EPS Manufacturing Technician

Archer; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Archer, an aerospace company based in San Jose, California, is seeking an EPS Manufacturing Technician to build stators for electric propulsion systems. You will work on a production line assembling stators and supporting engine subassemblies, in a hands-on role that blends manual and automated processes.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of hands-on manufacturing experience, strong documentation habits, and the ability to read drawings.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on manufacturing experience assembling mechanical and/or electronic components.
• Able to follow formal work instructions and document deviations and data.
• High workmanship standards and careful handling of hardware.
• Experience with measurement equipment (calipers, micrometers, height gauges).
• Ability to read mechanical/electrical drawings and basic drafting standards.
• Familiar with safety protocols (LOTO, arc flash, ESD) and 5S.
• Collaborative, coachable and eager to learn on a new production line.

Responsibilities

• Assemble stators and subassemblies using manual and automated equipment.
• Support equipment bring-up, process development, validation activities, and basic fixture or tooling builds.
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment and process issues across stator builds and testing, contributing to continuous improvement efforts.
• Conduct in-process and final inspections using basic metrology tools (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, measurement microscopes, etc.).
• Accurately document build issues, process deviations, inspection results, and manufacturing parameters in real time.
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on production and lab equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with 5S and safety protocols.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Documentation & records

Quality workmanship

Reading drawings

Safety protocols

Collaborative/coachable

Tools

Excel

Calipers

Micrometers

Height gauges

Measurement microscopes

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.

As part of the mission at Archer, we’re scaling production of our cutting-edge Electric Propulsion System (EPS)—the heart of our eVTOL aircraft. EPS comprises the Electric Motor and Propeller assemblies. As an EPS Manufacturing Technician, you will play a hands-on role in building stators for our electric engines supporting the aircraft. This position operates in a predominantly manual production environment where strict adherence to work instructions, precision, and attention to detail are critical to success. We're building this line from the ground up, and we want technicians who are curious, ask good questions, and grow with us.

What You’ll Do:

• Assemble stators and support electric engine subassemblies — including winding, insulation, impregnation, and mechanical assembly — using manual, semi-automated, and automated equipment
• Partner closely with Manufacturing and Design Engineering teams to support equipment bring-up, process development, validation activities, and basic fixture or tooling builds
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment and process issues across stator builds and testing, contributing to continuous improvement efforts
• Conduct in-process and final inspections using basic metrology tools (calipers, micrometers, depth gauges, measurement microscopes, etc.)
• Accurately document build issues, process deviations, inspection results, and manufacturing parameters in real time
• Perform routine preventative maintenance on production and lab equipment
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance with 5S and safety protocols

What You Need:

• 3+ years of hands-on manufacturing or production experience assembling mechanical and/or electronic components — aerospace, EV, or precision manufacturing backgrounds are a plus
• Demonstrated ability to follow formal work instructions and accurately document deviations, build records, or process data (experience with Excel or similar tools required)
• High standards for workmanship, part handling, and quality — you take care of the hardware and you notice when something isn't right
• Experience using measurement and inspection equipment (calipers, micrometers, height gauges, etc.)
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical drawings and basic drafting standards
• Familiarity with manufacturing safety protocols (LOTO, arc flash, ESD, etc.) and 5S workplace organization
• A collaborative, coachable approach — you ask questions when you're unsure, communicate clearly, and are energized by learning on a new production line

Bonus Qualifications:

• IPC certification or working knowledge of IPC standards
• Direct experience with stator winding and insulation processes
• Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP

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 $43.00-$50.00 per hour. 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 [e-mail]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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 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.

Archer 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 [e-mail]. All employment processes are managed by the Archer People Team.