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Archer

Designs and sells electric VTOL aircraft

NDT Inspector Lead

Inspection & TestPosted on Nov 10
Full-timeSan Jose, CA, USA$75.2k - $94k

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required; some college coursework is preferred.
  • Ability to achieve NDT Level II Certification in Ultrasonic Testing (UT).
  • Ability to achieve NDT Level II Certification in Eddy Current Testing (ET).
  • Ability to achieve NDT Level II Certification in Fluorescent Penetrant Inspection (FPI).
  • Experience performing ultrasonic inspection of composite parts and adhesive-bonded assemblies.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in performing NDT tasks and interpreting inspection results.
  • Ability to write detailed NDT inspection reports.
  • Experience using MES/SAP systems to complete inspection plans electronically.
  • Work experience in manufacturing environments within aerospace or other highly regulated industries.
  • Willingness and ability to travel up to 20% of the time.

Responsibilities

  • Configure and calibrate nondestructive testing (NDT) equipment to ensure accurate inspections.
  • Perform NDT inspections to assess product quality and detect defects using various methodologies.
  • Develop and implement testing techniques tailored to the objects under inspection.
  • Apply testing criteria in accordance with applicable specifications and evaluate results effectively.
  • Compile detailed test reports and distribute findings to relevant stakeholders.
  • Conduct general aircraft inspections and specialized composite ultrasonic testing.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience performing First Article Inspections (FAI) and familiarity with relevant tools.
  • Proficiency working with Model-Based Definition (MBD) or fully dimensional models.
  • Experience with the utilization of Teamcenter.

About the Company

Archer

Designs and sells electric VTOL aircraft

Archer designs and develops electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for urban transport. Its eVTOLs use electric propulsion to take off and land vertically, enabling compact, city-friendly air mobility that can serve urban commuters and feed into air taxi networks. The company sells its aircraft directly and may in the future generate revenue from air taxi services or related operations, blending aircraft sales with service fees. Archer differentiates itself by focusing on the urban air mobility market and pursuing a direct-sales approach paired with potential operation services, aiming to partner with city planners and transportation networks to integrate eco-friendly, on-demand urban transport. The goal is to advance sustainable, city-centered air mobility and help cities reduce congestion and pollution by offering practical, electric aerial transit.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
San Jose, CA
Founded
2020

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