Site Quality Director at Archer Aviation
Covington, GA 30014
About the Job
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.What you’ll doAs the Site Quality Director for Archer you will report directly to our Head of Quality, you will have the responsibility for overseeing the Quality Management System and quality functional support for aircraft production, flight operations, and delivery occurring in Georgia. Take a key leadership role in the development and deployment of quality procedures, and standards to ensure Archer meets AS9100 and FAA requirements. Lead the establishment of an aircraft inspection plan during the test and production phases of the program at CovingtonExecute / Oversee the assurance process for the Midnight program incorporating risk based approach to inspectionLead the development and roll out of Advanced Product Quality Planning techniques such as PFMEAs, control plans and SPC and establish tools/processes to maintain the digital thread throughout the lifecycleResponsible for establishing and leading process quality for the purpose of improving process performance and stability through the effective deployment of process quality and statistical process controlResponsible for ensuring the GA quality function stays within the overall quality budget requirementsDevelop & support long- and short-term planning, policies, programs and objectivesLead efforts to implement lean management systems, lean tools, and standardize key processes including materials management and quality systemsCollaborate and positively influence cross-functional teams to integrate quality into all business processesWhat you needBachelor's degree (or higher) in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial) with at least 10+ years’ experience Experience hiring, leading and managing hourly employeesExperience with electronic MES systems and driving quality metrics to improve business performanceExperience establishing quality oversight and review of contract manufacturing relationshipsExperience working in a manufacturing environment in aerospace or other highly regulated environmentsKnowledge of Quality Standards such as AS9100, AS9103, AS9145, and AS6500.Bonus qualificationsExperience establishing real time dashboards used throughout the organizationExperience with flight line testing and working with the FAA during a production certification processSix Sigma Black/Green Belt, AS9100 Lead Auditor or ASQ Certified Quality ManagerExperience with electric powertrain or aerospace composite assembly processesAt 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 $173,400 - $204,000. 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
Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.By submitting your application, you acknowledge Archer's Candidate Privacy PolicyArcher 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 to
All employment processes are managed by the Archer People Team.
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.What you’ll doAs the Site Quality Director for Archer you will report directly to our Head of Quality, you will have the responsibility for overseeing the Quality Management System and quality functional support for aircraft production, flight operations, and delivery occurring in Georgia. Take a key leadership role in the development and deployment of quality procedures, and standards to ensure Archer meets AS9100 and FAA requirements. Lead the establishment of an aircraft inspection plan during the test and production phases of the program at CovingtonExecute / Oversee the assurance process for the Midnight program incorporating risk based approach to inspectionLead the development and roll out of Advanced Product Quality Planning techniques such as PFMEAs, control plans and SPC and establish tools/processes to maintain the digital thread throughout the lifecycleResponsible for establishing and leading process quality for the purpose of improving process performance and stability through the effective deployment of process quality and statistical process controlResponsible for ensuring the GA quality function stays within the overall quality budget requirementsDevelop & support long- and short-term planning, policies, programs and objectivesLead efforts to implement lean management systems, lean tools, and standardize key processes including materials management and quality systemsCollaborate and positively influence cross-functional teams to integrate quality into all business processesWhat you needBachelor's degree (or higher) in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial) with at least 10+ years’ experience Experience hiring, leading and managing hourly employeesExperience with electronic MES systems and driving quality metrics to improve business performanceExperience establishing quality oversight and review of contract manufacturing relationshipsExperience working in a manufacturing environment in aerospace or other highly regulated environmentsKnowledge of Quality Standards such as AS9100, AS9103, AS9145, and AS6500.Bonus qualificationsExperience establishing real time dashboards used throughout the organizationExperience with flight line testing and working with the FAA during a production certification processSix Sigma Black/Green Belt, AS9100 Lead Auditor or ASQ Certified Quality ManagerExperience with electric powertrain or aerospace composite assembly processesAt 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 $173,400 - $204,000. 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
people@archer.com
Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.By submitting your application, you acknowledge Archer's Candidate Privacy PolicyArcher 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 to
People@archer.com
All employment processes are managed by the Archer People Team.
