Manager, Powertrain Manufacturing Engineering New San Jose, California, United States (San Jose)

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 design, manufacture, and operate an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers for 60 miles at speeds of up to 150 mph while producing minimal noise. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and strive to cultivate an equitable environment that embraces our differences and supports all team members. This position is part of a pay-for-performance culture and is located in San Jose, CA. Manage the Powertrain (Battery Pack/Electric Motor) manufacturing design engineering teams, responsible from prototype through series production Collaborate with Product Design Engineering, Test, Quality, Manufacturing and Facilities teams Lead the development of a high-volume electric motor/battery pack production system including Design For Manufacturing Equipment selection and management Factory Acceptance Test and Site Acceptance Test Drive process control, specifically in the areas of quality and equipment capability Support process failure mode and analysis (PFMEA) Support operations on the shop floor, establish KPIs in order to drive performance management, identify trends and mitigate risks Develop, coach and mentor MEs to ensure they understand roles & responsibilities, provide performance feedback, develop a career roadmap and partner with them on their career aspirations BS or MS Degree in Engineering or a related field ~5+ years experience in manufacturing and / or automation ~2+ years experience in the EV field specifically with electric motor manufacturing (rotor or stator manufacturing)/battery pack manufacturing ~2+ years managing team ~ Strong hands-on experience with prototype and high-volume manufacturing ~ Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning ~ Demonstrated experience in statistical process control, GD&T, and lean manufacturing concepts ~ Knowledge of Electrical Standards (NFPA79, NEC, UL508A) ~ Experience integrating/setting up/using a wide variety of industrial equipment such as dispense systems, torque tools, power transducers, etc. ~ Experience with CAD, PLM, MES, and ERP software. ~ Working knowledge of PLCs, robots, motion control devices, vision systems and human machine safety devices. ~ Bonus Qualifications Experience with Stator and or Rotor lines vendors and its machines deployment Experience with Hairpin Stators and or Permanent Magnet Rotors 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 Archers People Team at people@archer.Archer is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. 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. #