Posted:
8/27/2024, 7:04:37 AM
Location(s):
San Jose, California, United States ⋅ California, United States
Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher
Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering
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.
What you’ll do:
Work closely with the engineering teams to support equipment bring-up and process validation
Use manual, semi-automated, and automated equipment to build high voltage battery packs
Troubleshoot equipment and processes
Debug high voltage battery packs
Draft and update standard work instructions to guide others in assembly processes, train others as needed
Mentor other technicians
Design and build basic lab fixtures and tools
Operate machine shop equipment to create simple components and fixtures
Procure, install, organize and maintain shop and equipment
Perform routine maintenance on equipment
Perform inspections and measurements of product dimensions using basic metrology tools, (calipers, micrometer, depth gauges, measurement microscope, CMM, etc…)
What you need:
Associate’s Degree, or equivalent
10+ years in manufacturing or battery industry
Direct hands on build experience with mechanical and electronic assemblies using technical documentation
High quality workmanship standards
Ability to follow formal build instructions and document deviations
Strong soldering, electronics fabrication and wire harness assembly skills
Excellent documentation and written communication; proficient using Microsoft Office
Basic knowledge of drafting standards (read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings) to produce parts and assemblies
Experience using and maintaining machine shop equipment and tooling (drill press, bandsaw, grinders, sanders)
Experience using measurement and inspection (caliper, micrometer, height gage, CMM…)
Familiarity with 5S or similar workplace organization methods
Experience following all aspects of maintenance safety protocol (LOTO, 5S, Arc Flash, etc.).
Experience using PLM, MES, and ERP software
Bonus Qualifications:
Direct experience building and testing high voltage battery modules and / or packs
Experience with battery end of line testing and battery cyclers
Direct experience programming and troubleshooting industrial automation (PLC, robots, gantries, etc…)
Basic CAD design experience (i.e. NX, Catia, Solidworks)
CNC machining and programming experience (CNC Machining Center/Mill/Lathe)
Ability to travel 10% of the time
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 Company’s business strategy. For this position we are targeting a base pay between $35.00 - $44.00/hour. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience
Website: https://www.archer.com/
Headquarter Location: San Francisco, California, United States
Employee Count: 501-1000
Year Founded: 2020
IPO Status: Public
Last Funding Type: Post-IPO Equity
Industries: Aerospace ⋅ Air Transportation ⋅ Electric Vehicle ⋅ Manufacturing