Wiring Harness Designer \u007C Harness Team
Company: BETA Technologies
Location: South Burlington
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description 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. BETA is seeking a Wiring Harness Designer to own 2D
harness schematics in Engineering Base for production aircraft,
ground support equipment, and test tools. You will translate
interface requirements into complete, manufacturing-ready wiring
designs and collaborate with 3D Design Engineers who use 3DX/CATIA
to route harnesses through the aircraft. The role is primarily 2D;
prior experience with Engineering Base is helpful but not
required—we will train a highly detail?oriented candidate. There is
meaningful opportunity to use Python, SQL/SQLite, and Git to
automate sizing, checks, and data handoffs to manufacturing. How
you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation: Gather
and interpret interface and configuration requirements from system
teams and flight/production stakeholders. Create complete 2D wiring
schematics in Engineering Base, including wire IDs, pin/terminal
assignments, shielding/grounding, and splice logic. Select
components (wire/cable, connectors/contacts, backshells,
protection, labels/markers) that meet environmental, electrical,
and maintainability needs. Perform wire sizing, bundle
calculations, voltage drop, and derating calculations per BETA
standards and applicable EWIS guidance (e.g. SAE AS50881).
Collaborate with 3D Design Engineers in 3DX/CATIA to support
routing, packaging, strain relief, bend radius, clamp spacing, and
chafe protection. Produce manufacturing-ready Technical Data
Packages: schematics, run lists/netlists, termination tables, BOMs
with alternates, assembly drawings, labels, and test requirements.
Drive designs through release in 3DX/PLM, maintain configuration
control, and support changes. Partner with the Harness Build Team
and Production to incorporate DFM/DFS feedback, reduce cost/weight,
improve build time, and enhance serviceability. Support harness
build, bench test (e.g., continuity/hipot), and on?aircraft
installation; resolve issues and update designs promptly. Use and
extend internal automation (Python, SQL/SQLite, Git) for wire
sizing, design rule checks, data validation, and automated
generation of manufacturing packages; contribute to internal web
tools and databases. Minimum Qualifications: 0–3 years in wiring
harness or closely related electrical/mechanical design; we will
train strong, detail?oriented candidates. Working knowledge of
electrical fundamentals and wiring basics; ability to read/create
2D wiring diagrams. Familiarity with harness manufacturability and
common build practices; willingness to collaborate on the shop
floor. Ability to perform basic sizing and verification (ampacity,
voltage drop, temperature/altitude derating) with guidance. Comfort
working with structured data and version control
(spreadsheets/databases and Git). Clear, consistent documentation
habits and strong attention to detail. Exposure to Engineering Base
or similar tools (E3 series, Capital, SolidWorks Electrical) and to
PLM systems preferred, but not required. Above and Beyond
Qualifications: Hands-on harness design for aerospace, automotive,
rail, or industrial equipment. Experience with Engineering Base and
3DX/CATIA; familiarity with releasing parts/drawings in PLM.
Knowledge of aerospace harness components and standards (can be
learned): AS22759/AS81044 wire, MIL?DTL?38999 and micro?D
connectors, AS39029 contacts, backshells/strain relief,
heat?shrink, braid, clamps/lacing; awareness of SAE AS50881/EWIS
and IPC/WHMA?A?620. Experience generating or executing harness test
requirements and using harness testers (e.g., Cirris, DIT?MCO).
Python scripting and SQL/SQLite for automation; familiarity with
internal web apps and Microsoft stack (e.g., SharePoint/Power
BI/PowerApps) is a plus. Experience integrating data with internal
services or S3?style object storage. Physical Demands and Work
Environment: Primary location: South Burlington, Vermont production
facility. Montreal, QC may be possible with periodic travel to
Vermont. Frequent collaboration in the harness shop and on the
production floor; occasional work inside aircraft. Ability to
inspect harnesses in aircraft production environments preferred 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. 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. 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.
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