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.
A team member in the welder/fabricator role is responsible for various types of metal fabrication preparation, welding, and weld finishing operations to manufacture products to drawings, specifications, or other forms of instruction. They are also motivated and enthusiastic about safety, quality, and creativity of the team. They would support the process of fabricating/modifying test fixtures, tooling, structures, vehicles, and planes to support the future of electric aviation in an R&D and Production capacity. Beta is a fast-paced company, all jobs have a sense of urgency.
How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:
Proficient in assigned fabrication techniques
Knowledge of wire and filler materials applications for various steel alloys, aluminum, and some exotic materials
Working knowledge of fixtures and fabrication set-up parameters
Conventional and precision measuring instruments
Process inspection, certification, and documentation
Equipment maintenance
Safety and housekeeping
Other duties as assigned by the area lead
High energy, self-motivated, organized and detail-oriented
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum five years of relevant fabrication experience (welding, shearing, sawing, grinding, and cutting)
Self-starter that is well organized, disciplined, team player and well versed in structural analysis
Good team communication skills required
Working knowledge of basic hand tools
Knowledge of cutting operations
GMAW of steel (short circuit & pulse transfer)
FCAW of steel
GTAW of steel, aluminum, & stainless steel
Google G -Suite including drive, mail, calendar, docs, sheets, slides, charts, hangouts;
slack, application lifecycle
Above and Beyond Qualifications that will distinguish you:
Ten years of relevant fabrication experience (welding, shearing, sawing, grinding, and cutting)
AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Certifications up to 1” Steel
AWS D17.1 Aerospace Welding Certification for 6G Stainless Steel
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this job, the individual is regularly required to talk or hear. The individual frequently is required to sit. The individual is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The individual must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the individual is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and explosives. The noise level in the work environment across Beta is usually moderate. However, in this instance this job it is required to wear proper ear protection due to the time and decibel level the team is exposed to.
Inclusivity Statement
Each of our backgrounds influences how we evaluate our own abilities. Research reveals that BIPOC, LGBTQ+, women, those from working-class backgrounds, individuals with disabilities, and other marginalized groups may hesitate to apply for roles if they don't meet all the requirements. Many skills can be learned on the job. If you can envision contributing value to our community and meet most criteria, we encourage you to apply.
BETA Technologies provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, health coverage status, HIV status, genetic information, crime victim status, pregnancy or a pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. The company does not discriminate, and will not discriminate, and will not tolerate discrimination, based on any of these characteristics during the application process or in employment.
All offers of employment at BETA Technologies are contingent upon favorable results of a thorough background check.
