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.
BETA is seeking a Technical Product Manager to join our team in South Burlington, Vermont. This position will lead the strategic development and production of ground support equipment for electric aircraft charging systems. Primary responsibilities include managing external supplier relationships, overseeing PCBA and electronics design projects with contract manufacturers, mitigating technical risks, and driving products from concept through volume manufacturing. This role requires both technical depth to understand electrical systems and program management expertise to coordinate budgets, timelines, quality, and multi-stakeholder projects.
How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:
Lead supplier selection, qualification, and ongoing quality management for electronic assemblies and subsystems, with emphasis on establishing USA-based manufacturing partnerships
Manage design and production projects with contract manufacturers (CMs)
Own budgets, schedules, and resource allocation for hardware development programs from prototype through production
Assess and mitigate technical risks across electrical systems including power conversion, battery management, vehicle communication interfaces, and charging infrastructure
Support requirements definition and specifications for PCBAs, power electronics, and control systems in collaboration with internal engineering teams
Drive supplier quality initiatives including root cause analysis, corrective actions, and process improvements
Manage product lifecycle from NPI (New Product Introduction) through sustaining engineering and obsolescence planning
Negotiate contracts, pricing, and delivery terms with suppliers and CMs
Establish and track KPIs for supplier performance, product quality, cost targets, and schedule adherence
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field and 5+ years of experience in technical program management or product management
Proven experience managing contract manufacturers and external suppliers for electronic products
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, PCB layouts, and technical specifications
Experience managing budgets ($1M+), schedules, and cross-functional technical projects
Strong understanding of electronics manufacturing processes including PCBA assembly, testing, and quality control
Working knowledge of design for manufacturability (DFM), design for test (DFT), and DFMEA methodologies
Experience with supplier quality management, including audits, corrective actions, and continuous improvement
Excellent technical communication skills to interface between engineers and business stakeholders
Above and Beyond Qualifications:
Master's degree in Engineering, Engineering Management, or MBA
Experience building domestic (USA-based) electronics supply chains and manufacturing partnerships
Direct experience with high-voltage DC systems, power electronics, or electric vehicle charging equipment
Knowledge of EV charging standards (J1772, ISO 15118, DIN 70121, IEC 61851) and associated certification requirements
Experience with UL, CE, or other regulatory compliance and certification processes
Experience with ERP/PLM systems for managing BOMs, change orders, and production data
Track record of successful cost reduction and value engineering initiatives
Strong negotiation skills and experience with international and domestic supplier contracts
Additional Information
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.
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