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Archer · 1 month ago

Staff Manufacturing Engineer, Final Assembly

Santa Clara, California, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

$152K/yr - $190K/yr

8+ years exp

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. The Staff Manufacturing Engineer will lead a team responsible for Final Assembly, drive cross-functional collaboration, and ensure robust processes for aircraft production.

AerospaceAir TransportationElectric VehicleManufacturing

No H1B

Responsibilities

Lead a team of manufacturing engineers responsible for Final Assembly and development and optimization of build sequencing to align with system installations, component alignments, and certification-driven inspections

Drive cross-functional collaboration with design, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain to resolve fit, alignment, and system-integration challenges quickly and effectively

Oversee the creation of detailed work instructions, quality checkpoints, and fixture/tooling requirements to ensure consistency across shifts and builds

Serve as the technical authority for the Final Assembly Integrated Product Team, ensuring processes are robust, repeatable, and ready for certification and production ramp

Provide technical leadership for Final Assembly build operations, including structure integration, system installations, component alignment, and overall aircraft build sequencing, while simultaneously collaborating with Fuselage and Wing Integrated Product Teams

Qualification

Aerospace manufacturing experienceFinal assembly expertiseCAD proficiencyMechanical systems knowledgeLeadership skillsProblem-solving skillsHydraulic systems knowledgePneumatic systems knowledgeRegulatory knowledge (FAA)Teamcenter experienceSAP experiencePart 23 certification experienceEVTOL experienceAdvanced air mobility experienceCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's or advanced degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field

8+ years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, with a proven track record in final assembly for prototypes or experimental programs (EVTOL, rotorcraft, or other emerging aircraft strongly preferred)

Proven leadership of multi-disciplinary manufacturing teams in fast-paced environments

Proficiency in CAD (e.g., CATIA, NX) and familiarity with PLM/MES systems

Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to manage complex integration challenges under tight deadlines

Deep understanding of mechanical systems, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, and general aircraft assembly requirements, including regulatory (FAA) considerations