Staff Battery Manufacturing Design Engineer
Core
Lead the design, development, and launch of advanced manufacturing lines for Archer's Battery Pack and Module production for an all-electric eVTOL aircraft.
Role type
Staff Battery Manufacturing Design Engineer
Builds
High-voltage battery packs and modules for next-generation eVTOL aircraft
Domain
Aerospace / Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) / High-Voltage Battery Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Manufacturing engineering, automation, high-volume production scaling, project management, team leadership, cross-functional execution, equipment and process development, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma (DMAIC), APQP, PFMEA, SPC, MSA, GD&T, CAD, PLM, MES, ERP, data analysis (SQL, Python, Tableau), electrical and safety standards compliance, DOE planning, statistical analysis, manufacturing process validation
Preferred skills
Aerospace or EV industry experience, FAA regulations familiarity (FAR Part 23, Part 21, Production Certificate), high-voltage battery systems expertise, automation-intensive manufacturing lines
Technologies
CAD, PLM, MES, ERP, SQL, Python, Tableau, dispense systems, torque tools, power transducers, PLCs, robotics, motion control systems, machine safety devices
Responsibilities
Scale production from prototype builds through high-volume series manufacturing, collaborate cross-functionally to launch and optimize flightworthy battery pack manufacturing systems, own multiple manufacturing stations and processes including process development and DFM improvements, develop and improve manufacturing workflows, tooling, fixtures, and ergonomic solutions, drive process capability and quality performance through PFMEA and SPC, support supplier development and production readiness
Seniority
Staff, hands-on IC with program leadership