Archer Aviation Inc.

Manufacturing Maintenance Technician

Archer Aviation Inc.$87K — $108K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in Equipment Maintenance, Controls, or Automation in high-volume manufacturing (preferably Automotive EV or aerospace)
  • Associate's Degree in Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, Electrical Technology, or equivalent experience
  • Expertise in troubleshooting pneumatic systems, hydraulic power, and precision mechanical assemblies
  • Experience with industrial robots (Fanuc preferred) and diagnosing PLC faults (Allen-Bradley preferred)
  • Ability to read electrical/pneumatic schematics and mechanical assembly drawings
  • Strong commitment to safety protocols including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and Arc Flash safety
  • Self-motivated with excellent logical thinking and diagnostic skills

Responsibilities

  • Rapidly troubleshoot and maintain complex automation, robotics, and electro-mechanical systems
  • Execute and improve preventative maintenance plans to maximize equipment reliability
  • Support installation, commissioning, and qualification of new manufacturing equipment
  • Diagnose faults in PLC, robotic, and industrial control systems
  • Organize and maintain a robust spare parts inventory for efficient repairs
  • Design and build basic fixtures and electrical panels to enhance safety and efficiency
  • Mentor junior technicians and operators by sharing technical knowledge

Benefits

  • Commitment to workplace safety and employee well-being
  • Focus on personal and professional growth with performance-driven culture
  • Opportunities to work in a high-paced environment at the forefront of eVTOL technology
  • Support for reasonable accommodations during the application process
Full Job Description
About The Team

As part of the mission at Archer, we're scaling production of our High Voltage Electric Propulsion System - the heart of our eVTOL aircraft, which includes both our Electric Propulsion System (EPS) and High-Voltage Power System (HVPS) assemblies.

We are looking for a high-caliber Manufacturing Maintenance Technician to join our TechOps Powertrain team. In this role, you will transition equipment ownership from our design teams to direct operations. You will be responsible for equipment uptime, preventative maintenance, and continuous improvement for our automated robotic lines.

This is a multidisciplinary electro-mechanical role. If you are an expert troubleshooter who thrives in fast-paced, high-volume automated environments, knows how to read PLCs to diagnose faults, and takes pride in keeping lines running flawlessly, we want to talk to you.

What You'll Do:
  • Own Floor Uptime: Rapidly troubleshoot and maintain complex automation, robotics, and electro-mechanical systems, with a strong focus on high-precision adhesive dispensing systems, laser weld systems, and EOL test systems.
  • Preventative Maintenance: Execute and actively improve preventative maintenance (PM) plans and schedules to maximize equipment reliability.
  • Commissioning & Integration: Partner with external integrators and internal engineering teams to support the installation, commissioning, and qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) of new manufacturing equipment and tooling.
  • Automation Diagnostics: Troubleshoot complex PLC, robotic, and industrial control systems to identify root causes of equipment failures.
  • Spare Parts Management: Organize, procure, and maintain a robust spare parts inventory to minimize mean time to repair (MTTR).
  • Continuous Improvement: Design and build basic shop/line fixtures and electrical panels to improve safety, quality, or cycle times.
  • Leadership on the Floor: Mentor and share technical knowledge with junior technicians and operators.

What You Need:
  • Experience: 5+ years of hands-on experience as an Equipment Maintenance, Controls, or Automation Technician in a high-volume manufacturing environment (Automotive EV, aerospace, or advanced automation preferred).
  • Education: Associate's Degree in Mechatronics, Industrial Maintenance, Electrical Technology, or equivalent hands-on military/industry experience.
  • Electro-Mechanical Expertise: Deep proficiency in troubleshooting pneumatic systems, hydraulic power, lubrication loops, and precision mechanical assemblies.
  • Controls & Robotics: Experience teaching/programming industrial robots (Fanuc preferred) and diagnosing faults using PLCs (Allen-Bradley preferred).
  • Schematics & Standards: Strong ability to read electrical/pneumatic schematics and mechanical assembly drawings. Familiarity with Electrical Standards (NFPA79, NEC) and Safety Standards (ANSI/RIA 15.06, OSHA).
  • Floor Safety: Unwavering commitment to safety protocols including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), Arc Flash safety, and 5S standards.
  • Drive: A self-motivated, "handle business" attitude with excellent logical-thinking and diagnostic skills.

Bonus Qualifications:
  • Direct experience maintaining automated equipment for High-Voltage Battery module/pack assembly or powertrain production.
  • Familiarity with laser welding, resistance spot welding, or high-voltage battery testing equipment.
  • Active NFPA 70E certification.
  • Basic machine shop experience (milling, turning, grinding) for quick fixture modifications.
  • Ability to travel up to 10% of the time to support integrator buy-offs.

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.

At 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 an hourly rate between $42.00 - $52.00. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Archer is committed to provide a safe workplace and a safe aircraft. This is a safety sensitive designated role. Employment in safety sensitive positions is contingent on successful passage of a background check and is subject to pre-employment and random drug screening.

Archer 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 [redacted]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

About Archer Aviation Inc.

Archer Aviation is an American aerospace manufacturer that develops electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for urban air mobility. The company was founded in 2018 by Brett Adcock and Adam Goldstein. Archer Aviation is developing an eVTOL aircraft that can travel up to 60 miles at speeds of up to 150 mph. The aircraft is designed to be quiet, safe, and efficient, with zero emissions. The company has partnerships with United Airlines and Stellantis, and plans to launch its first aircraft in 2024.
Learn more about Archer Aviation Inc.
Market Cap
$403.1 million
Industry
NASDAQ

Similar Jobs

More Jobs at Archer Aviation Inc.

More Manufacturing & Automotive Jobs

Find similar Manufacturing Maintenance Technician jobs: