Engineering Program Manager, Motor Gearbox

Headquartered in Silicon Valley, California, Archer is a leader in the next-gen aerospace sector building an end-to-end advanced air mobility platform that delivers air taxis, unmanned aircraft systems (“UAS”), aviation-related physical artificial intelligence (“AI”) solutions, and other technologies to customers worldwide across the commercial aerospace and defense sectors.

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What You’ll Do:

We are seeking an experienced Engineering Program Manager to support Motor Gearbox development within Archer's Program Management Office. This role will be responsible for managing Sub-EPS systems supporting up-to EPS Integration and production. The position requires a deep understanding of aviation/aerospace programs and experience with strong supplier partnered programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain program schedules, budgets, and risk management plans. Lead EPS L3 motor gearbox engineering program, 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 L3 EPS System and oversee supplier relationships.

Technical Leadership:

• Ensure material selection, manufacturing processes and designs for excellence on time.
• Oversee/support  Electrical Propulsion System Integration including design and product validation.
• Lead technical reviews and design validation activities.
• Manage weight targets and structural performance requirements
• Drive EPS manufacturing optimization and cost reduction 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 EPS 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:

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of program management experience in aerospace/aviation or similar industries.
• Proven experience managing supplier management and strong external supplier collaborated 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:

• Master's degree in relevant field
• PMP certification preferred
• Experience with eVTOL or urban air mobility programs
• 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 with the skills and leadership needed to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that supports the Company’s strategy. For this position, we are targeting a base pay range of $144,000 - $180,000. Actual compensation offered will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

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