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Lead mechanical design for aircraft closures, creating 3D models, conducting structural analysis using FEA, managing projects, ensuring safety compliance, and participating in technical reviews.
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.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the mechanical design and development of interior / exterior closures
- Create 3D models and technical drawings
- Develop technical specifications and requirements for closures, seals, and mechanical systems
- Perform structural analysis and optimization using FEA tools
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Industrial design, airframe, manufacturing, supply chain, certification, and suppliers
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting program milestones and deadlines
- Ensure designs meet safety regulations
- Support certification activities and documentation
- Participate in design reviews and technical meetings
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent level of experience
- 5+ years of mechanical design experience in Aerospace
- Strong 3D CAD skills (Siemens NX preferred)
- Strong knowledge of GD&T and engineering drawings
- Experience with FEA tools and structural analysis
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong project management and leadership abilities
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience with mass and cost optimization initiatives
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 $140,000.00 - $180,000.00. 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 [email protected]. 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 [email protected]. All employment processes are managed by the Archer People Team.
Top Skills
3D Cad
Fea Tools
Siemens Nx
Archer Aviation San Francisco, California, USA Office
San Francisco, CA, United States
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