Propulsion Systems Operations Lead | Electric Aircraft

Archer; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 173,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Archer, an aerospace company in San Jose, California, seeks a Propulsion System Technical Operations Lead to oversee propulsion production support and flight operations. You will lead cross‑functional teams across design, manufacturing, quality, and testing to resolve issues and improve reliability.

The role emphasizes root-cause analysis, data interpretation, and developing standards for technical ops. A BS in Mechanical/Aerospace engineering and 8+ years in related roles are required.

Qualifications

• 8+ years experience in product engineering, manufacturing support, or technical operations.
• Experience leading technical teams and coordinating across organizational boundaries (design, manufacturing, quality, test).
• Demonstrated expertise in root cause analysis and technical problem resolution.
• Background in rotating machinery, gearboxes, or electric motor systems.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret test data and performance metrics.
• Knowledge of DFMEA and PFMEA methodologies.
• Strong communication skills with ability to present technical findings to diverse audiences.
• Experience supporting production operations and resolving manufacturing issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical operations supporting propulsion system production and flight operations.
• Serve as primary technical interface for manufacturing quality issues, development testing, and flight test anomalies.
• Establish and implement robust root cause analysis methodologies for component failures.
• Drive resolution of critical technical issues affecting production or flight operations.
• Develop technical standards and best practices for technical operations activities.
• Analyze performance data to identify reliability trends and improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate real-time engineering support for flight test operations and anomaly resolution.
• Establish metrics and KPIs for measuring technical operations effectiveness.
• Mentor junior engineers in problem-solving methodologies and technical analysis.
• Develop strategic roadmap for technical operations capabilities and process improvements.
• Create documentation standards for failure investigation reports and corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Root cause analysis

Technical operations

Electric motors

DFMEA/PFMEA

Cross-functional

Data analysis

Manufacturing support

Education

B.S. Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

Tools

PLM systems

Configuration management

Job description

Archer, an aerospace company in San Jose, California, seeks a Propulsion System Technical Operations Lead to oversee propulsion production support and flight operations. You will lead cross‑functional teams across design, manufacturing, quality, and testing to resolve issues and improve reliability.

The role emphasizes root-cause analysis, data interpretation, and developing standards for technical ops. A BS in Mechanical/Aerospace engineering and 8+ years in related roles are required.