Quality Lead, FAA DAR

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 Support deployment of policies, procedures, and standards for Archer Quality Management that meet AS9100 and FAA requirements, including supplier control and production development. Perform supplier quality reviews as required. Assist in the development of supplier scorecard criteria. Utilize Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP/PPAP/AS9145), Six Sigma and Lean concepts to monitor key characteristics, drive performance and continuous improvement.  Participate in the set up of IT systems to support AS9100 process execution including but not limited to the following: supplier portal, Approved Supplier/Vendor List (ASL/AVL), dock to stock program, non-conforming material and Return to Vendor (RTV) process, Supplier Corrective Action Report (SCAR), supplier performance reporting, and receiving inspection plans and inspection results.  What You Need MUST HAVE FAA DESIGNATED AIRWORTHINESS REPRESENTATIVE AUTHORIZATION (DAR-F) TO APPLY. Archer is seeking a Manufacturing (DAR-F) for its Type Certification Project and Production Certificate at its San Jose manufacturing facility. The candidate will conduct inspections and other certifications to include issuing FAA Form 8130-3 for new parts, perform conformity inspections of parts, articles and at the product level, conduct test setup inspections and issue Special Airworthiness Certificates. In order to be successful, the DAR-F must have authorization in the required functions and must continue to meet the general qualifications listed below, in addition to having the experience specified in FAA Order 8100.8 latest revision, as appropriate for the particular function for which authorization has been granted: The applicant must: Have a current appointment as a DAR-F Function Codes (Desired) 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 20, 21, 22, 23, 28 24, 25 30, 31, 33, 36, 40, 46, 47, 48, 62, 65 Conduct import/export inspections if required Conduct Domestic and International inspections Be current and possess a thorough working knowledge of pertinent CFR’s, directives, and related guidance material. Possess current technical knowledge and experience commensurate with that required for the particular function codes authorized Have unquestionable integrity, a cooperative attitude, and the ability to exercise sound judgment. Have the ability to maintain the highest degree of objectivity while performing authorized functions on behalf of the FAA, consistent with FAA regulations, statutes, and safety goals, notwithstanding any influence to the contrary.   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 $140,000 - $160,000. 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 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.