Software Configuration Management Lead | Configuration Management

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 Software Configuration Management Lead is responsible for ensuring aircraft configuration compliance with FAA and Industry requirements. Beta is looking for a Software Configuration Management expert to lead the development of all necessary systems and processes that will drive us forward as an Aerospace OEM. The Lead will work closely with the Airworthiness, Engineering, Production, and Quality teams to implement and operate configuration control processes for full aircraft development of Software Systems. They will administer the regular meeting and agenda of the Problem Resolution (PRB) and Change Review Boards (CRB). This person will work as a focal point with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure that the software configuration of all aircraft products is fully defined, traceable, and auditable for the complete lifecycle of all developed aircraft.How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:Co-develop and implement a full set of company level aerospace software configuration management plans, processes and documentation for the development and certification of new aircraft platformsEnsure maintenance of all type / production design configurations for full-service life of configured productsEstablish a process to produce full configuration for any required software configurations or software asset builds to support FAA (or other authority) auditAdminister and coordinate the Problem Resolution and Change Review Boards and relevant related configuration processes and activitiesCoordinate correct definition of change scope & effectivity for hardware and software to maintain correct configuration definitions of all aircraft and verification assetsHelp to grow and develop the software configuration management team to support aircraft development and certification according to scheduleSupport and training for process stakeholders in relevant BETA software configuration and software change management processes and systemsMinimum Qualifications:10+ years of experience working in Aerospace Configuration Management and or Program Management roleBackground in supply chain, quality and or engineering to understand how these systems interact with Configuration ManagementKnowledge & experience in FAA certification/compliance requirements related to software configuration managementKnowledge & experience in ARP 4754A and EIA-649Experience in RTCA DO-178C or RTCA DO-254 requirements for software and hardware configuration managementPreferred BS in a relevant engineering or quality discipline or equivalent education and experienceExperience as an administrator with ALM (Polarion) and PLM (3DExperience) or equivalent ALM and PLM systems valuedPassion for safety through quality in both design, software development, and manufacturingExcellent written and verbal communication skills with internal and external customersHigh energy, self-motivated, organized and detail orientedAbove and Beyond Qualifications:End to end experience with certification and launch of newly developed aircraft productsStrong problem solving and root cause corrective action investigation backgroundActively involved in thousands of changes within a test programThe 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$130,000—$150,000 USDBuild 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.