Aviation Operations Intern: eVTOL & FAA Projects

Archer; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Archer is an aerospace company in San Jose, CA, building an all-electric four-passenger VTOL aircraft to advance sustainable air mobility. This 10-week, full-time summer internship sits at Archer's headquarters with no relocation housing provided.

You’ll join the Airline Operations team, rotating through Program Management, Aircraft Maintenance Planning, Flight Operations and Pilot Training. The program runs May 26, 2026 to July 31, 2026 or June 15, 2026 to August 21, 2026, with pay between

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a degree program in Operations Management, Organization Development, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Familiar with the practice and process of project management, and the software tools used in the Airlines field.
• Must have interest or experience in commercial aviation business operations at manufacturer, supplier, or operator.
• Ability to read and comprehend applicable FAA regulations, guidance, and related documents.
• Strong commitment to safety and the promotion of safety culture.
• Must be able to perform well in an exciting, fast paced environment working under specific deadlines and time constraints.
• Follow Archer’s core values of Safety, Optimism, and Innovation.

Responsibilities

• Work on projects associated with new and evolving regulations for eVTOL aircraft such as performance based reserves and aircraft health monitoring.
• Develop operational metrics, collect and analyze data to identify trends, track key performance indicators, and provide insights for project optimization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify areas for process improvement, efficiency gains, and cost reduction.
• Participate in the management of FAA certification projects.
• Draft and communicate project updates to key stakeholders and Archer leaders on progress and barriers to success.
• Rotation through the major functional areas of Archer Air, specifically focused on Program Management, Aircraft Maintenance Planning, Flight Operations, and Pilot Training.

Skills

PM Software

FAA Regulations

Safety Culture

Fast-Paced Environment

Core Values

Education

Operations Management degree

Junior to Senior year

Tools

Airlines software

Job description

Archer is an aerospace company in San Jose, CA, building an all-electric four-passenger VTOL aircraft to advance sustainable air mobility. This 10-week, full-time summer internship sits at Archer's headquarters with no relocation housing provided.

You’ll join the Airline Operations team, rotating through Program Management, Aircraft Maintenance Planning, Flight Operations and Pilot Training. The program runs May 26, 2026 to July 31, 2026 or June 15, 2026 to August 21, 2026, with pay between