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.
We are looking for a Communications Lead to support Archer’s external voice across corporate, product and executive communications. This role will support Archer’s executive and marketing leaders in media relations, written content development (press releases, blogs, talking points, interview prep, etc.) and any other logistical support required.
The best candidates will be able to operate successfully with limited information in time sensitive situations with little room for error. They will also continue to push the boundaries of PR and communications, sourcing partners and contacts across new media, podcasts, newsletters and more.
This role is based in-person at Archer’s headquarters in San Jose, CA. Frequent national and international travel is required.
Responsibilities: - Partner with Archer’s Marketing Directors to create and execute compelling PR strategies across the brand’s external communications channels
- Support external communications efforts across both product and corporate projects
- Draft written content (press releases, blogs, talking points, briefing docs, etc.) to support external communications efforts
- Develop and pitch stories that reinforce Archer’s leadership in eVTOL, aerospace, manufacturing and more
- Maintain and refresh Archer’s media list, continuing to source new targets and contacts across traditional media, podcasts, newsletters and more.
- Partner with content and design teams to develop the creative assets required to support communications initiatives.
- Develop a strong relationship with product, legal and finance teams to ensure accuracy across all communications.
- Support communications planning around major company moments: aircraft milestones, funding announcements, events, regulatory updates and more.
- Build and manage relationships with top-tier media, influencers, and key industry stakeholders.
What We're Looking For: - 5+ years of experience in public relations, corporate communications at a high-growth technology company
- Excellent writing, communication storytelling skills
- Executive-ready personal polish
- Ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment
- Familiarity with the media landscape across business, tech and transportation
- Knowledge of the aviation industry, eVTOL technology, or sustainable mobility is a strong plus.
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 $108480 - $150000. 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.
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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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