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Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer

BETA Technologies

South Burlington, VTFull-time$120–150K/yrPosted 3mo agoVerified open 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$120–150K/yr
Location
South Burlington, VT
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

BETA Technologies is hiring a Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer. At BETA Technologies, the Senior Continuous Improvement Engineer will use indirect influence to lead cross‑functional teams, facilitate Kaizen and other continuous improvement events, conduct process walks and operator observations, drive APQP initiatives, verify and validate improvements, identify and share improvement opportunities, develop the continuous improvement program, build quality metrics dashboards, and support QMS updates, all to advance electric aviation sustainability.

Key focus areas include Use indirect influence to assemble and lead cross functional teams to drive process improvements, Facilitate continuous improvement events such as Kaizen, Process Mapping, Value Stream Mapping, RRCA, 5S, Standard Work, and Perform process walks, operator observations, and lead manufacturing team discussions to drive enhancements.

Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree In Engineering, Quality, Or Related Technical Field Or Equivalent Demonstrated Competence and 8+ Years In Manufacturing Quality Role With Direct Hands-On Experience Running Continuous Improvement Projects/Events Through To Verified Closure. Important skills include Kaizen, Process Mapping, Value Stream Mapping, RRCA, 5S, and Standard Work. Preferred (not required): Lean Manufacturing, Factory Floor Layout, Kanbans, and Inventory Management.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

KaizenProcess MappingValue Stream MappingRRCA5SStandard WorkAdvanced Product Quality PlanningPFMEAControl PlansSPC8D5 WhysFishboneDIVEAS9100D14 CFR Part 21Engineering DrawingsGD&TInspection Data InterpretationIndirect InfluenceLeadershipEmotional IntelligenceLean ManufacturingFactory Floor LayoutKanbansInventory ManagementVisual Factory

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Quality, or Related Technical Field or Equivalent Demonstrated Competence8+ Years in Manufacturing Quality Role With Direct Hands-on Experience Running Continuous Improvement Projects/Events Through to Verified ClosureAS9100D Lead Auditor CertificationLean / Six Sigma Green Belt or Black BeltAerospace or Defense Manufacturing Background

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off

Full 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.

How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:

  • Use indirect influence to assemble and lead cross functional teams to drive process improvements, creating efficiency and standardization in support of company goals

  • Facilitate continuous improvement events such as Kaizen, Process Mapping, Value Stream Mapping, RRCA, 5S, Standard Work

  • Perform process walks, operator observations, and lead MFG team discussions to drive process enhancements to reduce variation

  • Lead/Drive Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) initiatives (PFMEA, control Plans, SPC, etc.) to drive quality upstream into the design process

  • Perform verification and validation of improvements to understand effectiveness

  • Identify opportunities for improvements to be leveraged across BETA

  • Assist in developing a Beta continuous improvement program and drive a culture of continuous improvement through training and other communication methods

  • Build and maintain a visible quality metrics dashboard that connects continuous improvement to company goals

  • Recommend and support updates to QMS procedures, work instructions, and forms when projects reveal process gaps or documentation deficiencies Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or related technical field — or equivalent demonstrated competence

  • 8+ years in a manufacturing quality role, with direct hands-on experience running continuous improvement projects/events through to verified closure

  • Proficiency in structured root cause analysis methods (8D, 5 Whys, Fishbone, DIVE, or equivalent), APQP, PFMEA

  • Working knowledge of AS9100D and 14 CFR Part 21 requirements

  • Ability to read engineering drawings, GD&T, and interpret inspection data

  • Motivated self starter with exceptional ability for indirect influence and team leadership with a high degree of emotional intelligence and ability to modify methods for audience Above and Beyond Qualifications:

  • AS9100D Lead Auditor certification

  • Lean / Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt

  • Aerospace or defense manufacturing background

  • Experience with lean manufacturing, factory floor layout, kanbans, inventory management, visual factory 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 $120,000 — $150,000 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.

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