Verification Engineer, Flight Instruments

About the role

BETA Technologies is seeking a Verification Engineer to define, execute, and document verification activities for electric aircraft avionics and flight instruments. This hybrid position bridges systems engineering and software, focusing on ARP4754A‑derived requirements in both lab and aircraft environments.

Key responsibilities

• Author, execute, and maintain test plans, procedures, and reports for system‑ and subsystem‑level requirements.
• Develop and run test scripts for bench and aircraft testing environments.
• Perform traceability analysis and coverage assessments to meet ARP4754A, DO‑178C, and DO‑254 objectives.
• Participate in verification strategy development and certification deliverables.
• Lead test witnessing, troubleshooting, and results analysis across hardware/software boundaries.
• Coordinate with internal engineering teams and suppliers to validate system functionality and integration.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with ARP4754A‑based verification and familiarity with DO‑178C and/or DO‑254.
• Proficiency in Python or C for test automation or scripting.
• Experience with requirements‑based testing, regression testing, and traceability audits.
• Comfortable using verification tools such as Polarion, JIRA, and Confluence.

Required skills

• Python
• C programming
• Polarion
• JIRA
• Confluence
• Vector CANoe (or similar automotive test environments)
• ARP4754A methodology
• DO‑178C and DO‑254 knowledge
• ARINC 429, CAN, or other vehicle bus protocols

What we offer

• Competitive total compensation ($80,000–$120,000 USD) with Restricted Stock Units and Performance Stock Units.
• On‑site healthcare in Vermont, comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and paid parental leave.
• Daily lunch, flight lessons, and a range of additional perks.