Manufacturing Technician, Electric Propulsion System

Job Description

Archer Aviation is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to join their Electric Propulsion System team in San Jose, California. In this role, the technician will be responsible for the hands-on assembly of components for the Midnight aircraft. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical aptitude and experience with mechanical assemblies.Archer Aviation is dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces differences and supports all team members.What this role involves:

• Assembling and testing custom mechanisms
• Assembling the integrated tilt mechanism, engine, and propeller system
• Working closely with the engineering teams to support process validation
• Troubleshooting equipment and process issues
• Debugging issues during assembly and test processes
• Ensuring all quality standards are followed to ensure safety of aircraft
• Building basic lab fixtures and tools, and give feedback for improvements
• Performing routine maintenance on equipment
• Performing inspections and measurements of product dimensions using basic metrology tools
• Documenting and reporting quality findings

Requirements:

• Associate's Degree, or 5+ years in aerospace (preferred) or automotive industry
• Direct hands-on build experience with mechanical assemblies using technical documentation with strong mechanical aptitude
• Experience with fastening operations, bearing presses, and other mechanical assembly processes
• Ability to follow formal build instructions and document any deviations from those instructions or requirements
• High workmanship standards with attention to detail
• Proficient using Microsoft Office
• Basic knowledge of drafting standards (read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings) to understand parts and assemblies
• Experience using measurement and inspection (calipers, micrometer, depth gauges, feeler gauges, measurement microscope, borescope, etc.)
• Familiarity with 5S or similar workplace organization methods
• Experience following all aspects of maintenance safety protocol (LOTO, 5S, Arc Flash, etc.)

What this role offers:

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge electric propulsion technology
• Chance to contribute to a sustainable air mobility mission
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment