<div>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.</div>Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Metallics Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead the development, qualification, and FAA certification of metallic materials, coatings, and surface finishes for our next-generation electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, certified under 14 CFR Part 23. This role is critical to ensure the safety, performance, and manufacturability of metallic structures and components across the vehicle. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in aerospace-grade metals, corrosion protection strategies, and surface engineering, along with a strong understanding of FAA certification requirements for metallic airframe components.What you’ll do<ul><li>Serve as the technical lead for metallic materials and processes including aluminum, titanium, high-strength steel, and other aerospace-grade alloys.</li><li>Provide technical guidance on surface finishes, protective coatings, and corrosion prevention strategies for metallic components.</li><li>Specify and validate heat treatment processes to achieve desired mechanical properties and fatigue performance.</li><li>Author and maintain material and process specifications, qualification plans, and test procedures.</li><li>Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and certification teams to ensure compliance with FAA Part 23 requirements.</li><li>Support failure analysis, root cause investigations, and corrective actions related to materials and processes.</li><li>Support supplier qualification and process audits for metallic parts and treatments.</li></ul>What you’ll need<ul><li>Master’s degree in Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.</li><li>Minimum 10 years of experience in aerospace materials and processes.</li><li>Strong working knowledge of surface treatments, heat treatments, and corrosion protection for aerospace metals.</li><li>Familiarity with FAA regulations, ASTM standards, MIL specs, MMPDS handbook, and NADCAP requirements.</li><li>Experience with material characterization, failure analysis, and process validation.</li><li>Working knowledge of MMPDS statistical methodologies for Design Allowable Properties development, including A-basis/B-basis determinations, outlier analysis, and statistical treatment of material test data for aerospace structural applications.</li><li>Strong communication and project management skills.</li><li>Experience with non-destructive testing (NDT) methods such as ultrasonic, eddy current, radiographic, and dye penetrant inspection is a plus.</li></ul>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 $151,680 - $189,600. 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 <a href="mailto:people@archer.com">people@archer.com</a>. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.<div><hr>Information collected and processed as part of any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Archer's <a href="https://archer.com/legal/personnel-candidate-privacy-policy">Candidate Privacy Policy</a>.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 <a href="mailto:People@archer.com">People@archer.com</a>. All employment processes are managed by the Archer People Team.</div>

Archer is designing and developing electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft for use in urban air mobility networks. Archer&rsquo;s mission is to unlock the skies, freeing everyone to reimagine how they move and spend time. Archer's team is based in Santa Clara, CA. To learn more, visit www.archer.com.

Materials and Processes Engineer, Metallics

<div>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.</div>Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Metallics Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead the development, qualification, and FAA certification of metallic materials, coatings, and surface finishes for our next-generation electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, certified under 14 CFR Part 23. This role is critical to ensure the safety, performance, and manufacturability of metallic structures and components across the vehicle. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in aerospace-grade metals, corrosion protection strategies, and surface engineering, along with a strong understanding of FAA certification requirements for metallic airframe components.What you’ll do<ul><li>Serve as the technical lead for metallic materials and processes including aluminum, titanium, high-strength steel, and other aerospace-grade alloys.</li><li>Provide technical guidance on surface finishes, protective coatings, and corrosion prevention strategies for metallic components.</li><li>Specify and validate heat treatment processes to achieve desired mechanical properties and fatigue performance.</li><li>Author and maintain material and process specifications, qualification plans, and test procedures.</li><li>Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and certification teams to ensure compliance with FAA Part 23 requirements.</li><li>Support failure analysis, root cause investigations, and corrective actions related to materials and processes.</li><li>Support supplier qualification and process audits for metallic parts and treatments.</li></ul>What you’ll need<ul><li>Master’s degree in&nbsp;Materials Science, Metallurgical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field.</li><li>Minimum&nbsp;10 years of experience&nbsp;in aerospace materials and processes.</li><li>Strong working knowledge of surface treatments, heat treatments, and corrosion protection for aerospace metals.</li><li>Familiarity with FAA regulations, ASTM standards, MIL specs, MMPDS handbook, and NADCAP requirements.</li><li>Experience with&nbsp;material characterization,&nbsp;failure analysis, and&nbsp;process validation.</li><li>Working knowledge of MMPDS statistical methodologies for Design Allowable Properties development, including A-basis/B-basis determinations, outlier analysis, and statistical treatment of material test data for aerospace structural applications.</li><li>Strong communication and project management skills.</li><li>Experience with non-destructive testing (NDT) methods such as ultrasonic, eddy current, radiographic, and dye penetrant inspection is a plus.</li></ul>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 $151,680 - $189,600. 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&nbsp;<a href="mailto:people@archer.com">people@archer.com</a>. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.<div><hr>Information collected and processed as part of any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Archer's <a href="https://archer.com/legal/personnel-candidate-privacy-policy">Candidate Privacy Policy</a>.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&nbsp;<a href="mailto:People@archer.com">People@archer.com</a>. All employment processes are managed by the Archer People Team.</div>

Materials and Processes Engineer, Metallics

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