Manager of Line and Base Maintenance

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. ArcherAir 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 60 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. The ideal candidate will be able to hit the ground running in a fast-paced program certification environment.  What you’ll do: Manage all maintenance activities for ArcherAir, ArcherAir 145 Repair Station and Operated by ArcherAir aircraft Hire, provide On the Job Training (OJT) and motivate a dispersed team of aircraft technicians Lead the development of a best-in-class aircraft maintenance team Provide oversight of line and base maintenance activities to ensure requirements of the maintenance program are executed and compliant Develop and manage a budget for the maintenance department and areas of responsibility to include staffing, facilities, travel, tooling and equipment Develop processes and procedures for line maintenance to ensure compliant and efficient operations Foster an environment in which safety, regulatory compliance and quality is everyone's priority All the above while exemplifying ArcherAir’s core values What you need: Must possess a current FAA Airframe and Powerplant license 10+ years of aviation maintenance experience 3+ years experience leading a technical project or team Strong commitment to safety and the ability to instill a safety culture within the maintenance environment Experience working collaboratively and successfully with the FAA Must be able to read and comprehend applicable FAA regulations, maintenance procedures, manuals and related documents, wire diagrams, blue prints, Engineering Orders, task cards, logbook handling and all requirements related to the safety and airworthiness of the aircraft Knowledge of FAA regulations as they apply to aircraft maintenance, safety, airworthiness, and compliance Must be aware of hazardous situations and be able to handle emergencies as needed Must be able to perform well in a fast paced environment working under specific deadlines and time constraints Ability to travel up to 10% of the time Be a creative problem solver - what ArcherAir is doing has never been done before Licensing/Certification Must possess a valid U.S. Driver's License Valid FAA A&P Certificate Other considerations Must be able to perform all job functions within cramped or confined spaces and in potentially hazardous areas Must be able to lift and move items of up to 50 pounds on a regular basis Bonus Qualifications: BS degree in aviation management or related field Both fixed wing and rotary wing part 135 and or 121 experience Avionics, high voltage systems, wiring troubleshooting and repair Composite repair experience/qualification AC 65-133A Please note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not include an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications.   ArcherAir is committed to provide a safe workplace and a safe aircraft. This is a safety sensitive designated role. Employment in safety sensitive positions is contingent on successful passage of a background check and is subject to pre-employment and random drug screening.   At ArcherAir 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 $xx-xx. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.   ArcherAir 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 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.