Supplier Quality Technician | Supply Chain

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.

Our Supplier Quality Technician position performs inspections to ensure conformity with the type design engineering data. They identify defects, and report when instances of poor-quality items increase. Supplier Quality Technicians assist the Supplier Quality Engineers with Corrective Actions and help execute actions identified from them. You'll play a key role in ensuring that all products meet our established requirements for reliability and workmanship, as well as other quality control program standards. The ideal candidate has keen attention to detail and is proficient in using precision dimensional inspection equipment including, but not limited to, calipers and micrometers.

How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:

• Assist Quality Engineers with Conformity efforts Ensuring parts have proper documentation, properly segregated; and dispositioned as needed
• Periodic inspection of components during Corrective actions investigations and Containment activities
• Contribute to the RCCA(root cause/Corrective action) discussions
• Assist with FAI review and inspection action identified by Quality Engineering
• Assist in the generation of First Article Inspections per AS9100
• Complete required documentation and enter it into the ERP system, create inspection reports as needed
• Inspects incoming components and raw materials using precision measuring instruments to determine conformance to product specifications and Aerospace Standards as required
• Assign traceability to incoming raw material, quarantine, and scrap components
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
• Perform tasks as needed per individual jobs
• Maintain a clean work environment, and comply with safety requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and Engineering drawings
• At least 1 year of experience in manufacturing operations
• Working knowledge of GD&T
• Experience performing dimensional inspections using standard precision measurement tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gage blocks
• Proficient in the use of computer applications such as Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, and/or web-based software
• Attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to work independently, but function as a team player

Above and Beyond Qualifications that will distinguish you:

• Corrective actions Discipline (8D, RCCA) experience
• Two or four-year degree in Engineering (mechanical or electrical preferred)
• Working knowledge of CAD software including Catia, or Onshape
• Two or more years of experience in Quality Control in Aerospace
• Certification from the American Society for Quality (ASQ)
• Experience with quality control techniques such as Six Sigma
• Knowledge of Quality Management Systems such as AS9100
• Knowledge of FAA regulations and Aerospace conformity requirements
• Experienced interfacing with Business Enterprise Systems such as Plex
• Experience with Inspection software such as InspectionXpert, NetInspect, or equivalent reporting software
• Experience working with a manufacturing team to develop new processes

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment using OSHA-required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time and lift a minimum of 50 lbs

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

$26-$35 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.