.
Culture + Values
- Innovation is at the heart of everything we do.
- We are committed to designing, building, and operating new forms of transportation that improve people's lives and make the world a better place.
- We believe in integrity, honesty, and transparency.
- Our culture is collaborative, creative, and fast-paced.
- We value diversity of thought, ideas, and perspectives.
Environment + Sustainability
2050 Target
Net-zero commitment
Achieving net-zero carbon emissions by the year 2050.
- Sustainable aviation technologies are prioritized, focusing on electric-powered aircraft.
- Aircraft designs are optimized to reduce noise and fuel consumption, supporting a cleaner and quieter environment.
- Technologies supporting clean energy, including electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, are being advanced.
Inclusion & Diversity
- The team is diverse, with women in leadership roles.
- The company aims for a balanced and inclusive workplace, empowering all employees to thrive.
- The company focuses on providing equal opportunities for all team members, regardless of background or identity.
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