Senior CNC Programmer & Machinist

• 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

• 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

• Direct experience with aviation builds and assembly
• Passion for aviation and eVTOLs
• Demonstrated exposure to prototype environment with ability to problem solve
• Experience working in composites shop with exposure to composites processing methods
• Experience with DMS and CMS machines and software

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 $122,880.00 - $153,600.00. 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 [email protected]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.