Composite Technician

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.

• Work on Archers most challenging composite structures; provide manufacturing input to help solve recurring issues
• Leads project activities and directs coaches mentors employees in the fabrication of composite parts
• Manages assignment of fabrication team and allocates personnel appropriately to each assignment through verification of skill sets and competencies
• Accountable and responsible for ensuring that personnel are following procedures and that design requirements are properly communicated
• Read and interpret engineering drawings schematics modification documents and test procedures.
• Lay up composite materials (e.g. prepreg wet layup) according to engineering drawings and strict process specifications.
• Perform bagging vacuum infusion bonding cure cycles demolding trimming and finishing procedures while maintaining high quality standards.
• Inspect composite parts for defects (e.g. voids delamination) and conduct repairs or refinishing as necessary.
• Maintain detailed documentation and records of material usage process steps and inspection results for certification traceability.
• Communicate regularly with manufacturing engineers and design teams providing feedback on part buildability and potential process improvements.
• Strong understanding of composite materials layup methods resin systems and cure processes.
• Familiarity with reading and interpreting technical drawings and process documentation
• Excellent attention to detail manual dexterity and a commitment to safety in handling composite materials and chemicals.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced prototype-driven setting while maintaining rigorous quality standards.

• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in a fast-paced prototyping environment
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the aerospace and/or automotive industry as an engineering technician.
• Solid understanding of mechanical and structural assembly techniques including fastener installation sealants and alignment processes.
• Knowledge of aircraft safety procedures tool control foreign object debris (FOD) prevention and industry regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings engineering instructions and FAA guidelines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across various teams.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced high-pressure environment with shifting priorities.
• Physical ability to lift 50 pounds work in confined spaces and perform tasks that may expose you to hazardous materials

• A&P certification or equivalent experience.
• Experience in Computer-Aided Design software (CAD) such as SolidWorks Siemens NX Catia Etc.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to diagnose and resolve integration and/or mechanical issues.
• Experience working with electric aircraft aircraft configuration management and FAA conformity.
• New Product Development experience in Aerospace & Aviation

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 Companys strategy. For this position we are targeting a base pay range of $35-50/hr. Actual compensation offered will be determined by job-related knowledge skills and experience.