Mechanical Design Engineer, Integration, Electric Propulsion

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.

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Job summary:

We are seeking an experienced mechanical design engineer to join our team focused on developing Archer’s electric propulsion system. This role requires a blend of mechanical engineering expertise and a strong understanding of mass manufacturing processes. The job level is flexible and based on skill, knowledge and experience, Senior through Senior Staff.

What you’ll do:

  • Work with the component designers, quality and manufacturing engineers to optimize the electric propulsion system’s assembly process.
  • Configure and manage top level assembly BOMs in CAD and Teamcenter
  • Collaborate with other mechanical, systems, electrical, safety and manufacturing engineers to ensure that our assembly processes will produce hardware that meets specifications
  • Develop 2D assembly drawings that define the quality of processes used to build our hardware
  • Work cross functionally with quality and manufacturing to ensure that your instructions are being implemented correctly on the assembly line
  • Assist in root causing quality and manufacturing problems on the build floor
  • Lead engineering prototype builds
  • Own mass budget and drive mass saving initiatives

What you need:

  • Mechanical Engineering Degree or equivalent experience.
  • 3+ years of relevant Mechanical Design experience.
  • Strong mechanical design analytical skill in structural analysis, fluids, thermals, heat transfer, materials, fastener design, etc.
  • Strong 3D design experience and skill, preferably with NX and/or SolidWorks.
  • Basic understanding of electrical design fundamentals.
  • Experience with GD&T, design for reliability, and design for manufacturing..
  • Experience with product life management systems, including BOMs and engineering change orders.
  • Experience with high volume manufacturing processes such as injection molding, stamping, soldering, welding, diecast, automated assembly processes, PCB fabrication, etc.
  • Strong documentation, communication and project management skills.

Bonus Qualifications:

  • Experience designing components and assemblies for aerospace or automotive requirements
  • Passion for aviation and eVTOLs
  • Experience designing components for electronic assemblies like power supplies, converters, drive inverters, chargers, etc.
  • Experience designing components for electronic drive assemblies like gears, bearings, cast housings, motors, etc.
  • Demonstrated ability to design and launch products from a blank sheet to full scale production.

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 $134,400 - $168,000. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

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