Lead Aircraft Coordinator - Flight Test

Responsibilities

• Report to and take direction from the Manager, Flight Test Maintenance
• Schedule regular inspections and ensure proper aircraft recordkeeping using TRAX and SAP
• Coordinate aircraft release for flight or ground test to be executed by the flight test team
• Ensure all maintenance activities are scheduled and performed in accordance with appropriate federal regulations and applicable Archer maintenance documentation
• Serve as the main focal point and nexus for communication for all activities taking place on the aircraft and schedule any future work such as modifications
• Manage large aircraft modifications during the course of the aircraft's certification campaign
• Use your knowledge and experience to prioritize aircraft activities based on feasibility, practicality, and programmatic schedule goals
• Plan all availability for test events by working with the Test Director, Director of Flight Test, and Program Management
• Ensure all work is executed per Archer's established maintenance process and procedures
• Provide aircraft status updates both above and below organizationally
• What You Need:
• 5+ years of relevant hands on aircraft maintenance experience such as Crew Chief or previous Aircraft Coordinator with strong organizational and communication skills
• Experience with maintenance softwares such as TRAX, CAMP, or Corridor
• Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software such as SAP or Oracle NetSuite
• Knowledge of aircraft maintenance techniques and best practices
• Knowledge of wiring techniques and best practices (crimping, routing, securing, etc.)
• A collaborative attitude, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and meticulous attention to detail with the ability to communicate and build cross-functional relationships
• Work with all levels of personnel and effectively interact with technicians and engineers
• Working Hours: Ability to work a flexible schedule may include nights, weekends, and holidays
• Travel Requirements: This position requires travel 5-10% of the time
• Bonus Qualifications:
• A&P/IA
• Prior experience with electric aircraft/eVTOL or high voltage systems
• Working knowledge of composite airframe and repair
• Experience working with CAD, NX, Confluence, JIRA
• Please 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
• Information collected and processed as part of any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Archer's Candidate Privacy Policy .
• Archer is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position at the present time.
• Archer Aviation does not

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Additional Information

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.

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