Archer · 2 days ago
Senior Manufacturing Engineer, Harnessing & Wiring
Santa Clara, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$123K/yr - $167K/yr
6+ years expArcher 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. They are seeking a highly skilled Senior Harnessing & Wiring Manufacturing Engineer to design, develop, and optimize production systems for electrical wiring harnesses across their aircraft assembly line.
AerospaceAir TransportationElectric VehicleManufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Design Production Systems: Develop a comprehensive production system concept for the installation of wire harnesses in our aircraft assembly line, considering the use of supplier-fabricated structural assemblies
Collaborate with Suppliers: Coordinate with external suppliers to identify opportunities for pre-installing harness standoffs and supports and determine which harnesses, if any, should be pre-installed during the fabrication of structural assemblies
Process Optimization: Establish and document processes, guidelines, and standards to streamline the installation of wire harnesses, making the process faster, easier, and safer. Identify preferred installation components and methods
Damage Mitigation and Repair: Anticipate potential types of damage to wiring harnesses during production and develop mitigation strategies and repair procedures to ensure the integrity and safety of the installation
Adapt to High-Rate Production: Plan for production rate increases, analyzing how the production system will need to change to accommodate higher volumes over time
Support Certification Efforts: Create process documents, guidelines, and standards required to support the FAA certification efforts and maintain compliance with all regulatory requirements
Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities for continuous improvement within the EWIS production process to enhance quality, reduce costs, and increase efficiency
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent experience)
Minimum of 6+ years of experience in Harnessing & Wiring design, installation, and manufacturing within the aerospace industry
Experience in an environment tied to FAA-certified aircraft
Experience with production systems design and optimization, particularly in relation to wire harness installation in aircraft
Experience with thermoset carbon fiber prepreg materials and the integration of electrical components into composite structures
Proven experience working with external suppliers and contract manufacturers to support low-rate initial production and high-rate scaling
Excellent problem-solving skills with a strong ability to anticipate potential issues and develop effective solutions
Strong communication skills to collaborate with internal teams, external suppliers, and regulatory bodies
Detail-oriented with a focus on process documentation and compliance
Preferred
Experience with managing projects through various phases of aircraft development, including prototype, certification, and production
Knowledge of industry standards related to wire harness installation and aerospace manufacturing
Familiarity with the design and installation of expanded copper foil layers and surfacing films on OML surfaces
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive results in a fast-paced environment
Company
Archer
Archer is an aerospace company that developed an electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft tailored for urban air mobility systems.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.48BKey Investors
BlackRockStellantis
2025-11-06Post Ipo Equity· $650M
2025-06-12Post Ipo Equity· $850M
2025-02-11Post Ipo Equity· $300M
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Adam Goldstein
Founder and CEO
Tom Muniz
Chief Technology Officer
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