Modeling and Performance Engineer | Flight Sciences

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.

The Modeling and Performance Engineer will be responsible for analyzing, modeling, and testing fixed wing and vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft performance. They will work with component and aircraft-level test data to identify improvements in underlying models to better estimate and optimize aircraft performance. They will also develop and maintain company performance tools that are validated, traceable, and scalable. This role will span both R&D and Certification activities, supporting concepts from design through flight test demonstrations of regulatory requirements.

• Conduct aircraft performance analyses for both fixed and VTOL aircraft across all phases of flight
• Develop mission profile analyses and associated tools for subsystem design, flight planning, Pilot Operating Handbook (POH) performance charts, and concepts of operations (CONOPs) development
• Support performance flight testing from test card generation to data reduction, model updates, and certification reports

• Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• 3-5 years of experience in aircraft performance analysis and/or flight testing
• Experience modeling and simulating aircraft dynamics and associated subsystems
• Experience with MATLAB, Simulink, and Python
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• Experience with system identification techniques, from test definition through analysis and model validation
• Experience with aerodynamic analysis methods of varying fidelity (panel methods, CFD, etc.)
• Experience building and maintaining performance tools that generate work products such as mission profiles, performance charts, and performance projections
• In-depth knowledge of design, analysis, and flight test validation of aircraft control laws

$85,000 - $130,000 a year

BETA offers a competitive Total Compensation package designed to support you now and as you grow with us. This role includes both Restricted Stock Units and Performance Stock Units for all full‑time team members, so everyone shares in our success. You’ll have access to onsite healthcare in Vermont, comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision, short‑ and long‑term disability, and paid parental leave.

We also take care of the everyday details with daily lunch provided, and yes—flight lessons are part of the experience, along with a range of additional perks that make work here genuinely rewarding.

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.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.