Flight Test Instrumentation Specialist

Archer Technologies International, Incorporated; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Archer, headquartered in Silicon Valley, seeks a Flight Test Instrumentation Technician with extensive aerospace experience to install, test and support flight-test systems. You’ll build fly-by-wire configurations, maintain instrumentation, and ensure calibration of tools and records.

The role requires hands-on work with sensors, DAQ, and high-voltage systems, with travel and flexible hours as needed. You will collaborate with engineers and Program Management, adhere to 5S and tool-control

Qualifications

• NCATT AET or A&P preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in the aerospace industry is highly valued.
• Hands-on with fly-by-wire aircraft and flight test instrumentation required.

Responsibilities

• Install, test and support aircraft flight test instrumentation systems to meet Archer requirements.
• Build and maintain a fly-by-wire aircraft according to aviation standards using shop tooling and calibrated equipment.
• Perform developmental, experimental and production maintenance, repair, modification, installation and testing tasks; take direction as needed.
• Help create and carry out Flight Test Instrumentation policies and procedures including 5s, FOD, work orders, tool control, etc.
• Build and install harnesses, strain gauges, DAQ systems, accelerometers and other sensors.
• Provide plans and status updates to supervisor and Program Management on assigned projects.
• Maintain good recordkeeping of all work performed and ensure calibration of test equipment and tools.
• Ensure parts, materials, and consumables are stocked to meet installation needs.
• Work from blueprints, schematics, handbooks, drawings and work orders; provide feedback as required.
• Meet timelines and aggressive deadlines to have aircraft flight ready for milestones.

Skills

Flight Test Instrumentation

Hands-on with fly-by-wire

Electrical high voltage systems

Wiring techniques

Collaborative communication

Ability to work nights/weekends

Travel 5-10%

Education

NCATT AET or A&P Preferred

10+ years aerospace experience

Tools

CAD NX

Confluence

JIRA

Job description

Archer, headquartered in Silicon Valley, seeks a Flight Test Instrumentation Technician with extensive aerospace experience to install, test and support flight-test systems. You’ll build fly-by-wire configurations, maintain instrumentation, and ensure calibration of tools and records.

The role requires hands-on work with sensors, DAQ, and high-voltage systems, with travel and flexible hours as needed. You will collaborate with engineers and Program Management, adhere to 5S and tool-control