Prototype Machinist - Archer

San Jose, CA

About the Job

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 for 100 miles at speeds of up to 150 mph 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:

Program and operate multi-axis CNC milling machines
Design and build shop fixtures and tools
Procure, install, organize and maintain shop equipment
Manage common shop supplies inventory and ordering.
Work with engineers and facilities technicians to maintain a clean, safe and useable lab and shop space
Perform routine maintenance of equipment
Operate a manual lathe and mill to create components and fixtures
Perform inspections and measurements of product dimensions using basic Quality Control measuring tools, CMM, calipers, micrometer, depth gauges, measurement microscope etc.
Order and procure tools and materials as required
Provide solutions or alternative approaches to solve technical manufacturing problems
Support engineering activities including prototype development, proof of concept studies, process and assembly validation.
Help develop, draft, and update assembly documentation to guide others in assembly processes, train others as needed

What you need:

Associate's Degree, or equivalent extensive practical experience as CNC machinist
CNC machining and programming experience
Manual Mill and Lathe experience
Direct hands on build experience with mechanical and electronic assemblies
Excellent documentation and written communication; proficient using Microsoft Office
Forklift experience
Basic knowledge of drafting standards (read and interpret construction and mechanical drawings) to produce parts and assemblies
Preferred: Basic CAD design experience (i.e. NX, Catia, Solidworks)
Preferred: Fusion 360 experience
Experience using inspection tools (caliper, micrometer, height gage, etc.. …)
Familiarity with 5S or similar workplace organization methods
Experience building high quality engineered assemblies using technical drawings
Experience following all aspects of maintenance safety protocol (LOTO, 5S, Arc Flash, etc.).
Ability to occasionally conduct physically demanding test activities and ability to lift 50 lbs

Bonus Qualifications:

Direct experience with aviation builds and assembly
Passion for aviation and eVTOLs
Welding Experience( MIG/TIG)

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 an hourly base pay between $36.00 - $45.00. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

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 Archer's People Team at people@archer.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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 People@archer.com. All employment processes are managed by the Archer People Team.

Source : Archer