Manager, Design Engineering Structures

<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">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.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">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.</span></p></div><p><strong>What you'll do:</strong><strong><br></strong>We are seeking an experienced Leader to manage our advanced composite structures design team. This role will provide critical leadership and guidance in the area of design, development, and certification of critical composite structures for our eVTOL aircraft, ensuring optimal performance, weight efficiency, and safety while meeting stringent aviation standards.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong><strong><br></strong>Identify key roles required for team success and recruit top talent into the Airframe team at Archer<br>Provide team guidance, regular feedback, education, coaching and mentoring<br>Create career development plans, manage performance, create performance reviews<br>Coordinate with product teams to ensure proper resource levels to support program objectives.<br>Foster a culture of innovation, safety, and continuous improvement</p> <p><strong>Development & Innovation</strong><strong><br></strong>Drive advanced composite design concepts and manufacturing processes<br>Evaluate new materials, technologies, and design methodologies<br>Collaborate with suppliers and partners on composite solutions<br>Contribute to intellectual property development and patent applications</p> <p><strong>Required Qualifications</strong></p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Education & Experience</span><br>Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field<br>Master's degree preferred<br>10+ years of experience in composite structures design and analysis<br>3+ years of management or team leadership experience<br>Experience with aircraft certification processes (Part 23, Part 27, or Part 25)</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Technical Skills</span