Flight Test Maintenance (A&P)
Archer56 · San Jose, California, United States · Posted Jul 1, 2026
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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 Do:
Build and maintain a fly-by-wire aircraft according to aviation standards using shop and calibrated tooling including torque wrenches, crimping and stripping tools
Perform developmental, experimental and production aircraft maintenance, repair, modification, installation, and testing tasks; giving direction to others as needed
Marshall, charge, preflight, maintain aircraft ensuring they are ready for daily flight test operations by minimizing aircraft downtime and maximizing aircraft availability
Help create and carry out Flight Test maintenance policies and procedures including 5s, FOD, work orders, tool control, etc
Follow maintenance safety policies and procedures for ground operations as a part of Archers Safety Management System
Provide plans and status updates back to the Flight Test Maintenance Manager on assigned aircraft and projects
Provide input on the design and fabrication of novel air vehicles from a perspective of hands on repairability and maintainability
Maintain aircraft maintenance records required by FAA regulations, manufacturer recommendations, and company policy
Comply with Engineering Orders affecting Flight Test Aircraft and communicate aircraft deficiencies to the Maintenance Manager or Engineering
Ensure calibration of test equipment and tools
Ensure that products, parts, supplies, and consumables are adequately stocked to meet Flight Testing operations
Monitor expiration dates for aircraft parts, aircraft/hangar consumable supplies, first aid kits, applicable survival/emergency equipment
Work from a variety of technical materials such as blueprints, schematics, handbooks, drawings, and engineering work orders providing feedback as required
Meet scheduled timelines and, in some cases, aggressive deadlines to have aircraft flight ready for project milestones
Assume any duties as delegated by the Flight Test Maintenance Manager
What You Need:
FAA Airframe and Powerplant license (A P Required)
8+ years of experience in the aerospace industry
8+ years of aircraft maintenance experience
Previous developmental or Part 23/Part 27 certification flight test maintenance experience
Hands-on with fly-by-wire aircraft and flight test instrumentation
Aircraft configuration management and conformity experience
Experience working with high voltage systems
Knowledge of wiring techniques and best practices (crimping, routing, securing, etc.)
Driving of aircraft tugs, carts, and lifts within an airport environment
A collaborative attitude, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and meticulous attention to detail with the ability to communicate and build cross-functional relationships
Work with all levels of personnel and effectively interact with technicians and engineers
Excellent planning and organization skills, including the ability to give direction to others
Ability to drive continuous improvement activities to exceed expectations and help promote a professional shop and organizational environment
Working Hours: Ability to work a flexible schedule may include nights, weekends, and holidays
Travel Requirements: This position requires travel 5-10% of the time
Bonus Qualifications:
10+ years aviation experience
Prior experience with electric aircraft/eVTOL
Working knowledge of composite airframe and repair
Underpinning knowledge of IPC 610/620
Experience working with CAD, NX, Confluence, JIRA
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 $115,000 - $135,000. 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 …