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Product Lead roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty's Management Consultant or Engineer categories, depending on your background and how the role is scoped. Canadian citizens can apply at the border or a U.S. consulate without a cap; Mexican citizens work through consular processing with a separate allocation.
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Headquartered in Silicon Valley, California, Archer is a leader in the next-gen aerospace sector building an end-to-end advanced air mobility platform that delivers air taxis, unmanned aircraft systems ("UAS"), aviation-related physical artificial intelligence ("AI") solutions, and other technologies to customers worldwide across the commercial aerospace and defense sectors.
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.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
We are seeking a high-ownership Sr. Product Quality Engineer – Powertrain to join our Quality Engineering team at our facility in San Jose, CA. In this role, you will be a key quality engineering contributor responsible for driving manufacturing quality and advanced process quality planning across our battery, electric motor, and powertrain assembly lines.
You will work hands-on with manufacturing engineers, technicians, and design engineering teams to review 2D drawings, perform complex dimensional inspections, execute APQP tools (PFMEAs, Control Plans), and resolve floor non-conformances (MRB/RCCA). This role requires a technical engineer with a strong background in high-volume battery or electric vehicle manufacturing who excels at root-cause analysis and dimensional metrology.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
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Manufacturing Line Support: Serve as the dedicated quality engineering contributor for battery pack and electric powertrain assembly lines, resolving real-time production quality issues, non-conformances, and Material Review Board (MRB) dispositions.
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Advanced Quality Planning (APQP): Lead process quality activities, including the development, execution, and updating of Process Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (PFMEAs), Control Plans, and Statistical Process Control (SPC) protocols for powertrain manufacturing.
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GD&T & Metrology Execution: Apply ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards to review 2D engineering drawings and perform/verify physical dimensional inspections using metrology tools (CMMs, articulated arms, laser trackers, or surface plate layouts).
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Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA): Perform deep technical failure analyses on manufacturing defects—investigating process physics such as spot welding issues, thermal runaway/containment factors, contamination, or corrosion.
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First Article & Process Validation: Oversee product quality validation, vendor component integration, and AS19102 First Article Inspections (FAIs) for automated and semi-automated powertrain assembly equipment.
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Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner directly with Powertrain Design, Battery Manufacturing, and Supplier Quality teams to feed shop-floor quality data back into design and process improvement loops.
WHAT YOU NEED:
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Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Materials, or Automotive Engineering (or equivalent technical experience) with 5+ years of hands-on quality or manufacturing engineering experience in battery, EV, or powertrain manufacturing environments.
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Automotive / EV Domain Expertise: Proven experience supporting high-volume automated manufacturing lines, battery pack assembly, electric motors, or power electronics.
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Applied GD&T & Metrology: Strong working knowledge of ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards, 2D technical drawings, and hands-on experience using dimensional metrology equipment (CMM, FARO/Romer arms, surface plates).
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Quality Methodologies: Demonstrated expertise executing APQP tools, including PFMEAs, Control Plans, Measurement System Analysis (MSA), and RCCA/CAPA frameworks.
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Digital Ecosystems: Experience navigating PLM, MES, and ERP platforms (e.g., Teamcenter, SAP) to author digital inspection plans and disposition quality notifications.
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Technical Problem Solving: Ability to troubleshoot manufacturing process anomalies down to the root physical failure mechanism in a fast-paced environment.
BONUS QUALIFICATIONS:
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Automotive OEM Background: Prior experience at an EV OEM or Tier-1 supplier (e.g., battery pack assembly, automated module joining, or thermal interface material dispensing).
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Advanced Quality Tools: Experience with AS9145 standards, PPAP production sign-offs, and design for manufacturing/assembly (DFM/DFA) principles.
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Certifications: ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certification.
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Industry Standards: Knowledge of metric-based automotive manufacturing practices, ISO/IATF 16949, or AS9100 quality management systems.
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 $120,400 - $150,500. 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.
Certain positions may be eligible for visa sponsorship.
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.
INTRODUCTION
Headquartered in Silicon Valley, California, Archer is a leader in the next-gen aerospace sector building an end-to-end advanced air mobility platform that delivers air taxis, unmanned aircraft systems ("UAS"), aviation-related physical artificial intelligence ("AI") solutions, and other technologies to customers worldwide across the commercial aerospace and defense sectors.
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.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
We are seeking a high-ownership Sr. Product Quality Engineer – Powertrain to join our Quality Engineering team at our facility in San Jose, CA. In this role, you will be a key quality engineering contributor responsible for driving manufacturing quality and advanced process quality planning across our battery, electric motor, and powertrain assembly lines.
You will work hands-on with manufacturing engineers, technicians, and design engineering teams to review 2D drawings, perform complex dimensional inspections, execute APQP tools (PFMEAs, Control Plans), and resolve floor non-conformances (MRB/RCCA). This role requires a technical engineer with a strong background in high-volume battery or electric vehicle manufacturing who excels at root-cause analysis and dimensional metrology.
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
-
Manufacturing Line Support: Serve as the dedicated quality engineering contributor for battery pack and electric powertrain assembly lines, resolving real-time production quality issues, non-conformances, and Material Review Board (MRB) dispositions.
-
Advanced Quality Planning (APQP): Lead process quality activities, including the development, execution, and updating of Process Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (PFMEAs), Control Plans, and Statistical Process Control (SPC) protocols for powertrain manufacturing.
-
GD&T & Metrology Execution: Apply ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards to review 2D engineering drawings and perform/verify physical dimensional inspections using metrology tools (CMMs, articulated arms, laser trackers, or surface plate layouts).
-
Root Cause & Corrective Action (RCCA): Perform deep technical failure analyses on manufacturing defects—investigating process physics such as spot welding issues, thermal runaway/containment factors, contamination, or corrosion.
-
First Article & Process Validation: Oversee product quality validation, vendor component integration, and AS19102 First Article Inspections (FAIs) for automated and semi-automated powertrain assembly equipment.
-
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner directly with Powertrain Design, Battery Manufacturing, and Supplier Quality teams to feed shop-floor quality data back into design and process improvement loops.
WHAT YOU NEED:
-
Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Materials, or Automotive Engineering (or equivalent technical experience) with 5+ years of hands-on quality or manufacturing engineering experience in battery, EV, or powertrain manufacturing environments.
-
Automotive / EV Domain Expertise: Proven experience supporting high-volume automated manufacturing lines, battery pack assembly, electric motors, or power electronics.
-
Applied GD&T & Metrology: Strong working knowledge of ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards, 2D technical drawings, and hands-on experience using dimensional metrology equipment (CMM, FARO/Romer arms, surface plates).
-
Quality Methodologies: Demonstrated expertise executing APQP tools, including PFMEAs, Control Plans, Measurement System Analysis (MSA), and RCCA/CAPA frameworks.
-
Digital Ecosystems: Experience navigating PLM, MES, and ERP platforms (e.g., Teamcenter, SAP) to author digital inspection plans and disposition quality notifications.
-
Technical Problem Solving: Ability to troubleshoot manufacturing process anomalies down to the root physical failure mechanism in a fast-paced environment.
BONUS QUALIFICATIONS:
-
Automotive OEM Background: Prior experience at an EV OEM or Tier-1 supplier (e.g., battery pack assembly, automated module joining, or thermal interface material dispensing).
-
Advanced Quality Tools: Experience with AS9145 standards, PPAP production sign-offs, and design for manufacturing/assembly (DFM/DFA) principles.
-
Certifications: ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt certification.
-
Industry Standards: Knowledge of metric-based automotive manufacturing practices, ISO/IATF 16949, or AS9100 quality management systems.
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 $120,400 - $150,500. 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.
Certain positions may be eligible for visa sponsorship.
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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Product Lead
Frame your credentials around TN categories
Product Lead doesn't appear by name in TN visa occupation lists. Your offer letter and credential package must map your role to a qualifying category like Management Consultant or Engineer before you approach any employer about sponsorship.
Target employers with recent visa filing experience
Search Migrate Mate's database to find employers with recent visa filings for product-adjacent roles. These companies already understand work visa sponsorship processes and won't stall on sponsorship because they have hands-on experience managing visa cases. For TN sponsorship, Canadian applicants can present an employer support letter directly at the U.S. port of entry, while Mexican applicants apply through a U.S. consulate—both processes are faster than other visa categories since no government filing or certification is required.
Get your job offer letter drafted precisely
CBP officers at the border assess TN eligibility based almost entirely on your offer letter. It must specify your title, duties, required degree, and the qualifying TN category. Vague language about 'product responsibilities' gives officers grounds to deny entry.
Clarify the TN category with your hiring manager early
Before you reach the offer stage, confirm your prospective employer understands which TN category applies to your role. Mismatches between job duties and the stated category are a leading reason Canadian and Mexican product professionals face TN complications at the border.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers fast
Searching broadly for product roles wastes time when most postings don't indicate TN eligibility. Migrate Mate filters jobs specifically by visa sponsorship, so you can target Product Lead openings where employers are already set up to sponsor TN candidates.
Understand Mexican citizen consular processing timelines
Unlike Canadian citizens, Mexican nationals cannot self-petition at a port of entry and must schedule a consulate appointment. Factor in appointment availability at your nearest U.S. consulate, which can add weeks to your start-date planning after you receive an offer.
Product Lead TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Product Lead role actually qualify for TN visa status?
It depends on how the role is scoped and which TN category your employer uses. Product Lead duties that center on strategy, stakeholder alignment, and cross-functional coordination can qualify under the Management Consultant category. Roles with a stronger engineering or systems component may fit under Engineer. The offer letter must make that connection explicit, because CBP officers assess the category from the job description, not the job title.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Product Lead positions?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, so you can start as soon as you have an offer and your paperwork is in order. H-1B visa requires registration in April, a random selection, and a wait until October 1. For Mexican citizens, TN has a numerical limit, but it still avoids the lottery. The trade-off is that TN doesn't allow dual intent, so it's not a direct path to a green card the way H-1B can be.
Can I switch Product Lead employers while on TN status?
Yes, but you need a new TN approval before you start with the new employer. Canadian citizens can obtain a new TN at a port of entry or by filing a change of status with USCIS. Mexican citizens must go through consular processing again. Don't assume the new employer can simply 'transfer' your existing TN, because TN status is employer-specific and tied to the original offer letter.
Where can I find Product Lead jobs that explicitly offer TN visa sponsorship?
Most job postings don't specify TN eligibility by name, which makes filtering manually time-consuming. Migrate Mate is built specifically for USMCA professionals and lets you search Product Lead roles by visa sponsorship type. That filters out employers who only sponsor H-1B or won't sponsor TN, so you spend your time on opportunities that are actually accessible to Canadian and Mexican applicants.
What documents do I need ready before a Product Lead TN application?
You need your degree credential, a detailed offer letter that maps your duties to a qualifying TN category, and proof of Canadian or Mexican citizenship such as a passport. If your degree is from outside North America, a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved organization helps establish equivalency. Canadian citizens bringing documents to a port of entry should also carry any supporting evidence that clarifies the product management scope of the role.