Lead Color and Material Designer - (SJ2025JA) at Archer

San Jose, California, United States

Archer Logo
$210,000 – $231,000Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AerospaceIndustries

Requirements

  • Senior CMF (Color, Material and Finishes) Designer or related job title
  • 4 years of CMF experience
  • 2 years in transportation-related industries (specifically aerospace and automotive)
  • Experience focusing on Circular Design principles

Responsibilities

  • Head the development of innovative CMF (Colors, Materials, Finishes) strategies and solutions for products
  • Drive CMF programs related to the aircraft exterior and interior cabin of production aircraft, future concepts, prototypes, and special projects
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including design, engineering, marketing, and manufacturing, to ensure products stand out in the market with visual appeal, quality, and user experience
  • Have a clear vision for future design trends, exceptional creativity, and the ability to translate conceptual ideas into tangible, market-leading CMF solutions

Skills

CMF Design
Colors Design
Materials Design
Finishes Design
Circular Design
Aerospace Design
Automotive Design
Prototyping
Trend Forecasting
Cross-functional Collaboration

Archer

Designs and develops electric vertical takeoff aircraft

About Archer

Archer designs and develops electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft aimed at transforming urban transportation. Their aircraft operate by taking off and landing vertically, which allows them to navigate congested city environments efficiently. Archer targets urban commuters, city planners, and transportation networks, offering eco-friendly solutions to improve urban mobility. Unlike traditional transportation methods, Archer's eVTOLs provide a sustainable alternative that reduces environmental impact. The company generates revenue through the sale of its aircraft and may also offer air taxi services in the future. Archer's goal is to lead the shift towards sustainable air mobility, making urban commuting more efficient and environmentally friendly.

Palo Alto, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2020Year Founded
$637.8MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Automotive & TransportationIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Performance Bonus

Risks

Regulatory challenges from FAA and DOT may delay operational plans.
Increased competition from companies like Joby Aviation could impact market share.
Reliance on strategic partnerships poses risks if expectations are not met.

Differentiation

Archer focuses on sustainable urban air mobility with all-electric eVTOL aircraft.
The company targets urban commuters with eco-friendly, time-saving air taxi services.
Archer's strategic partnerships enhance its market reach and operational capabilities.

Upsides

Archer secured $430M funding, strengthening its financial position for growth.
FAA approval for LA air taxi services positions Archer for urban mobility leadership.
Planned LA air mobility network could significantly reduce commuter travel times.

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