Archer56

Powertrain (EPS) Manufacturing Technician Lead

San Jose, California, United States · Contract

No sponsorship$55k-$72kDetected 9 days ago

SAPERPLeadershipCommunicationMicrosoft Office

About the role

As part of the mission at Archer, we're scaling production of our cutting-edge Electric Propulsion System (EPS) - the heart of our eVTOL aircraft.
EPS comprises the Electric Motor, Inverter and Propeller assemblies.
In this role, you will take full ownership of engineering projects while naturally leading the line by training junior technicians and managing seamless shift handoffs.

Responsibilities

Support & Guide the Team: Serve as a key point of contact on the floor by assisting with onboarding, training junior team members, and ensuring smooth communication during shift handoffs.
Partner with Engineering: Work closely with engineering teams to support equipment bring-up, provide feedback on process validation, and help bridge the gap between design and production.
Execute Complex Assemblies: Build electric engines (including inverters, stators, gearboxes, and motors) using a mix of manual, semi-automated, and automated equipment.
Assemble Tools & Fixtures: Setup and build basic lab fixtures and assembly tools to support the line's build flows.
Ensure Quality & Precision: Perform detailed inspections and product measurements using metrology tools (calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, measurement microscopes) to maintain strict quality standards.
Technical Assembly Expertise: Strong hands-on experience building complex mechanical and electronic assemblies using technical documentation, schematics, and blueprints.
Quality & Documentation Focus: High workmanship standards with the ability to closely follow formal build instructions, accurately document deviations, and utilize Microsoft Office for clear reporting.
Print Reading & Drafting Standards: Solid understanding of drafting standards with the ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings to build parts and assemblies.
Work closely with engineering teams to support equipment bring-up, provide feedback on process validation, and help bridge the gap between design and production.
Build electric engines (including inverters, stators, gearboxes, and motors) using a mix of manual, semi-automated, and automated equipment.

Requirements

If you are a recruiting agency or individual recruiter wishing to do business with Archer, please reach out to People@archer.com.
An Associate's Degree (or equivalent industry experience) paired with 5+ years of manufacturing experience, including 3+ years specifically focused on electric engine assembly.
Familiarity with 5S organization and a strict adherence to maintenance safety protocols (including LOTO, Arc Flash, etc.).

Nice to have

Active IPC Certifications or strong knowledge of IPC standards.
Direct experience assembling or working with stator windings.
Experience utilizing SAP or similar enterprise ERP systems.
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
Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Archer is committed to provide a safe workplace and a safe aircraft.
This is a safety sensitive designated role.
Employment in safety sensitive positions is contingent on successful passage of a background check and is subject to pre-employment and random drug screening.

Skills

Proficient in using measurement and inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, CMM) to ensure high-quality standards.

Compensation

For this position we are targeting an hourly base pay between $55.00 - $72.00.

Benefits

Maintain Line Health: Perform routine equipment maintenance and keep the workspace calibrated and audit-ready.
Experience & Education: An Associate's Degree (or equivalent industry experience) paired with 5+ years of manufacturing experience, including 3+ years specifically focused on electric engine assembly.

Company info

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.
As a Powertrain (EPS) Manufacturing Technician Lead, you will be in a hands-on role assembling variants of engines for our Midnight aircraft, utilizing your deep electromechanical expertise to troubleshoot complex builds, interpret schematics, and execute critical reworks in a fast-paced, non-standardized environment.
Serve as a key point of contact on the floor by assisting with onboarding, training junior team members, and ensuring smooth communication during shift handoffs.

Visa & Work Authorization

Archer is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position at the present time.

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