Ben Colbourn

Ben Colbourn is the Lead Additive Manufacturing Design Engineer at Beta Technologies, a company focused on developing electric aircraft.3 He oversees Beta's 3D printers, creating sophisticated shapes from specialty materials at a rapid pace.1 Colbourn joined Beta Technologies in its early stages, having been recruited by founder Kyle Clark when he was working at Burlington's Generator maker space.1

At Beta Technologies, Colbourn plays a crucial role in the company's rapid prototyping and design processes. His expertise in 3D printing and additive manufacturing contributes to Beta's development of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, including their Alia model.12

Before joining Beta, Colbourn had experience with drones, which made him a valuable addition to the startup.1 His current work at Beta Technologies involves using advanced 3D printing techniques to support the company's mission of pioneering commercial electric aviation.13