Location: San Jose,CA, USA
Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise.Our sights are set high and our problems are hard, and we believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members.What You'll Do: Manage the production of electric powertrains (battery, inverter, motor, gearbox)Work closely with the engineering teams to support manual, semi-automated, and automated equipment bring-up, process validation, and operationsSupervise, coach, mentor manufacturing techniciansParticipate in build readiness reviews and execute build planReview and maintain standard work instructionsCreate and maintain training materials and logsManage line side inventory and production ordersManage day to day operations to meet production targetsGenerate daily production and quality reports for engineering and operations teamSupport root cause investigations & corrective action trackingDevelop and enforce 5S practicesDrive continuous improvements in operationsCreate Voice Of Customer requirements and documentation to continuously improve Manufacturing Execution System (MES) features, operations dashboards, and other operations workflows.Provide feedback to application developers on how tools are used on the shop floor to drive enhancements.Work with cross-functional teams from IT, manufacturing, program management to deliver world class tools to automate traditional operations problems. Examples include material planning, build schedule, factory performance, preventive maintenance, 5S audits, MRO inventory.What You Need: Bachelor's degree in related field2+ years in leadership position5+ years in manufacturing, EV and / or aerospace preferredExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsEffective organizational and time management skillsEfficient documentation and written communicationSelf-motivated with the ability to work independently or as part of a teamAbility to work in a fast paced and highly regulated environment with adaptability to changing prioritiesDirect hands on build experience with mechanical and electronic assemblies using sophisticated manufacturing equipmentHigh workmanship standardsBasic knowledge of GD&TFamiliarity with 5S or similar workplace organization methodsExperience following all aspects of maintenance safety protocol (LOTO, 5S, Arc Flash, etc.).Experience using PLM, MES, and ERP softwareDirect experience architecting or developing apps in low code environmentsUnderstanding of AS9100 requirementsUnderstanding aircraft safety, tool control, FOD, and industry standardsAbility to provide off-hours and on-call supportBonus Qualifications: Knowledge of IPC 610/620 & AC43.13-BA&P certificationEV/eVTOL knowledge or experienceExperience with high voltage wiring, batteries, and electric motorAircraft configuration management and conformity experienceDirect experience programming and troubleshooting industrial automation (PLC, robots, gantries, etc…)Basic CAD experience (i.e. NX, Catia, Solidworks)Please note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not include an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications.At Archer we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent that possess the skills and leadership necessary to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that supports the Company's business strategy. For this position we are targeting a base pay between $163,200.00 - $204,000. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.Archer is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities, and those with sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants who may require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should provide their name and contact information to Archer's People Team at ...@archer.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.Archer is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position at the present time. Archer is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Archer Aviation does not engage with external recruiting agencies/individual recruiters with whom it does not have a prior written agreement. Archer reserves the right to make use of any unsolicited resumes that it receives and bears no responsibility for payment of any fees asserted from the use of unsolicited resumes. If you are a recruiting agency or individual recruiter wishing to do business with Archer, please reach out to ...@archer.com . All employment processes are managed by the Archer People Team.#J-18808-Ljbffr