Senior CNC Programmer & Machinist at Archer

Huntington Beach, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

AerospaceIndustries

Requirements

10+ years CNC machining and programming experience
5+ years of experience machining composites
5+ years designing and manufacturing fixtures and tooling
Manual Mill and Lathe experience
Excellent documentation and written communication
Basic knowledge of drafting standards (read and interpret construction and mechanical drawings) to produce parts and assemblies
Experience with CNC programming software (Mastercam preferred)
Experience with CAD software (Siemens NX, CATIA preferred)
Experience using inspection tools (caliper, micrometer, height gauge, etc.)
Forklift experience

Responsibilities

Program and operate multi-axis CNC machines at Archer’s R&D facility
Machine composite parts, foam masters and assembly jigs
Own CNC portion of shop; organize area, maintain equipment, purchase and inventory tools and consumables needed to keep area operational
Provide feedback to manufacturing engineering on tooling and fixturing design
Drive tooling strategies and fixture development for prototype builds, balancing the need for high precision with practical solutions suited to rapidly evolving programs
Provide solutions or alternative approaches to solve technical manufacturing problems
Perform inspections and measurements of product dimensions using basic measuring tools, calipers, micrometer, depth gauges, etc
Support engineering activities including prototype development, proof of concept studies, and process validation
Train technicians on basics of operating the machines

Skills

CNC Programming

Multi-axis CNC Machines

Composite Machining

Fixture Design

Tooling Manufacturing

Manual Mill

Manual Lathe

Calipers

Micrometer

Depth Gauges

Mechanical Drawings

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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