Director, Digital Technology Program Management

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. We are seeking a strategic and execution-focused Director, Digital Technology Program Management to lead our enterprise PMO and drive delivery across a rapidly expanding portfolio of corporate and product-facing technology initiatives. This leader will establish scalable governance, portfolio rigor, and execution discipline while enabling speed and adaptability in a fast-growing environment. This role partners closely with business executives, product teams, and technology leaders to translate enterprise priorities into well-structured programs and measurable outcomes. The ideal candidate is a seasoned PMO leader who excels at bringing order to complexity, aligning cross-functional stakeholders, and delivering large-scale transformation programs from strategy through operationalization. What You Will Own PMO Strategy & Operating Model Lead and evolve the Digital Technology PMO strategy, structure, and operating model to support enterprise growth and transformation. Establish scalable governance frameworks, delivery standards, and lifecycle methodologies (hybrid Agile/Waterfall). Build a data-driven PMO with standardized reporting, portfolio analytics, and executive-level visibility. Portfolio & Program Leadership Oversee a diverse portfolio of enterprise platforms, digital initiatives, and product-enabling technologies. Drive portfolio prioritization, capacity planning, and investment alignment with business strategy. Ensure successful delivery of complex, cross-functional programs across infrastructure, enterprise systems, and digital platforms. Execution Excellence Implement best-in-class program management practices, including integrated planning, financial oversight, and dependency management. Develop proactive risk, issue, and change management frameworks. Improve predictability of delivery, time-to-value, and stakeholder satisfaction. Stakeholder & Executive Engagement Serve as a strategic partner to executive leadership, business stakeholders, and technology teams. Lead executive steering reviews, portfolio governance forums, and decision-making cadences. Translate technical and delivery data into business impact insights. Team Leadership & Capability Building Lead, mentor, and scale a high-performing PMO organization (program managers, project managers, analysts). Establish career paths, competency frameworks, and PM capability development programs. Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement. Process, Tools & Continuous Improvement Standardize PM tools, templates, and systems (PPM, financial tracking, reporting dashboards). Drive maturity in resource management, financial governance, and delivery metrics. Champion automation and operational efficiency within PMO processes. Success Outcomes (First 12–18 Months) PMO operating model formalized and adopted across Digital Technology Portfolio governance cadence established with executive visibility and decision discipline Improved delivery predictability and reduction in program risk exposure Standardized reporting and portfolio dashboards implemented Strong PMO talent bench with defined development paths Required Qualifications 12 years of progressive experience in program and portfolio management within enterprise technology environments 5 years leading or scaling a PMO organization Proven track record delivering complex, cross-functional enterprise technology programs Experience managing large-scale enterprise systems initiatives (ERP, CRM, HCM, data platforms, cloud infrastructure) Strong financial acumen, including portfolio budgeting, forecasting, and cost governance Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and operate at executive levels Expertise in hybrid delivery models (Agile, Waterfall, SAFe, or similar) Experience working with global teams and external system integrators Preferred Qualifications Experience in regulated industries (medical device, aerospace, manufacturing, etc.) Experience supporting product or digital technology organizations PMP, PgMP, PMI-ACP, SAFe, or equivalent certifications Master’s degree in Business, Technology, or related field Leadership Profile Systems thinker with strong operational discipline Calm under ambiguity; thrives in fast-scaling environments Excellent communicator with executive presence High ownership mindset and bias for action Data-driven decision maker Why This Role Matters This role is central to enabling the company’s next phase of scale. The Digital Technology PMO will serve as the connective tissue between strategy and execution — ensuring that major technology investments translate into business outcomes, operational efficiency, and enterprise resilience. At Archer, we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent who 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 $200,000- $260,000. 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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