Quality Engineer Intern
About The Position
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. This internship is a part of a 10-week summer internship program opportunity. This role will be based at Archer’s headquarters in San Jose, California and relocation or housing will not be provided. Archer is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Quality Engineering Intern to join our Quality team. This internship provides a hands-on opportunity to gain practical experience into Product Quality. The successful candidate will be instrumental in deploying processes that allow Archer to build safe, compliant products that are right the first time, on-time, every time.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in a degree program related to Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial) at an accredited University, preferably a Junior going into your Senior year.
- Proficient in conducting data analysis using software like Microsoft Office suite, Power BI, and similar tools.
- Solid analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Effective communication and presentation abilities, both written and verbal, coupled with adept multitasking skills to manage multiple projects concurrently.
- Proactive and capable of independently driving tasks to completion
- Aligned with Archer’s core values
Nice To Haves
- Basic familiarity with Quality Standards such as AS9100 or ISO 9001
- Familiarity with manufacturing tools, equipment, and software
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing and 6S principles
- Familiarity with the aviation industry
- Located in the San Francisco Bay Area
Responsibilities
- Collaborate closely with the quality team to identify areas where processes can be improved, continuous improvement initiatives can be fostered, efficiency can be enhanced, and costs can be reduced.
- Lead Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA), internal audits, and help champion continuous improvement initiatives with cross functional stakeholders.
- Analyze the existing Product Quality Assurance processes, including inspection plan methods and nonconformance handling, to identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency without compromising quality.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, logistics, and manufacturing, to achieve production and certification goals.
- Interface with engineers, maintainers, technicians, and program management to accomplish objectives safely and efficiently.
- Engage in a product focused on Continuous Improvement levering principles from Lean, Six Sigma and Advanced Quality Planning concepts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
