Metrology Technician

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 Metrology Technicians perform a wide variety of inspections and investigations to ensure conformity with the type design engineering data. Metrology Technicians use both advanced equipment (laser trackers, portable arm CMMs) and traditional inspection equipment (micrometers, height gages, comparators, etc.) to inspect a wide variety of dimensional features. They document results, identify defects, and troubleshoot dimensional deviations to find root causes. How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:

• Perform Quality Control inspections & testing per executable Metrology programs and inspection work instructions in an aerospace manufacturing environment.

• Learn to develop Metrology programs for a variety of advanced inspection equipment.

• Create custom easily-interpreted Metrology reports for inspections and investigations.

• Inspect, report on, and help maintain manufacturing tooling and work holding jigs. Directly improve and maintain the quality and ease airframe assembly.

• Follow Non-Conformance control procedures to identify and prevent escape of dimensional defects.

• Retrieval and interpretation of technical data packages, including GD&T interpretation.

• Perform First Article Inspections per AS9102.

• Complete required documentation and enter into ERP system.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School graduate or equivalent.

• At least 2 years of experience in manufacturing operations.

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings.

• Demonstrated ability to create programs in a Graphical User Interface or Scripted User Interface. Metrology-specific programming not required.

• Experience or exposure to GD&T - performing dimensional inspections using precision measurement tools such as micrometers, calipers, gage blocks, etc.

• Proficient in computer applications such as Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, and/or web based software.

Above and Beyond Qualifications:

• Proficiency in GD&T and ASME Y14.5.

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar.

• Experience with AS9100 or other quality management systems.

• Working knowledge of CAD software including Catia, SolidWorks, or Onshape.

• Certification from American Society for Quality (ASQ).

• Experience with Metrology software such as PolyWorks, Calypso, Verisurf, or PC-DMIS., inspection equipment such as Laser Trackers, portable CMM arms, bridge CMM's, etc.

• Experience with quality control techniques such as Six Sigma.

• Experience with FAA regulations and Aerospace conformity requirements.

• Experience interfacing with Business Enterprise Systems such as Plex.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The work environment may require a combination of indoor and outdoor activities (hot, cold, wet, humid conditions) with a varied amount of walking, standing, sitting, climbing (i.e. ladders, stairs), balance (maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery surfaces), bending, reaching, handling (seizing, holding, grasping, turning, picking, punching), stooping, kneeling, crouching and ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds. Work may require the ability to operate material handling equipment (forklift, pallet jack, etc.) in a safe manner. While performing the duties of this job, employees may work around variable noise levels or with fume or airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, etc. requiring the use of personal protective equipment such as face protection (safety glasses, goggles, face shield, respirators), gloves, and hearing protection. Work duties may also be required to work in a standard office setting and to use standard office equipment, including a computer and/or the ability to travel by air or automobile. This position may be expected to work varying shifts and hours to ensure successful operation of activities in the organization. Some positions entail working with small parts/components. Employees must have excellent hand-eye coordination and good manual dexterity in both hands. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

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

$28—$34 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.