Master Data Engineer | Configuration Management
BETA Technologies
Software Engineering, Data Science
South Burlington, VT, USA
USD 80k-110k / year + Equity
Posted on Feb 13, 2026
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.
As a Master Data Engineer, you'll be a critical team member in maintaining the technical integrity of our aircraft product structures, directly supporting FAA certification processes through meticulous data management and configuration control.
The Configuration and Lifecycle Management team members work cross-functionally with Certification Engineers, Systems Engineers, Design Engineers, and other Aircraft Stakeholders providing critical data and process inputs to master data changes and maintaining the traceability and auditability of the configuration and release of Aircraft Product Structure in the PLM and ERP system environments or other databases.
How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation:
- Manage detailed bill of materials (BOMs)for all levels of design (eBOM), manufacturing (mBOM), as-built BOM, as-delivered BOM and in-service BOM. Coordinate with design, manufacturing and other disciplines to ensure proper master data is defined and captured
- Will have intimate knowledge of BOM attributes, Manipulate the BOM in order to produce various configurations for purposes such as engineering bill of material release, material planning, flight test configurations and customer deliveries
- Author and maintain procedures related to master data collection, reconciliation and alignment with BOM management, BOM release and BOM baselines. Duties may include BOM traceability including reconciliation of an eBOM to an as-built configuration
- Will have knowledge of Master Data Management within a product lifecycle management (PLM) tool, preferably 3DXperience
- Assist in defining the individual metadata and associated parameters for new and existing data items
- Maintain the product structure including applying updated master data attributes including key and critical characteristics.
- Maintain correct configuration effectivity in a certification/regulatory environment
- Developie training and providing detailed instructions to assist others with master data development
Minimum Qualifications:
- Deep knowledge of configuration management processes, familiarity with SAE-649
- 5+ years of experience in aerospace or other regulated design and manufacturing industry
- BS in a relevant engineering or quality discipline or equivalent education and experience
- Production Lifecycle and Enterprise Resource Planning software (3Dx, Teamcenter, Plex, SAP)
- Requirements, Test, and Change Management software (DOORS, Polarion, JIRA)
- Proficient with 3D CAD Software (Catia/Enovia preferred)
- Strong skills in MS Excel for analyzing and comparing product structures
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with internal and external customers
- High energy, self-motivated, organized, and detail oriented
Above and Beyond Qualifications:
- Familiarity with 3D digital thread and/or model-based definition (MBD) environments
- Strong analytical, problem solving and decision-making abilities
- Ability to think on your feet, suggest solutions, adjust priorities and move forward
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
- Aerospace production environment with most work being done in an office environment
- Significant onsite work at Beta Technologies locations in Burlington, VT
Build electric airplanes with us!
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.
80000 - 110000 USD a year
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.