Sr. Electrical Technician

Archer Technologies International, Incorporated; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Archer is seeking an experienced electrical technician to join its aerospace labs in San Jose, California. You will read wiring diagrams, understand electrical symbols, repair subsystems, and help build integration test labs for avionics and powertrain development.

You will inspect the work of technicians, troubleshoot integration issues, and fabricate wiring harnesses in compliance with aviation standards. A&P, IA, FAA familiarity and related certifications are welcome as bonus qualifications.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience as an electrical technician in Aviation, Aerospace or similar industry.
• Superior technical skills and expertise in avionics and aircraft subsystems operation and troubleshooting.
• Hands on experience cutting, splicing and crimping wires to fabricate a wide variety of harnesses types.

Responsibilities

• Build aircraft subsystems integration test labs.
• Read wiring diagrams and schematics, and have the ability to understand common electrical symbols and components.
• Repair and replace aircraft subsystem components in a lab environment.
• Maintain lab documentation for lab modifications, repairs and upgrades.
• Inspect the work of other technicians to ensure quality and conformity with design specifications.
• Troubleshoot integration encountered.
• Fabricate and ring-out wiring harnesses for Aerospace Industry Standards.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Avionics

Wiring harness fabrication

Lab safety

Quality workmanship

Tools

Wiring diagrams

Schematics

Electrical test equipment

Job description

Archer is an aerospace and defense company headquartered in San Jose, California, building the aircraft and technology that will define the next era of flight. The company works across air taxis, UAS, AI and powertrain development — building real-world systems that combine software intelligence with physical hardware. That includes Midnight, Archer's all-electric air taxi; Halo, an autonomous vertical takeoff and landing aircraft built for both commercial and defense use; and ZEE, Archer's AI foundation model built specifically for aviation. We’re seeking exceptional engineers, operators and builders to join us on our mission to build the future of aerospace and defense.

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

• Help build aircraft subsystems integration test labs
• Read wiring diagrams and schematics, and have the ability to understand common electrical symbols and components
• Repair and replace aircraft subsystem components in a lab environment
• Maintain lab documentation for lab modifications, repairs and upgrades
• Inspect the work of other technicians to ensure quality and conformity with design specifications
• Troubleshoot integration encountered
• Fabricate and ring-out wiring harnesses for Aerospace Industry Standards.

What You Need

• 5 years of experience as an electrical technician in Aviation, Aerospace or similar industry
• Superior technical skills and expertise in avionics and aircraft subsystems operation and troubleshooting
• Hands on experience cutting, splicing and crimping wires to fabricate a wide variety of harnesses types
• Extreme attention to detail and high expectations for quality technical work
• Ability to replace various subsystems components
• A safety conscious mindset for ensuring the wellbeing of all working in the labs
• Set an example for a high standard of technical work for other team members

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience maintaining / modifying certified aircraft.
• A&P License
• Inspection Authorization (IA)
• Experience with FAA type certification and conformal test setups
• Familiarity with high voltage systems

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 $27-45/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.

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Certain positions may be eligible for visa sponsorship.

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