About the job
Archer is an innovative aerospace company located in San Jose, California, dedicated to pioneering an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft aimed at enhancing sustainable air mobility. Our mission is to design, manufacture, and operate an electric aircraft capable of transporting four passengers while maintaining minimal noise pollution.
We are committed to tackling challenging problems with high aspirations, believing that a diverse workplace enriches our insights and drives collective success. Our focus is on fostering an equitable and inclusive environment that celebrates the unique contributions of all team members.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure compliance of airframe, components, assemblies, and systems with design, quality, safety, regulatory, and industry standards.
- Collaborate with design and manufacturing engineers to facilitate seamless transitions from design to production, providing expert guidance on quality-related matters.
- Support the deployment of Advanced Product Quality Planning methodologies, including PFMEAs, control plans, and SPC.
- Lead the development of comprehensive inspection plans.
- Conduct or assist with First Article Inspections in accordance with SAE AS9102.
- Participate in Material Review Board activities and dispositions.
- Identify and champion continuous improvement initiatives within airframe manufacturing, employing root cause analysis and CAPA methodologies.
- Generate detailed reports on quality performance, findings, and recommendations for corrective actions.
- Create metrics and KPIs to evaluate the health of manufacturing systems, driving ongoing improvement efforts.
- Detect potential risks, collaborating with cross-functional teams to mitigate these risks and formulate contingency plans.
- Facilitate the training of team members and stakeholders on quality standards, practices, and tools.
- Assist in planning and processes for FAA and company conformity inspections and certification initiatives.

