Manager, Flight Test 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 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. What you’ll do:  Build, lead and maintain a diverse team of flight test maintenance personnel supporting the development and certification of Archer's piloted eVTOL aircraft project Performs developmental, experimental and production aircraft maintenance, repair, modification, installation, and testing tasks; electrical / electronic, mechanical and instrumentation Instructs, coordinates, and performs the duties / functions of Flight Test maintenance personnel in area(s) of assignment Minimizes aircraft downtime and maximizes aircraft availability and schedule reliability by planning system-wide aircraft maintenance in response to changes in the operation Establish & coordinate the short/long term plan to assure facility, manpower, materials/tooling, and skills are available to execute all maintenance activity Helps to create and manage all Flight Test maintenance policies and procedures Assists in establishing maintenance safety policies and procedures for ground operations and evaluates effectiveness of the Safety Management System Provides plans and schedules for all aircraft maintenance Prepares specifications for hours / material on repairs, maintenance, and inspections not called out by Engineering Orders or established Maintenance Procedures Coordinates with all non-company personnel or Approved Maintenance Organizations (AMOs) performing maintenance on Archer Aviation aircraft Establishes and maintains aircraft maintenance records required by FAA regulations, manufacturer recommendations, and company policy Ensures compliance with Engineering Orders affecting Flight Test aircraft Ensures calibration of test equipment and tools Ensures that products, parts, supplies, and consumables meet the specifications and requirements set forth by engineering and that necessary amounts of these items are maintained Monitors expiration dates for Aircraft parts, aircraft/hangar consumable supplies, first aid kits, applicable survival / emergency equipment Reviews and updates emergency and survival equipment and aircraft spare parts list on an annual basis and/or as equipment/parts and contents change Maintains a current technical library and distributes new information as appropriate Assumes any duties as delegated by the Head of Flight Test What you need: 5+ years of relevant work experience within aviation with a Bachelor's Degree or at least 2 years of work experience with an Advanced degree (e.g. Masters, MBA, JD, MD)  FAA Airframe and Power plant license Continuing education in aviation maintenance through accredited schools or manufacturer’s training programs Driving of aircraft tugs, carts, and lifts Working Hours: Ability to work a flexible schedule may include nights, weekends, and holidays Travel Requirements: This position requires travel 5-10% of the time Demonstrates effective communication to include both written and verbal as well as the ability to communicate and build cross-functional relationships Expert skills in decision-making and building partnerships internally and externally Work with all levels of personnel and effectively interact with senior and executive management Excellent planning and organization skills and business judgment, including the ability to anticipate the impact of decisions/initiatives Ability to drive continuous improvement activities to exceed expectations and help promote a professional organization Bonus Qualifications: 10+ years aviation experience Broad knowledge of, and experience with, the maintenance of aircraft of the class, category and type that Visa operates 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 $148,000-$165,000 . Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 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.