<div>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.</div>About the Role:As a Senior Design Engineer on our Thrust Unit team, you'll play a critical role in integrating and optimizing the complete propulsion system that powers Archer's revolutionary electric aircraft. This position combines systems-level thinking with detailed mechanical design expertise to ensure our thrust units—comprising electric engines, propellers, and tilting mechanisms—deliver exceptional performance while seamlessly integrating with our aircraft platforms.What You'll Do:<ul><li>Design and Engineering</li><ul><li>Develop and maintain CAD and drawings to document interfaces between thrust unit subsystems and airframe interfaces</li><li>Own and maintain thrust unit envelope CAD models and keep out zones to enable comprehensive vehicle package studies</li><li>Own thrust unit configuration management, tracking various pedigrees and versions of hardware</li><li>Lead detailed design and development of the thrust unit attach hardware from concept through production</li><li>Assist in fairing integration design to optimize aerodynamic and thermal performance and system accessibility</li><li>Interface with maintenance team to ensure thrust unit designs meet serviceability goals and enable efficient maintenance operations</li><li>Collaborate with manufacturing team to ensure seamless aircraft integration processes, optimize assembly tooling design, and develop suitable shipping and handling solutions</li></ul><li>Analysis and Project Management</li><ul><li>Own and maintain comprehensive mass budget tracking for all thrust unit subsystems, identifying risks and weight optimization opportunities</li><li>Perform structural and thermal analysis of thrust unit components using FEA tools</li><li>Conduct trade studies to optimize system integration, mass efficiency, and performance</li><li>Support test planning and validation activities for thrust unit assemblies</li><li>Analyze test data and implement design improvements based on findings</li></ul><li>Leadership and Collaboration</li><ul><li>Collaborate with vehicle integration, airframe, aerodynamics, loads, and systems teams to ensure integrated thrust unit meets all requirements</li><li>Work cross-functionally with sourcing and quality teams to support supplier selection, component qualification, and inspection requirements for integration components</li><li>Participate in design reviews and provide technical expertise for critical integration decisions</li></ul></ul>What You Need:<ul><li>Education &amp; Experience</li><ul><li>Bachelor's Degree in mechanical/aerospace engineering, or related field</li><li>Minimum of 5-8+ years of mechanical design experience, preferably in aerospace or automotive systems</li><li>Proven experience with system-level integration, interface management, and mount design</li><li>Experience with propulsion system integration or similar rotating machinery applications</li><li>Experience generating Bills of Materials (BOM) and managing change control processes</li></ul><li>Technical Expertise</li><ul><li>Proficiency in CAD modeling (NX preferred), 2D drawings, tolerance analysis, and GD&amp;T</li><li>Strong understanding of structural analysis and FEA software packages (ANSYS, NASTRAN preferred)</li><li>Knowledge of aerospace fastening methods, mounting systems, and structural interfaces</li><li>Experience with mass budgeting, configuration management, and systems integration</li><li>Understanding of manufacturing processes for aerospace structural components</li></ul><li>Communication and Organization</li><ul><li>Proven ability to coordinate cross-functional technical initiatives across multiple subsystem teams</li><li>Excellent documentation and communication skills for maintaining complex interface requirements</li><li>Capacity to manage multiple integration challenges and priorities simultaneously</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for resolving interface conflicts</li></ul><li>Additional Requirements</li><ul><li>Availability for domestic travel as needed</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to safety and quality in engineering practices</li></ul></ul>Bonus Qualifications:<ul><li>Aerospace development and certification experience</li><li>Experience with electric propulsion systems or hybrid powertrains</li><li>Background in aircraft structural design and certification requirements</li><li>Self-motivated with exceptional attention to detail and systems-thinking approach</li><li>Track record of successful product integration and launch experience</li><li>Experience with vibration isolation and dynamic system mounting</li></ul>Compensation:At Archer, we reward exceptional performance that supports our business strategy. For this position, we are targeting a base salary range of $134,400 - $168,000, with final compensation determined by your unique combination of job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.Join our team and help revolutionize urban transportation through innovative electric aviation technology.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 <a href="mailto:people@archer.com">people@archer.com</a>. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. <div><hr>Information collected and processed as part of any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Archer's <a href="https://archer.com/legal/personnel-candidate-privacy-policy">Candidate Privacy Policy</a>.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 <a href="mailto:People@archer.com">People@archer.com</a>. All employment processes are managed by the Archer People Team.</div>

Archer is designing and developing electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft for use in urban air mobility networks. Archer&rsquo;s mission is to unlock the skies, freeing everyone to reimagine how they move and spend time. Archer's team is based in Santa Clara, CA. To learn more, visit www.archer.com.

Senior Design Engineer, Thrust Unit Integration

<div>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.</div>About the Role:As a Senior Design Engineer on our Thrust Unit team, you'll play a critical role in integrating and optimizing the complete propulsion system that powers Archer's revolutionary electric aircraft. This position combines systems-level thinking with detailed mechanical design expertise to ensure our thrust units—comprising electric engines, propellers, and tilting mechanisms—deliver exceptional performance while seamlessly integrating with our aircraft platforms.What You'll Do:<ul><li>Design and Engineering</li><ul><li>Develop and maintain CAD and drawings to document interfaces between thrust unit subsystems and airframe interfaces</li><li>Own and maintain thrust unit envelope CAD models and keep out zones to enable comprehensive vehicle package studies</li><li>Own thrust unit configuration management, tracking various pedigrees and versions of hardware</li><li>Lead detailed design and development of the thrust unit attach hardware from concept through production</li><li>Assist in fairing integration design to optimize aerodynamic and thermal performance and system accessibility</li><li>Interface with maintenance team to ensure thrust unit designs meet serviceability goals and enable efficient maintenance operations</li><li>Collaborate with manufacturing team to ensure seamless aircraft integration processes, optimize assembly tooling design, and develop suitable shipping and handling solutions</li></ul><li>Analysis and Project Management</li><ul><li>Own and maintain comprehensive mass budget tracking for all thrust unit subsystems, identifying risks and weight optimization opportunities</li><li>Perform structural and thermal analysis of thrust unit components using FEA tools</li><li>Conduct trade studies to optimize system integration, mass efficiency, and performance</li><li>Support test planning and validation activities for thrust unit assemblies</li><li>Analyze test data and implement design improvements based on findings</li></ul><li>Leadership and Collaboration</li><ul><li>Collaborate with vehicle integration, airframe, aerodynamics, loads, and systems teams to ensure integrated thrust unit meets all requirements</li><li>Work cross-functionally with sourcing and quality teams to support supplier selection, component qualification, and inspection requirements for integration components</li><li>Participate in design reviews and provide technical expertise for critical integration decisions</li></ul></ul>What You Need:<ul><li>Education &amp; Experience</li><ul><li>Bachelor's Degree in mechanical/aerospace engineering, or related field</li><li>Minimum of 5-8+ years of mechanical design experience, preferably in aerospace or automotive systems</li><li>Proven experience with system-level integration, interface management, and mount design</li><li>Experience with propulsion system integration or similar rotating machinery applications</li><li>Experience generating Bills of Materials (BOM) and managing change control processes</li></ul><li>Technical Expertise</li><ul><li>Proficiency in CAD modeling (NX preferred), 2D drawings, tolerance analysis, and GD&amp;T</li><li>Strong understanding of structural analysis and FEA software packages (ANSYS, NASTRAN preferred)</li><li>Knowledge of aerospace fastening methods, mounting systems, and structural interfaces</li><li>Experience with mass budgeting, configuration management, and systems integration</li><li>Understanding of manufacturing processes for aerospace structural components</li></ul><li>Communication and Organization</li><ul><li>Proven ability to coordinate cross-functional technical initiatives across multiple subsystem teams</li><li>Excellent documentation and communication skills for maintaining complex interface requirements</li><li>Capacity to manage multiple integration challenges and priorities simultaneously</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for resolving interface conflicts</li></ul><li>Additional Requirements</li><ul><li>Availability for domestic travel as needed</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to safety and quality in engineering practices</li></ul></ul>Bonus Qualifications:<ul><li>Aerospace development and certification experience</li><li>Experience with electric propulsion systems or hybrid powertrains</li><li>Background in aircraft structural design and certification requirements</li><li>Self-motivated with exceptional attention to detail and systems-thinking approach</li><li>Track record of successful product integration and launch experience</li><li>Experience with vibration isolation and dynamic system mounting</li></ul>Compensation:At Archer, we reward exceptional performance that supports our business strategy. For this position, we are targeting a base salary range of $134,400 - $168,000, with final compensation determined by your unique combination of job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.Join our team and help revolutionize urban transportation through innovative electric aviation technology.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&nbsp;<a href="mailto:people@archer.com">people@archer.com</a>. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.&nbsp;<div><hr>Information collected and processed as part of any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Archer's <a href="https://archer.com/legal/personnel-candidate-privacy-policy">Candidate Privacy Policy</a>.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&nbsp;<a href="mailto:People@archer.com">People@archer.com</a>. All employment processes are managed by the Archer People Team.</div>

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