Staff Battery Manufacturing Design Engineer

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.

About The Team:

At Archer were scaling production of the high-voltage battery systems that power our next-generation eVTOL aircraft. As a Staff Battery (HVPS) Manufacturing Design Engineer you will lead the design development and launch of advanced manufacturing lines for Archers Battery Pack and Module production. This role combines deep manufacturing engineering expertise with strong program leadership driving equipment specifications process development automation strategy factory readiness and production ramp activities for one of the most critical systems in the aircraft.

Were seeking a highly technical and hands-on manufacturing engineer with experience developing and launching complex battery or high-voltage manufacturing lines in high-volume production environments. A major part of this role will focus on project management team leadership and cross-functional execution including mentoring engineers and driving alignment across Manufacturing Design Engineering Supply Chain Quality Facilities and Production teams. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced development programs brings strong equipment and process development expertise and has a proven track record of scaling advanced manufacturing operations from concept through launch.

What Youll Do:

• Partner with Archers Battery Module and Pack Manufacturing Engineering team to scale production from prototype builds through high-volume series manufacturing
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Product Design Engineering Test Quality Supply Chain and Production teams to launch and optimize flightworthy battery pack manufacturing systems
• Own multiple manufacturing stations and processes including process development process controls operator training troubleshooting process deviations and driving Design for Manufacturability (DFM) improvements
• Develop and improve manufacturing workflows tooling fixtures workstations and ergonomic solutions to optimize line efficiency product flow safety and cost using Lean and 5S methodologies
• Drive process capability and quality performance through PFMEA development statistical process control KPI tracking and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support Material Review Board (MRB) activities and disposition of non-conforming products and manufacturing processes
• Support supplier development procurement activities production readiness and day-to-day shop floor operations to identify risks and drive operational performance

What You Need:

• Education: Bachelors degree in Mechanical Electrical Manufacturing Engineering or a related technical discipline; advanced degree preferred
• Experience: 7 years of experience in manufacturing engineering automation or advanced production environments including 2 years directly supporting EV battery module or pack manufacturing from prototype through high-volume production
• Strong hands-on experience supporting both prototype and high-volume manufacturing operations for complex electromechanical or high-voltage assemblies
• Deep expertise in battery manufacturing processes such as adhesive dispensing cell testing potting pick-and-place automation and high-voltage electrical testing.
• Strong foundation in Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma (DMAIC) APQP methodologies PFMEA development SPC MSA and GD&T
• Experience integrating and supporting industrial manufacturing equipment including dispense systems torque tools power transducers PLCs robotics motion control systems and machine safety devices
• Experience with CAD PLM MES and ERP systems along with data analysis and visualization tools such as SQL Python Tableau or similar platforms
• Knowledge of applicable electrical and safety standards including NFPA79 NEC UL508A ANSI/RIA15.06 and OSHA requirements
• Demonstrated experience leading DOE planning experimentation statistical analysis and manufacturing process validation activities
• Excellent communication organizational and cross-functional leadership skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Bonus Qualifications:

• Experience supporting aerospace EV or other highly regulated advanced manufacturing environments
• Familiarity with FAA regulations including FAR Part 23 Part 21 or Production Certificate requirements
• Experience supporting high-voltage battery systems automation-intensive manufacturing lines or advanced production ramp activities

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 $152100 - $190100. 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.

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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.

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