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Engineering Program Manager, Propellers
Engineering Program Manager, PropellersArcher • San Jose, California, USA
Engineering Program Manager, Propellers

Engineering Program Manager, Propellers

Archer • San Jose, California, USA
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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.

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.

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.

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.

What Youll Do :

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Program Manager to lead our propeller programs within Archers 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

Key Responsibilities :

  • 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.

Technical Leadership :

  • 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
  • Program Management :

  • 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.
  • What You Need :

  • Bachelors degree in Aerospace Mechanical Engineering or related field
  • 5 years of program management experience in aerospace / aviation or similar industries.
  • Proven experience managing propeller / rotor dynamics programs
  • Experience with vehicle development programs (aircraft automotive or similar)
  • Strong project management proficiency
  • Excellence in stakeholder management
  • Advanced problem-solving and analytical abilities
  • Strong financial acumen and budget management
  • Expert-level presentation and communication skills
  • Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams
  • Manage multiple suppliers to meet quality schedule and cost targets.
  • Bonus Qualifications :

  • Masters degree in relevant field
  • PMP certification preferred
  • Experience with eVTOL or urban air mobility programs
  • Background in propeller materials and composite manufacturing processes
  • Experience with FAA certification processes
  • Knowledge of aircraft systems integration
  • Experience with agile program management methodologies
  • Experience in traditional aircraft / vehicular systems
  • At Archer we aim to attract retain and motivate talent who possess the skills and leadership necessary to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that supports the Companys business strategy. For this position we are targeting a base pay between $180000 - $215000 Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge skills and experience.

    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 . Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

    Information collected and processed as part of any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Archers 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 . All employment processes are managed by the Archer People Team.

    Required Experience :

    Manager

    Key Skills

    Project Management Methodology,Project / Program Management,Program Management,Management Experience,Microsoft Powerpoint,Project Management,Microsoft Project,Budgeting,DoD Experience,Leadership Experience,Supervising Experience,Contracts

    Employment Type : Full Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

    Monthly Salary Salary : 180000 - 215000

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