Principal Program Manager, Go-to-Market

• Support Archer’s go-to-market and entry into service program strategy: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to help define, operationalize, and manage integrated program plans that prepare for commercial launch and market entry in each target geography and with operator partners
• Partner with Engineering, Product, Commercial, and Airline/Operator teams to translate customer feedback, operational insights, and regulatory considerations into actionable product and system-level requirements
• Collaborate with the Certification team to support development and execution of certification strategies in alignment with FAA and international regulatory authorities (e.g., EASA, CAAC)
• Manage workstreams, risks, and dependencies across multiple stakeholders, escalating issues and driving resolution to support on-time market entry and readiness
• Track program health and readiness milestones: Maintain schedules, dashboards, and reporting structures to provide transparency into progress, KPIs, and blockers
• Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders to align deliverables, track critical paths, and ensure readiness activities stay on plan
• Contribute to refining Archer’s GTM and EIS playbook by capturing lessons learned and proposing process improvements for launch execution and operator onboarding
• Prepare and deliver updates on program status, milestones, and risks to senior program leaders and executives as required

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Aviation, or a related field
• advanced degree a plus
• 8+ years of program management, commercial operations, or go-to-market experience in aerospace, automotive, transportation, or other regulated industries
• Hands-on experience driving complex, cross-functional product launches, operational readiness programs, or entry into service initiatives
• Strong organizational, program management, and communication skills — with the ability to influence stakeholders and drive execution across multiple teams
• Proven ability to work in fast-paced, high-growth environments, managing ambiguity and competing priorities
• Comfort collaborating across technical, commercial, and operational functions to deliver results
• Familiarity with aerospace systems development standards such as ARP4754A, & DO-178C
• Experience with FAA, military airworthiness, or other government certification and validation processes

Prior involvement in defense or dual-use programs with government stakeholders or mission-specific requirements is a strong plus