{"id":4032697,"url":"https://alion.io/job/archer-aviation-engineering-program-manager-motor-gearbox","title":"Engineering Program Manager, Motor Gearbox","company":{"id":6898,"name":"Archer Aviation","domain":"archer.com","url":"https://alion.io/company/archer","size_band":null,"is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Greenhouse","truth_index":{"grade":"A","score":90,"open_postings":74,"ghost_share":0.081,"stale_share":0,"repost_share":0.014,"time_to_fill_p50_days":99,"computed_at":"2026-11-10T06:52:35Z"}},"role":"Management","role_family":"Management","seniority":"senior","employment_type":null,"work_mode":"on_site","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["San Jose, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":144000,"max":180000,"currency":"USD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":180000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":5,"visa_sponsorship":true,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Agile","optional":false}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-11-10T18:56:25Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-11-10","last_verified_at":"2026-11-11T05:07:50Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":0,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":null,"flags":[],"days_open":0},"description":"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.\nOur 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.\nWhat You’ll Do:\nWe 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.\nKey Responsibilities:\nDevelop and maintain program schedules, budgets, and risk management plans. Lead EPS L3 motor gearbox engineering program, to optimize performance and reliability.\nCollaborate with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality and test teams to drive technical problem-solving and continuous product and process improvements.\nServe as primary customer and stakeholder point of contact for program status updates, technical reviews, and issue resolution.\nDevelop and maintain comprehensive program documentation, including schedules, risk registers, and technical reports, in compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.\nDrive 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.\nTechnical Leadership:\nEnsure material selection, manufacturing processes and designs for excellence on time.\nOversee/support Electrical Propulsion System Integration including design and product validation.\nLead technical reviews and design validation activities.\nManage weight targets and structural performance requirements\nDrive EPS manufacturing optimization and cost reduction initiatives.\nProgram Management:\nDevelop and track program metrics and KPIs.\nManage program budget and own Engineering Planning activities. \nDrive stakeholder communications to reduce gaps and keep pulse on the business.\nFacilitate 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.\nPrepare and deliver concise, data-driven status updates and presentations to executive leadership, clearly communicating program progress, risks, and mitigation strategies.\nWhat You Need:\nBachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or related field\n5+ years of program management experience in aerospace/aviation or similar industries.\nProven experience managing supplier management and strong external supplier collaborated programs\nExperience with vehicle development programs (aircraft, automotive, or similar)\nStrong project management proficiency\nExcellence in stakeholder management\nAdvanced problem-solving and analytical abilities\nStrong financial acumen and budget management\nExpert-level presentation and communication skills\nAbility to lead and influence cross-functional teams\nManage multiple suppliers to meet quality, schedule and cost targets.\nBonus Qualifications:\nMaster's degree in relevant field\nPMP certification preferred\nExperience with eVTOL or urban air mobility programs\nExperience with FAA certification processes\nKnowledge of aircraft systems integration\nExperience with agile program management methodologies\nExperience in traditional aircraft/vehicular systems\nAt 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.\nArcher 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 Archer’s People Team at . Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.\nInformation collected and processed as part of any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Archer's Candidate Privacy Policy.\nCertain positions may be eligible for visa sponsorship.\nArcher 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.\nArcher 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 . 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