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title: 'Staff Battery Manufacturing Design Engineer at Archer'
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# Staff Battery Manufacturing Design Engineer at Archer

- **Company:** Archer
- **Location:** San Jose California, United States
- **Posted:** 2026-05-07
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-10
- **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/archer56/jobs/7712381003

## Job description

Archer is an aerospace and defense company headquartered in San Jose, California, building the aircraft and technology that will define the next era of flight. The company works across air taxis, UAS, AI and powertrain development — building real-world systems that combine software intelligence with physical hardware. That includes Midnight, Archer's all-electric air taxi; Halo, an autonomous vertical takeoff and landing aircraft built for both commercial and defense use; and ZEE, Archer's AI foundation model built specifically for aviation. We’re seeking exceptional engineers, operators and builders to join us on our mission to build the future of aerospace and defense.

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.

About The Team:

At Archer, we’re scaling production of the high-voltage battery systems that power our next-generation eVTOL aircraft. As a Staff Battery (HVPS) Manufacturing Design Engineer, you will lead the design, development, and launch of advanced manufacturing lines for Archer’s Battery Pack and Module production. This role combines deep manufacturing engineering expertise with strong program leadership, driving equipment specifications, process development, automation strategy, factory readiness, and production ramp activities for one of the most critical systems in the aircraft.

We’re seeking a highly technical and hands-on manufacturing engineer with experience developing and launching complex battery or high-voltage manufacturing lines in high-volume production environments. A major part of this role will focus on project management, team leadership, and cross-functional execution, including mentoring engineers and driving alignment across Manufacturing, Design Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Facilities, and Production teams. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced development programs, brings strong equipment and process development expertise, and has a proven track record of scaling advanced manufacturing operations from concept through launch.

What You’ll Do:

- Partner with Archer’s Battery Module and Pack Manufacturing Engineering team to scale production from prototype builds through high-volume series manufacturing
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Product Design Engineering, Test, Quality, Supply Chain, and Production teams to launch and optimize flightworthy battery pack manufacturing systems
- Own multiple manufacturing stations and processes including process development, process controls, operator training, troubleshooting process deviations, and driving Design for Manufacturability (DFM) improvements
- Develop and improve manufacturing workflows, tooling, fixtures, workstations, and ergonomic solutions to optimize line efficiency, product flow, safety, and cost using Lean and 5S methodologies
- Drive process capability and quality performance through PFMEA development, statistical process control, KPI tracking, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Support Material Review Board (MRB) activities and disposition of non-conforming products and manufacturing processes
- Support supplier development, procurement activities, production readiness, and day-to-day shop floor operations to identify risks and drive operational performance

What You Need:

- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline; advanced degree preferred
- Experience: 7+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, automation, or advanced production environments, including 2+ years directly supporting EV battery module or pack manufacturing from prototype through high-volume production
- Strong hands-on experience supporting both prototype and high-volume manufacturing operations for complex electromechanical or high-voltage assemblies
- Deep expertise in battery manufacturing processes such as adhesive dispensing, cell testing, potting, pick-and-place automation, and high-voltage electrical testing
- Strong foundation in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma (DMAIC), APQP methodologies, PFMEA development, SPC, MSA, and GD&T
- Experience integrating and supporting industrial manufacturing equipment including dispense systems, torque tools, power transducers, PLCs, robotics, motion control systems, and machine safety devices
- Experience with CAD, PLM, MES, and ERP systems, along with data analysis and visualization tools such as SQL, Python, Tableau, or similar platforms
- Knowledge of applicable electrical and safety standards including NFPA79, NEC, UL508A, ANSI/RIA15.06, and OSHA requirements
- Demonstrated experience leading DOE planning, experimentation, statistical analysis, and manufacturing process validation activities
- Excellent communication, organizational, and cross-functional leadership skills with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Bonus Qualifications:

- Experience supporting aerospace, EV, or other highly regulated advanced manufacturing environments
- Familiarity with FAA regulations including FAR Part 23, Part 21, or Production Certificate requirements
- Experience supporting high-voltage battery systems, automation-intensive manufacturing lines, or advanced production ramp activities

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. For this position we are targeting a base pay between $152,100 - $190,100. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Information collected and processed as part of any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Archer's [Candidate Privacy Policy](https://archer.com/legal/personnel-candidate-privacy-policy).

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.

## About Archer

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Archer is developing and manufacturing electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft to create a sustainable air taxi service for urban mobility.
- **Entity Type**: Public (NYSE: ACHR)
- **Headquarters**: San Jose, California, United States
- **Founded**: Not publicly available
- **Founders**: Adam Goldstein, Brett Adcock [linkedin.com]

## Core Business
- **Primary industry**: Airlines and Aviation / eVTOL aircraft manufacturing and operations
- **Target customers**: Airline operators, urban commuters, and corporate partners (B2B and B2C)
- **Mission or purpose**: Advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility by creating a quick, safe, sustainable, and cost-effective electric airline [greenhouse.io]

## Products & Services
- **Midnight eVTOL Aircraft**: A fully electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft designed to carry passengers with minimal noise, range up to 100 miles at speeds up to 150 mph. Dual-mode capability (VTOL and CTOL) [linkedin.com]
- **Archer Airline Operations**: Vertically integrated airline service intended to operate air taxi flights in cities globally.
- **Archer FBO (Fixed Base Operator)**: Acquired Hawthorne Airport FBO in Los Angeles, offering full airport services [linkedin.com]

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: $2.0 billion (as of mid-2026) [linkedin.com]
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue $300,000; Total funding raised $2.83 billion (post-IPO equity rounds from Stellantis, United Airlines, BlackRock) [linkedin.com]
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Stellantis, United Airlines, BlackRock; partnerships include United Airlines (200 aircraft order), UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (certification program), White House eVTOL Integration Pilot Program [linkedin.com]
- **Growth Signals**: 1,158 employees (+44.5% YoY); US operations expected to begin in 2026 under eIPP; expanded flight test program with daily piloted flights; certification progress in UAE; Florida air taxi bill passed [linkedin.com]

## Competitive Advantages
- **Vertically integrated** – designs, manufactures, and operates its own aircraft and airline, controlling the full stack.
- **Dual-mode aircraft** capable of both vertical and conventional takeoff/landing, increasing operational flexibility.
- **Strong strategic partnerships** with major airlines (United) and automotive OEM (Stellantis) provide capital, manufacturing expertise, and distribution.
- **First-mover status** in eVTOL certification and commercialization in the US and UAE.

## Strategic Focus
- Launch commercial air taxi operations in US cities in 2026 under the eVTOL Integration Pilot Program (eIPP).
- Achieve type certification with FAA and international regulators (UAE GCAA).
- Expand manufacturing scale with Stellantis partnership and build out vertiport infrastructure.
- Continue aircraft testing and data collection to validate safety and performance.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Fast-paced, mission-driven environment at the forefront of sustainable aviation and electric transportation.
- **Work environment**: Primarily on-site at San Jose, CA HQ; additional offices in Palo Alto, CA; Salinas, CA; Huntington Beach, CA; and Hampshire, UK. Remote/hybrid policy not explicitly stated.
- **Notable perks**: Not explicitly listed; emphasis on engineering innovation, flight test operations, and cross-disciplinary teams (AI, software, hardware, design).
- **Engineering culture**: 704 employees in technical roles (39%); active hiring for backend, AI, embedded, systems engineering, and flight sciences roles. Strong talent poaching from Tesla, Apple, Joby, Boeing, Lockheed Martin [linkedin.com]
- **Employee rating**: 3.7/5.0 (118 reviews) – Career 3.8, Compensation 3.7, Culture 3.4, Work-Life 3.0 [linkedin.com]

## Sources
1. [archer.com](https://www.archer.com)
2. [greenhouse.io](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/archer56/jobs/7625743003)
3. [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com/company/flyarcher)

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