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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 while producing minimal noise. We are seeking an experienced Engineering Program Manager to lead our propeller programs within Archer's Program Management Office. This role will be responsible for managing propeller systems including the propeller and internal systems, integration, and production. The position requires a deep understanding of aviation/aerospace programs and experience with various propeller systems, technologies and suppliers.
Job Responsibility:
Develop and maintain program schedules, budgets, and risk management plans. Lead propeller engineering programs to optimize performance and reliability.
Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality and test teams to drive technical problem-solving and continuous product and process improvements.
Serve as primary customer and stakeholder point of contact for program status updates, technical reviews, and issue resolution.
Develop and maintain comprehensive program documentation, including schedules, risk registers, and technical reports, in compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Drive Trade studies and apply advanced knowledge of composite materials and manufacturing processes to support the design, testing, and production of high-performance propeller blades and oversee supplier relationships.
Guide material selection, manufacturing processes and designs for propellers.
Oversee/support propeller integration with Electrical Propulsion System including design and product validation.
Lead technical reviews and design validation activities.
Manage weight targets and structural performance requirements
Drive propeller manufacturing optimization and cost reduction initiatives.
Contribute to technology roadmap and optimization/opportunity initiatives
Develop and track program metrics and KPIs.
Manage program budget and own Engineering Planning activities.
Drive stakeholder communications to reduce gaps and keep pulse on the business.
Facilitate effective cross-functional team meetings for propeller program activities by setting clear agendas, capturing action items, and ensuring timely follow-up on decisions and deliverables.
Prepare and deliver concise, data-driven status updates and presentations to executive leadership, clearly communicating program progress, risks, and mitigation strategies.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
5+ years of program management experience in aerospace/aviation or similar industries