Flight Control Systems Program Lead (Aerospace)

Archer; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 199,000 - 249,000; Full time

Job summary

Archer in San Jose, CA is seeking an experienced Engineering Program Manager to lead Flight Control Systems (FCS) programs for an all-electric eVTOL aircraft. You will drive schedule, budget, risk, and supplier management across multiple engineering teams, ensuring safety-critical integration from concept through production.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in aerospace program management, deep knowledge of FCS, and strong communication skills to align objectives with company strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering.
• 10+ years of program management experience in aerospace/aviation.
• Experience with flight-critical system development programs, specifically FCS.
• Knowledge of safety-critical quality standards and processes.
• Strong proficiency in project management tools.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee multiple parallel workstreams from concept through production.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality.
• Develop and maintain program schedules, budgets, and risk management plans.
• Drive technical decisions and trade studies related to complex FCS design and development.
• Oversee supplier relationships and contracts for FCS components.
• Ensure alignment between program objectives and company strategy.
• Lead technical reviews and design validation activities, focusing on flight-critical aspects.
• Manage program metrics and KPIs and report to senior leadership.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Analytical abilities

FCS integration knowledge

Project management leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Archer in San Jose, CA is seeking an experienced Engineering Program Manager to lead Flight Control Systems (FCS) programs for an all-electric eVTOL aircraft. You will drive schedule, budget, risk, and supplier management across multiple engineering teams, ensuring safety-critical integration from concept through production.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in aerospace program management, deep knowledge of FCS, and strong communication skills to align objectives with company strategy.