Technical Product Manager | Ground Support Equipment

Technical Overview

BETA Technologies is dedicated to advancing electric aviation through innovation and sustainability. The company fosters a dynamic, inclusive environment where employees contribute to positive environmental and social impacts.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier selection, qualification, and ongoing quality management for electronic assemblies and subsystems, focusing 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 New Product Introduction (NPI) through sustaining engineering and obsolescence planning
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and delivery terms with suppliers and CMs
• Establish and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for supplier performance, product quality, cost targets, and schedule adherence

Requirements

• 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+) and schedules for 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
• 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 Bill of Materials (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

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

Skills

• Electrical Engineering
• Product Management
• Supplier Management
• Project Management
• Quality Control
• Manufacturing Processes
• Electronic Schematics
• Contract Manufacturing
• Supplier Audits
• Cost Reduction
• Regulatory Compliance
• ERP/PLM Systems

Benefits

• Competitive Total Compensation package including Restricted Stock Units and Performance Stock Units
• Onsite healthcare in Vermont, comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision insurance
• Short- and long-term disability, and paid parental leave
• Free daily lunch and flight lessons
• Additional perks to enhance work-life balance

Pay

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.

Application

We encourage all driven candidates to apply, even if they do not meet every listed qualification. Please apply using the form provided.