Mechanical Engineer

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.

What You’ll Do:

• Take direction from the Manager, Flight Test Mainenance to complete mechanical engineering tasks such as design, testing, validation, facilitation, and/or general problem solving
• Leads small to medium scale projects as assigned
• Utilizes 3D CAD software to design mechanical components and assemblies for their release through the engineering process
• Creates engineering drawings for manufacturing, assembly, and integration
• Makes use of fundamental component design principles and hand calculations to theoretically validate component strength and performance
• Utilizes finite element analysis (FEA) software to analyze stresses in load bearing components
• Creates test plans for design validation
• Hosts meetings for project definition, design reviews, and weekly tag-ups
• Utilizes rapid-prototyping processes to test form, fitment, and functionality of components
• Facilitates system integration to provide quick guidance and feedback
• Coordinates with vendors to inquire about products or services and to define design requirements

What You Need:

• Mechanical Engineering, B.S.
• 3+ years of aerospace engineering experience
• Required Engineering Skill set
• Solidworks, AutoCAD, CATIA, Fusion or other similar CAD aptitude
• Engineering structural/thermal analysis (FEMAP/NX NASTRAN, COMSOL)
• Computational fluid dynamics/CFD (OpenFoam, Ansys)
• MATLAB/Simulink
• Microcontroller programming (Arduino)
• Control system design/PID
• Design for manufacturing/assembly
• Development of maintenance and repair procedures and documentation
• Sheet metal design
• Composite design
• Hydraulic system design
• Experience working with high voltage systems
• Knowledge of wiring techniques and best practices (crimping, routing, securing, etc.)
• Driving of aircraft tugs, carts, and lifts within an airport environment
• A collaborative attitude, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and meticulous attention to detail with the ability to communicate and build cross-functional relationships
• Work with all levels of personnel and effectively interact with technicians  and engineers
• Working Hours: Ability to work a flexible schedule may include nights, weekends, and holidays
• Travel Requirements: This position requires travel 5-10% of the time

Bonus Qualifications:

• Prior experience with electric aircraft/eVTOL
• Working knowledge of composite airframe and repair
• Experience working with CAD, NX, Confluence, JIRA 
• Metalworking (welding [MIG, TIG, Stick], milling, lathe work, plasma cutting, oxy/acetylene)
• Woodworking (Table saw, chop saw, planar, jointer, drill press, CNC, etc)
• 3D Printing

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 $94,080 -$117,600. 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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