Mechanical Design Engineer - Propulsion Integration

What You'll Do:

• Design structural components and own the integration of propulsion systems for full scale prototype aircraft
• Design detailed metallic parts and assemblies to support propulsion mounting, structural interfaces, and system integration
• Own the prototype development process; requirements, design, BOM, procurement, assembly, test, etc.
• Perform structural analysis and hand calculations to verify component margins, load paths, and interface requirements
• Conduct FEA on metallic structures and mounting systems to validate designs
• Interface with suppliers to select COTS solutions where appropriate (mounts, fasteners, brackets, etc.)
• Develop verification testing strategies and see your designs through rigorous process intensive testing
• Create and review technical drawings, plans, and specifications
• Support requirements development and documentation
• Develop supply chain and lead procurement for the designs you own
• Collaborate with our multi-disciplinary engineering team

What You Need:

• 5-15 years of engineering experience
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Exposure to integrating or designing flight critical components on primary structure
• 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.
• 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.

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 people@archer.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.