Test Engineer Propulsion | Motors R&D
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Job Location:
South Burlington, VT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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.
The propulsion test engineer is responsible for conducting tests for aircraft electric motors and inverters and their components. This includes setting up and configuring test stands interpreting and implementing wiring schematics and ensuring all electrical systems are properly connected for accurate data collection and safe operation. The test engineer will work closely with R&D engineers to create design validation test plans and will lead the execution of these plans. Engineers with a background or interest in aviation may also have the chance to participate in propulsion-focused flight tests. This is an exciting opportunity to help us revolutionize flight and we promise a fast-paced environment with a lot of fun times.
Minimum Qualifications:
- BS in Engineering or equivalent experience and evidence of exceptional ability
- Strong knowledge of high-voltage systems including inverters and motor controllers
- Experience creating and executing design validation plans and test methods to validate performance requirements of mechanical thermal and electrical systems.
- Proven ability to design build and test high-voltage electrical circuits and systems with a strong understanding of safety protocols and best practices.
- Experience with the design and implementation of test setups for electrical mechanical and thermal performance testing. Familiar with testing equipment such as digital signal generator oscilloscopes loadcells torque cells thermocouples.
- Experience with Matlab Labview Python or other data acquisition and analysis software
- Well organized communicative disciplined team player with strong attention to detail. Ability to work with minimal supervision and identify strategies to remove roadblocks is paramount. Mental flexibility and the ability to change direction based on new information is an absolute must in our fast paced environment.
Above and Beyond Qualifications:
- Experience with EMI (electromagnetic interference) mitigation techniques and strategies in high-voltage electrical systems.
- Rotating machinery testing experience.
- Instrumentation experience with accelerometers strain gauges load cells
- Aerospace certification testing
- Experience creating analytical and numerical models of mechanical thermal or electrical systems
- Working knowledge of heat transfer and thermal management
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- This position requires handling motors and inverters using cranes and other lifting equipment. It also requires climbing on propeller stands using proper safety equipment to inspect the equipment.
- Test engineers will work around high voltages and must be able to work safely in that environment. Some of the testing is conducted outside the ability to work at those extreme temperatures is required.
- Test programs sometimes require the test engineers to be present during night testing or participate in atypical work schedules.
- Additionally as magnets are used throughout the equipment it is important that candidates are not affected by strong magnetic fields (e.g. individuals with pacemakers or similar medical devices should be aware of potential safety concerns).
$80000 - $120000 a year
BETA designs and manufactures electric aircraft and the electric engines that propel them. We are looking for a highly motivated engineer with passion for the technology and deep experience in aerospace certification to join our team to work with fellow engineers and regulators to plan build and manage the certification process for electric propulsion systems.
Build electric airplanes with us!
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.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process such as reviewing applications analyzing resumes or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed please contact us.
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Vendor Management
- Design Controls
- C/C++
- FDA Regulations
- Intellectual Property Law
- ISO 13485
- Research Experience
- SolidWorks
- Research & Development
- Internet Of Things
- Product Development
About Company
BETA Technologies is an electric aerospace company developing vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft and supporting charging infrastructure that enables greener, safer and more efficient transportation.
