Battery Manufacturing Technician

Archer; San Jose (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking aerospace company dedicated to sustainable air mobility as a Battery Manufacturing Technician. In this hands-on role, you will assemble battery packs for an innovative all-electric aircraft. Collaborate closely with engineering teams, utilize advanced equipment, and ensure high-quality standards in a dynamic environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology while working in an inclusive and diverse workplace. If you have a passion for technology and a commitment to excellence, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in mechanical and electronic assembly.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and document deviations.

Responsibilities

• Assemble battery packs using automated and semi-automated processes.
• Troubleshoot equipment and build basic lab fixtures.

Skills

Mechanical Assembly

Electronic Assembly

Documentation Skills

Troubleshooting

Metrology Tools Usage

Safety Protocols

Communication Skills

Education

Associate's Degree

5+ years in manufacturing or battery industry

Tools

Microsoft Office

Calipers

Micrometer

CMM

Job description

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.

What You’ll Do:

As a Battery Manufacturing Technician, you will be in a hands-on role assembling our battery packs for our Midnight aircraft. The battery production line is a mixture of automated and semi-automated processes, so you will be interacting with dispense systems, robot cells, and laser welding equipment.

• Work closely with the engineering teams to support equipment bring-up and process validation.
• Use manual, semi-automated, and automated equipment to build battery packs.
• Troubleshoot equipment and processes.
• Debug battery pack issues.
• Build basic lab fixtures and tools.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment.
• Perform inspections and measurements of product dimensions using basic metrology tools (calipers, micrometer, depth gauges, measurement microscope, etc.).

What You Need:

• Associate's Degree, or 5+ years in manufacturing or battery industry.
• Direct hands-on build experience with mechanical and electronic assemblies using technical documentation.
• High workmanship standards.
• Ability to follow formal build instructions and document deviations.
• Excellent documentation and written communication; proficient using Microsoft Office.
• Basic knowledge of drafting standards (read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings) to produce parts and assemblies.
• Experience using measurement and inspection (caliper, micrometer, height gage, CMM, etc.).
• Familiarity with 5S or similar workplace organization methods.
• Experience following all aspects of maintenance safety protocol (LOTO, 5S, Arc Flash, etc.).

Bonus Qualifications:

• Direct experience building and testing high voltage battery modules and/or packs.
• Experience with battery end of line testing and battery cyclers.
• Direct experience programming and troubleshooting industrial automation (PLC, robots, gantries, etc.).

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 a base pay between $24.50/hr - $40.00/hr. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

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 [e-mail]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

Archer is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position at the present time.

Archer 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.