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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:\nBuild and maintain a fly-by-wire aircraft according to aviation standards using shop and calibrated tooling including torque wrenches, crimping and stripping tools\nPerform developmental, experimental and production aircraft maintenance, repair, modification, installation, and testing tasks; giving direction to others as needed\nMarshall, charge, preflight, & maintain aircraft ensuring they are ready for daily flight test operations by minimizing aircraft downtime and maximizing aircraft availability\nHelp create and carry out Flight Test maintenance policies and procedures including 5s, FOD, work orders, tool control, etc\nFollow maintenance safety policies and procedures for ground operations as a part of Archers Safety Management System\nProvide plans and status updates back to the Flight Test Maintenance Manager on assigned aircraft and projects\nProvide input on the design and fabrication of novel air vehicles from a perspective of hands on repairability and maintainability\nMaintain aircraft maintenance records required by FAA regulations, manufacturer recommendations, and company policy\nComply with Engineering Orders affecting Flight Test Aircraft and communicate aircraft deficiencies to the Maintenance Manager or Engineering\nEnsure calibration of test equipment and tools\nEnsure that products, parts, supplies, and consumables are adequately stocked to meet Flight Testing operations\nMonitor expiration dates for aircraft parts, aircraft/hangar consumable supplies, first aid kits, applicable survival/emergency equipment\nWork from a variety of technical materials such as blueprints, schematics, handbooks, drawings, and engineering work orders providing feedback as required\nMeet scheduled timelines and, in some cases, aggressive deadlines to have aircraft flight ready for project milestones\nAssume any duties as delegated by the Flight Test Maintenance Manager\nWhat You Need:\nFAA Airframe and Powerplant license (A&P Required)\n8+ years of experience in the aerospace industry\n8+ years of aircraft maintenance experience \nPrevious developmental or Part 23/Part 27 certification flight test maintenance experience\nHands-on with fly-by-wire aircraft and flight test instrumentation\nAircraft configuration management and conformity experience\nExperience working with high voltage systems\nKnowledge of wiring techniques and best practices (crimping, routing, securing, etc.)\nDriving of aircraft tugs, carts, and lifts within an airport environment\nA collaborative attitude, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and meticulous attention to detail with the ability to communicate and build cross-functional relationships\nWork with all levels of personnel and effectively interact with technicians and engineers\nExcellent planning and organization skills, including the ability to give direction to others\nAbility to drive continuous improvement activities to exceed expectations and help promote a professional shop and organizational environment\nWorking Hours: Ability to work a flexible schedule may include nights, weekends, and holidays\nTravel Requirements: This position requires travel 5-10% of the time\nBonus Qualifications:\n10+ years aviation experience\nPrior experience with electric aircraft/eVTOL\nWorking knowledge of composite airframe and repair\nUnderpinning knowledge of IPC 610/620 \nExperience working with CAD, NX, Confluence, JIRA \nPlease note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not include an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications.\nAt Archer we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent that possess the skills and leadership necessary to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that supports the Company’s business strategy. For this position we are targeting a base pay between $87,000 - $108,000. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as 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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