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# Associate Supplier Development Engineer, Ground Support Equipment at BETA Technologies

- **Company:** BETA Technologies
- **Location:** South Burlington, VT
- **Compensation:** $85k–$105k
- **Posted:** 2026-10-09
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-19
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/betatechnologiesinc/jobs/4439322009

## Job description

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 an Associate Supplier Development Engineer to support a cross functional team of Manufacturing Engineers, Procurement, and Design Engineering. In this role you will be help evaluate current and potential supplier capabilities, assist in the evaluation of suppliers, develop and implement improvement plans, improve delivery, and cost performance throughout the supply chain for ground support equipment (GSE). Successful candidates will proactively solve and drive overall supplier development to ensure delivery, quality, and continuous process improvements.

How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:

- Identify product improvements to improve producibility, lower risk, and reduce costs
- As required, act as a technical liaison between purchasing, engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to provide technical support
- Assist in driving effective corrective actions to resolve complex manufacturing defects and eliminate root cause
- Assist in the Inspection of parts and assemblies to improve both Beta TDP and Suppliers delivered Quality
- Determine and develop quality requirements in alignment to ISO 9001
- Determine, define, and develop processes to support quality requirements and business practices/needs
- Conduct supplier assessments to evaluate processes in place and drive continuous improvement at suppliers
- Demonstrate innovation, technical excellence, attention to detail, self-direction, and courage

Minimum Qualifications:

- 1-3 years of manufacturing experience
- BA/BS degree in mechanical engineering, manufacturing, or equivalent years of experience
- US Person
- Experience in using Digital Product Definition, 2D drawings, drafting standards, and GD&T
- Experience working in a Lean/Manufacturing Engineering position

Above and Beyond Qualifications:

- Experience reviewing of First Article Inspections per AS9102 or auditing per AS9100D.
- Experience integrating ISO 9001 requirements into systems and processes
- Willingness to travel domestically or internationally
- Knowledge of aircraft structures, systems, or interiors will be considered an asset
- Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)
- Understanding of design for assembly, lean manufacturing, and capacity planning techniques
- Experience in drafting and implementing manufacturing and quality processes.
- Excellent interpersonal skills

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

$85,000—$105,000 USD

Build 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.

## About BETA Technologies

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: BETA Technologies is an aerospace and defense company designing, manufacturing and selling high-performance electric aircraft, advanced electric propulsion systems, components, and charging infrastructure.
- **Entity Type**: Private (venture-backed with military contracts, EXIM financing, and equity investment)
- **Headquarters**: Burlington, Vermont, USA (with locations in Plattsburgh, NY; Montréal, QC; and Washington, DC)
- **Founded**: The company was founded in 2017 (Kyle and Katie Clark).
- **Founders**: Kyle Clark and Katie Clark

## Core Business
- **Industry**: Electric aviation, aerospace manufacturing, defense
- **Target Customers**: Cargo/logistics operators, U.S. Department of Defense, passenger airlines, medical transport organizations, and infrastructure partners
- **Mission**: "Design a self-sufficient eVTOL aircraft ecosystem that satisfies the needs of humans, embraces the laws of nature and works in harmony with the planet."
 [beta.team](https://beta.team/careers)

## Products & Services
- **ALIA CTOL** – Conventional takeoff and landing all-electric aircraft (fixed-wing) for cargo, logistics, and passenger missions. 42% total operating cost reduction vs. traditional aircraft.
- **ALIA VTOL** – Vertical takeoff and landing all-electric aircraft for short-range missions, including medical and defense. 74% total operating cost reduction vs. traditional helicopters.
- **Charge Cubes, Mini Cubes, and Thermal Management System (TMS) Cubes** – Multimodal charging infrastructure for electric aircraft and ground vehicles. UL-listed and deployed at 100+ sites.
- **Electric Propulsion Systems & Components** – Motors, inverters, and other enabling technologies sold as OEM or aftermarket parts.
- **Customized Training Programs** – In-house flight training for pilots and maintainers (over 30 company pilots qualified, plus training for USAF, US Army, UPS, Air New Zealand, etc.).
 [beta.team](https://beta.team/)

## Market Standing
- **Valuation / Market Cap**: Not publicly disclosed
- **Key Metric**: **800+ aircraft in backlog**; more than 50 million people live within 50 miles of a BETA Charge Cube (over 30% of the U.S. population).
- **Notable Investors / Partners**: U.S. Department of Defense (multiple engagements), EXIM Bank of the United States, Surf Air Mobility (firm order for 25 ALIA + options for 75), United Therapeutics, Bristow, Air New Zealand, UPS.
- **Growth Signals**:
  - March 2026: Selected for the FAA eVTOL Integration Pilot Program (eIPP) in 7 of 8 programs.
  - March 2026: Surf Air Mobility purchase agreement (25 firm + 75 options).
  - June 2026: Featured on ABC’s *Good Morning America* (first all-electric plane flight with a journalist).
  - 140,000+ nautical miles flown across ALIA aircraft family.
 [beta.team](https://beta.team/)
 [investors.beta.team](https://investors.beta.team/resources/about-beta)

## Competitive Advantages
- **Vertical integration** – Designs and builds aircraft, motors, charging stations, and components in-house, enabling a closed-loop ecosystem.
- **Net-zero manufacturing facility** – 188,000 sq. ft. production space powered by renewable systems.
- **Multi-market revenue streams** – Sells aircraft, aftermarket parts, charging equipment, and services; serves cargo, defense, passenger, and medical end markets.
- **Proven DoD integration** – Four successful U.S. Department of Defense engagements, de-risking technology for national security applications.
- **Scalable charging network** – 100+ charging sites already deployed (UL-listed), with multimodal capability for aircraft and ground EVs.

## Strategic Focus
- Scale production of ALIA CTOL and VTOL aircraft to fulfill 800+ backlog orders.
- Expand charging infrastructure network to support commercial operations across the U.S. and internationally.
- Achieve FAA type certification (eVTOL Integration Pilot Program participation is a key signal).
- Grow defense and government partnerships to expand mission applications.
- Continue developing in-house training programs to build a pipeline of qualified pilots and maintainers.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: "We fly what we build" – hands-on, multi-disciplinary team of builders, pilots, engineers, and tinkerers. Described as "misfits, tinkerers, builders, makers, breakers" with a people-first, creative, ego-free atmosphere.
- **Policy**: Flexible time off; hybrid/office roles at specific locations; in-house flight training and ground school for all employees (opportunity to earn a pilot’s license).
- **Benefits**: Comprehensive health insurance (HDHP with HSA match or copay plan), free dental, low-cost vision, on-site BETA Health Clinic, short/long-term disability, basic life insurance (company-paid), and flexible time off.
- **Working Environment**: Modern net-zero facility in Burlington (VT); flight test center in Plattsburgh (NY); airframe engineering hub in Montréal (QC); government relations office in Washington, DC. Emphasis on impact, sustainability, and hands-on innovation.
 [beta.team/careers](https://beta.team/careers)

## Sources
1. [beta.team – Company Homepage](https://beta.team/)
2. [beta.team – Careers Page](https://beta.team/careers)
3. [investors.beta.team – Company Profile / About BETA](https://investors.beta.team/resources/about-beta)
4. [Greenhouse – Job Board for BETA Technologies](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/betatechnologiesinc)

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