Project Engineer, Propulsion

About the role

BETA Technologies is seeking a Project Engineer to lead propulsion product development programs. You will coordinate cross‑functional teams, manage schedules, budgets, and communicate progress to leadership while supporting electric aviation innovation.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage propulsion development programs, ensuring alignment with business milestones.
• Coordinate work across engineering, certification, supply chain, finance, quality, safety, and production systems.
• Track budgets, labor costs, and provide regular executive updates on milestones, risks, and status.
• Schedule and oversee test programs in Beta facilities and external labs, supporting flight‑test activities.
• Manage engineering drawing releases, R&D hardware procurement, inventory, and documentation updates.
• Identify risks, create contingency plans, and define processes to improve motor development effectiveness.

Required profile

• Engineering degree or equivalent with at least 3 years of project engineering or program management experience.
• Proven ability to lead large, complex projects in a high‑quality, traceable environment.
• Strong organizational, time‑management, and communication skills for multi‑stakeholder settings.
• Self‑directed, able to work autonomously in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

Required skills

• Project management tools such as MSProject and Jira.
• Catia 3DX or equivalent CAD software.
• Google G‑suite (Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Calendar) and Slack.
• ERP system experience.

What we offer

• Competitive salary $120,000–$150,000 USD per year.
• Restricted and Performance Stock Units for full‑time employees.
• On‑site healthcare, dental, vision, disability, and paid parental leave.
• Daily lunch, flight lessons, and a vibrant, inclusive culture.