<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>What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Work on Archer’s most challenging composite structures; provide manufacturing input (in regards to processing technique, tooling methods, splicing guidelines, etc.) to help solve recurring issues</li></ul>Mentor and guide manufacturing engineers and technicians at all levels, setting best practices, championing innovative problem-solving, and fostering a hands-on culture of ownership and accountability<ul><li>Serve as the primary subject matter expert on the shop floor, leading root-cause analysis and implementing timely corrective actions</li><li>Work closely with design team to provide manufacturing input during initial design stages</li><li>Develop composite processing techniques utilizing new approaches, materials and tooling methods</li><li>Drive tooling strategies and fixture development for prototype builds, balancing the need for high precision with practical solutions suited to rapidly evolving programs</li><li>Export flat patterns &amp; laser projection files from Fibersim and troubleshoot any issues seen on the shop floor with files</li></ul>What You Need:<ul><li>10+ years in aerospace manufacturing, with a focus on airframe assembly and composite structures; prototype or experimental aircraft experience strongly preferred.</li><li>Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent experience)</li><li>Hands-on experience with composites materials, exhibiting strong fabrication skills and assembly intuition</li><li>Proven track record of driving DFM principles for complex composite parts (layup, bonding, cure)</li><li>Understanding of composite part design, material properties, allowables and testing</li><li>Proficiency in 3D CAD Software (NX preferred)</li><li>Experience using Fibersim or Composite Workbench</li><li>Demonstrated exposure to prototype environment with ability to problem solve</li></ul>Bonus Qualifications:<ul><li>Hands-on experience with composites demonstrated through past work experience, personal project or student team</li><li>Ability to operate composites related equipment; autoclaves, laser projectors, ply cutters, laser trackers</li><li>Experience with various composite inspection techniques, M&amp;P standards and test equipment</li><li>Passion for aviation and eVTOLs</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 $136,000.00 - $171,000.00. 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.

Staff Manufacturing Engineer

<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>What You’ll Do:<ul><li>Work on Archer’s most challenging composite structures; provide manufacturing input (in regards to processing technique, tooling methods, splicing guidelines, etc.) to help solve recurring issues</li></ul>Mentor and guide manufacturing engineers and technicians at all levels, setting best practices, championing innovative problem-solving, and fostering a hands-on culture of ownership and accountability<ul><li>Serve as the primary subject matter expert on the shop floor, leading root-cause analysis and implementing timely corrective actions</li><li>Work closely with design team to provide manufacturing input during initial design stages</li><li>Develop composite processing techniques utilizing new approaches, materials and tooling methods</li><li>Drive tooling strategies and fixture development for prototype builds, balancing the need for high precision with practical solutions suited to rapidly evolving programs</li><li>Export flat patterns &amp; laser projection files from Fibersim and troubleshoot any issues seen on the shop floor with files</li></ul>What You Need:<ul><li>10+ years in aerospace manufacturing, with a focus on airframe assembly and composite structures; prototype or experimental aircraft experience strongly preferred.</li><li>Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent experience)</li><li>Hands-on experience with composites materials, exhibiting strong fabrication skills and assembly intuition</li><li>Proven track record of driving DFM principles for complex composite parts (layup, bonding, cure)</li><li>Understanding of composite part design, material properties, allowables and testing</li><li>Proficiency in 3D CAD Software (NX preferred)</li><li>Experience using Fibersim or Composite Workbench</li><li>Demonstrated exposure to prototype environment with ability to problem solve</li></ul>Bonus Qualifications:<ul><li>Hands-on experience with composites demonstrated through past work experience, personal project or student team</li><li>Ability to operate composites related equipment; autoclaves, laser projectors, ply cutters, laser trackers</li><li>Experience with various composite inspection techniques, M&amp;P standards and test equipment</li><li>Passion for aviation and eVTOLs</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 $136,000.00 - $171,000.00. 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>

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