What You’ll Do:

• Design test and integration fixtures/assemblies supporting flight-critical electromechanical actuation systems, from concept through experimental flight testing
• Design detailed metallic parts and assemblies supporting actuation and propulsion system integration
• Define and execute test plans to clear hardware for safety of flight on prototype aircraft
• Design structural proof-load fixtures to validate and clear flight hardware
• Partner with flight hardware design engineers to develop novel test benches for validating new hardware (Focused on tilt systems, actuation, and propulsion integration)
• Perform initial structural analysis and hand calculations to verify component margins, load paths, and interface requirements
• Interface with suppliers to select COTS components (mounts, fasteners, brackets, etc.) where appropriate
• Create and review technical drawings, plans, and specifications
• Support requirements development and documentation
• Collaborate closely with a multi-disciplinary engineering team

What You Need:

• 5+ years of engineering experience
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Exposure to integrating or designing flight critical systems
• Proficient in CAD (Solidworks, NX, etc.) - NX preferred
• Ability to manage CAD and complex assemblies  in Team Center
• Proficient in load analysis, free body diagrams, and FEA
• Experience designing complex metallic parts and weldments
• Fluent in GD&T and creating manufacturing drawings
• Familiarity with aerospace hardware standards
• Hands-on experience in multiple technical fields especially those related to carbon composite and metallic structures
• Ability to communicate effectively and clearly

Bonus Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
• Knowledge of, and experience within, electric powertrain systems or aerospace systems.
• Familiarity with simscape
• Experience designing mechanisms for flight control systems
• Thorough understanding of electro-mechanical actuators 
• Thorough understanding of engineering product development including design phases, manufacturing processes and global supply chain management.
• Familiarization with Atlassian Jira and Confluence for task management and collaborative documentation.
• Experience supporting vehicle development from concept/prototype aircraft phase through certification and mass production
• Part 23 Certification Experience and/or experience working with ARP4754A.

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At Archer, we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent with the skills and leadership needed to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that supports the Company’s strategy. For this position, we are targeting a base pay range of $144,000 - $198,000. Actual compensation offered will be determined by 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.