Principal Metrology Engineer

Company: Archer
Location: San Jose
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

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. The opportunity As the technical leader of our quality team, you will help define the quality requirements and process controls for our first certified aircraft, Midnight. You will help us overcome the challenge of providing airline-like levels of safety while offering urban air transportation at a price accessible to all, setting the bar for the entire nascent advanced air mobility industry. Length of contract is approximately six months. What you’ll do As the lead Metrologist for Archer you will report directly to our Head of Quality, you will have the responsibility for developing and overseeing the metrology program at Archer Take a key role in the development and deployment of metrology tools to ensure Midnight meets design requirements. Lead the establishment of an aircraft inspection plan during the test phase of the program at both San Jose and Covington Execute / Oversee the verification process for the Midnight program incorporating risk based approach to inspection including design reviews and tolerance stack up analysis Lead the development and implementation of laser trackers, faro arms and other key metrology equipment Specific responsibilities include establishing critical wing dimensions using a laser tracker, develop a plan to use GearPro on CMMs at Archer, develop a program and train inspectors to measure key features on propellers. Collaborate and positively influence cross-functional teams to integrate quality into all business processes What you need Knowledge of multiple metrology programs (Calypso, Metrolog, Faro) with at least 10 years’ experience Experience with complex geometries, model based engineering and GDT. Experience with CMMs, laser trackers, broken arms and other metrology equipment Experience establishing quality oversight and standardizing inspection techniques Experience working in a manufacturing environment in aerospace or other highly regulated environments Knowledge of Quality Standards such as AS9100, AS9103, AS9145, and AS6500. Bonus qualifications Experience with composite bonding and verification of non rigid geometries Experience with flight line testing and working with the FAA Experience with electric powertrain, gear metrology or aerospace assembly processes 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 $143,000 - $183,000 annually. 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 people@archer.com . Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Information collected and processed as part of any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Archer's Candidate Privacy Policy . Archer is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position at the present time. Archer is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Archer Aviation does not engage with external recruiting agencies/individual recruiters with whom it does not have a prior written agreement. Archer reserves the right to make use of any unsolicited resumes that it receives and bears no responsibility for payment of any fees asserted from the use of unsolicited resumes. If you are a recruiting agency or individual recruiter wishing to do business with Archer, please reach out to People@archer.com . All employment processes are managed by the Archer People Team.

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