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The ad says“Systems Thinking: Deep proficiency in AS9100, AS9145 (APQP/PPAP), IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, and structured problem-solving methodologies (8Ds, 5-Whys, Fishbone) within regulated aerospace, automotive, or high-reliability electronics environments.”
The ad says“Systems Thinking: Deep proficiency in AS9100, AS9145 (APQP/PPAP), IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, and structured problem-solving methodologies (8Ds, 5-Whys, Fishbone) within regulated aerospace, automotive, or high-reliability electronics environments.”
The ad says“Systems Thinking: Deep proficiency in AS9100, AS9145 (APQP/PPAP), IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, and structured problem-solving methodologies (8Ds, 5-Whys, Fishbone) within regulated aerospace, automotive, or high-reliability electronics environments.”
The ad says“Systems Thinking: Deep proficiency in AS9100, AS9145 (APQP/PPAP), IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, and structured problem-solving methodologies (8Ds, 5-Whys, Fishbone) within regulated aerospace, automotive, or high-reliability electronics environments.”
The ad says“Digital Integration: Experience leveraging PLM, ERP, and QMS systems to drive supplier transparency and data-driven quality decisions.”
The ad says“Systems Thinking: Deep proficiency in AS9100, AS9145 (APQP/PPAP), IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, and structured problem-solving methodologies (8Ds, 5-Whys, Fishbone) within regulated aerospace, automotive, or high-reliability electronics environments.”
The ad says“Systems Thinking: Deep proficiency in AS9100, AS9145 (APQP/PPAP), IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, and structured problem-solving methodologies (8Ds, 5-Whys, Fishbone) within regulated aerospace, automotive, or high-reliability electronics environments.”
The ad says“Systems Thinking: Deep proficiency in AS9100, AS9145 (APQP/PPAP), IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, and structured problem-solving methodologies (8Ds, 5-Whys, Fishbone) within regulated aerospace, automotive, or high-reliability electronics environments.”
The ad says“Deep Technical Expertise: 10+ years of experience in Supplier Industrialization, Manufacturing Engineering, or Quality Engineering, with a strong focus on electrical and electronic components including PCB/PCBA, wiring harnesses, connectors, semiconductors, and power electronics assemblies.”
The ad says“Digital Integration: Experience leveraging PLM, ERP, and QMS systems to drive supplier transparency and data-driven quality decisions.”
The ad says“Digital Integration: Experience leveraging PLM, ERP, and QMS systems to drive supplier transparency and data-driven quality decisions.”
The ad says“Deep Technical Expertise: 10+ years of experience in Supplier Industrialization, Manufacturing Engineering, or Quality Engineering, with a strong focus on electrical and electronic components including PCB/PCBA, wiring harnesses, connectors, semiconductors, and power electronics assemblies.”
The ad says“Deep Technical Expertise: 10+ years of experience in Supplier Industrialization, Manufacturing Engineering, or Quality Engineering, with a strong focus on electrical and electronic components including PCB/PCBA, wiring harnesses, connectors, semiconductors, and power electronics assemblies.”

Headquartered in Silicon Valley, California, Archer is a leader in the next-gen aerospace sector building an end-to-end advanced air mobility platform that delivers air taxis, unmanned aircraft systems (“UAS”), aviation-related physical artificial intelligence (“AI”) solutions, and other technologies to customers worldwide across the commercial aerospace and defense sectors.

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 Bring

Deep Technical Expertise: 10+ years of experience in Supplier Industrialization, Manufacturing Engineering, or Quality Engineering, with a strong focus on electrical and electronic components including PCB/PCBA, wiring harnesses, connectors, semiconductors, and power electronics assemblies.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related STEM field (Advanced degree preferred).
Shop Floor Credibility: Proven ability to troubleshoot complex manufacturing and integration issues on-site at suppliers, particularly in PCBA fabrication and assembly, cable/harness manufacturing, box builds, and high-reliability electrical system integration.
Systems Thinking: Deep proficiency in AS9100, AS9145 (APQP/PPAP), IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, and structured problem-solving methodologies (8Ds, 5-Whys, Fishbone) within regulated aerospace, automotive, or high-reliability electronics environments.
Strategic Leadership: Experience building or leading technical teams through an OEM production ramp, with the ability to balance immediate tactical "fires" against long-term process scalability.
Influence & Communication: Ability to translate complex technical risks into clear, actionable insights for executive leadership and cross-functional partners in Engineering and Supply Chain.

Desired Experience

Electronics Specialization: Hands-on experience with electronics manufacturing technologies in an aerospace or high regulatory environment. Areas of expertise include: PCBA, wiring harnesses, avionics, flight control systems, and environmental control systems.
Certification Pedigree: Previous experience supporting FAA/EASA Type Certification (TC) or Production Certification (PC) programs.
Tooling Mastery: Expertise in assessing supplier tooling, fixturing, and test infrastructure for PCBA and electrical assemblies, ensuring robust process control, thermal stability, durability, and consistent quality at production rate.
Digital Integration: Experience leveraging PLM, ERP, and QMS systems to drive supplier transparency and data-driven quality decisions.
Bachelor of Science Degree in STEM field of study. Advanced degree preferred.
7+ years experience in Quality/Operations/Supply chain management.
Deep technical expertise of aircraft components or electric vehicle components

At Archer, we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent with the skills and leadership needed to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that supports the Company’s strategy. For this position, we are targeting a base pay range of $140,500 - $183,000. Actual compensation offered will be determined by 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.

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Certain positions may be eligible for visa sponsorship.

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.