Midnight Certification Instructor Pilot

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.

We are seeking an experienced and talented Midnight Instructor Pilot- The ideal candidate will conduct training and evaluation of pilots in flight training devices full flight simulators and aircraft. Additionally they will be responsible to ensure standardization and proper execution of SOPs. This particular role will be a required role in the FAA certification of Midnight.

What youll do:

• Support production and validation of aircraft systems policies and procedures in the Midnight Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM)
• Conduct safe professional and effective flight training for company pilots customers and other stakeholders for the Midnight eVTOL aircraft to include Archer Air OEM Test pilots factory Instructors FAA Flight Standards Board pilots FAA ASIs and FSDO ASIs
• Acts as a SME (Subject Matter Expert) assisting in the development and delivery of comprehensive training programs including classroom instruction simulator training and in-aircraft instruction by providing technical expertise on eVTOL aircraft systems performance and flight characteristics to trainees and other team members
• Collaborates closely with OEM engineering and instructional design teams to develop and refine course materials lesson plans and instructional guides to ensure comprehensive training coverage
• Work with regulatory bodies and internal compliance teams to ensure training programs meet or exceed FAA and other applicable international standards
• Must be knowledgeable in applicable FAA regulations/publications Company policies/procedures and aircraft systems
• Continuously monitors and evaluates pilot performance compliance & competencies through assessment techniques feedback sessions and detailed performance reports to provide data-driven feedback to trainees identify trends and support continuous improvement in training practices.
• Ensures standardization through proper training and training resource utilization identifies training gaps and suggests improvements to enhance Archers training programs and materials
• Excellent and effective communications skills with the ability to collaborate with multiple Archer Aviation and Archer Air training stakeholders
• Communicates and verifies compliance of Company philosophies policies and procedures to line pilots
• Must be able to travel 25% of the time
• Maintain flight proficiency & Instructor/Evaluator (I/E) proficiency
• Be an optimistic innovative and results-driven problem solver
• Provide out-front servant leadership and mentor-ship to junior pilots to ensure their success and professional development
• Acts as a safety ambassador promoting Archers safety culture in all training and flight activities
• Help to support Archer Airs mission by providing high-quality structured and dynamic flight instruction to create a safe and proficient pilot community
• Eager to contribute to the development of innovative modern teaching and training programs
• This position is focused on Midnights certification with the FAA follow on roles to be discussed once certification is completed

What you need:

• FAA commercial (airplane or helicopter) with instrument rating
• FAA CFI
• Current class I or II medical certificate
• 2000 total hours with 750 hours of instruction experience

Bonus qualifications:

• FAA ATP certificate
• FAA CFII
• Military powered-lift pilot or instructor pilot
• Experience in flight test programs or familiarity with flight test protocols
• Part 135 or 121 start-up experience
• Previous FAA DPE APD LCP or TCE experience
• Familiarity with instructional systems design (ISD) principles or adult learning methodologies to help create more effective training modules
• Proficiency in using flight training software simulators or learning management systems (LMS)

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.

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 Companys business strategy. For this position we are targeting a base pay between $151680.00 - $189600.00. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge skills and experience.

We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race color creed religion sex gender identity sexual orientation national origin disability uniform service Veteran status age or any other protected characteristic per federal state or local law including those with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

By applying you agree to be bound by our candidate privacy policy.

This role is designated as a safety-sensitive position. This designation means that your position carries significant responsibility for the safety and wellbeing of yourself your peers others in the workplace and our current or future passengers.

As an employee in a safety-sensitive role you are expected to adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines outlined by ArcherAir. Additionally it is imperative that you refrain from engaging in any activities including but not limited to substance abuse that may impair your ability to perform your duties safely and effectively.

As a condition of your engagement you will be required to clear an FAA DOT Pre-Employment Drug test and pass any subsequent tests administered through your required participation in Archers randomized pool. The drug test must be completed prior to training and will be coordinated at Archer Airs direction. This offer is also contingent upon successful completion of any role-specific required training prior to performing safety sensitive activities.

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 Archers People Team at. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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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. All employment processes are managed by the Archer People Team.