About the job
Join Archer Aviation, a pioneering aerospace company located in San Jose, California, dedicated to revolutionizing air mobility through our all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft. Our mission is to enhance sustainable air travel, enabling four passengers to fly with minimal noise and maximum efficiency.
At Archer, we set ambitious goals and tackle complex challenges. We value diversity within our team, believing it fosters innovation and drives success. We are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive workplace that celebrates the unique contributions of every team member.
What You’ll Do:
- Design structural components and oversee the integration of propulsion systems for full-scale prototype aircraft.
- Create detailed designs for metallic parts and assemblies to support propulsion mounting, structural interfaces, and overall system integration.
- Lead the prototype development process, managing requirements, design, BOM, procurement, assembly, and testing.
- Conduct structural analysis and hand calculations to verify component performance, load paths, and interfaces.
- Execute Finite Element Analysis (FEA) on metallic structures and mounting systems to validate design integrity.
- Collaborate with suppliers to select Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) solutions for mounts, fasteners, brackets, and more.
- Develop comprehensive verification testing strategies and ensure your designs undergo rigorous testing protocols.
- Create and review technical drawings, plans, and specifications to ensure quality and accuracy.
- Support the documentation and development of project requirements.
- Manage supply chain processes and lead procurement efforts for your design components.
- Work collaboratively with our multi-disciplinary engineering team to drive innovative solutions.

