Structural Design Engineer - Advanced Programs

What you'll do:

• Design and analyze composite structures for prototype aircraft including primary and secondary structures
• Lead the development of major structural airframe assemblies from preliminary design through manufacturing and test
• Apply in depth understanding of load paths, design best practices, and hand calcs to design robust structural configurations
• Design composite layups, core configurations, and joint details optimized for manufacturing and structural efficiency
• Apply design for manufacturing concepts to create designs that are cost effective and easy to fabricate for prototype aircraft. Preferred experience with composite sandwich construction and adhesive paste bonding.
• Develop team standards for composite and metallic part CAD models and drawings
• Collaborate with other engineering teams on design, including structural analysts to refine designs and validate structural performance through detailed FEA
• Provide technical guidance on design concepts (risk vs. cost vs. performance)
• Support the test team and manufacturing suppliers to validate and verify that designs meet requirements and specifications

What you need:

• 8+ years of experience with lightweight structures (aircraft, spacecraft, other high performance vehicles)
• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering field
• Ability to design and analyze simple components
• A deep understanding of load paths and laminate design fundamentals
• Strong CAD skills in NX (preferred), Solidworks, Catia or Creo
• Experience with the design of
• Large bonded structures
• Sandwich construction
• Hand laid prepreg carbon fiber
• Machined metal
• Experience with the manufacturing of composite parts
• Exposure to designing structure for propulsion systems or wing/pylon attachments
• Familiarity with PDM systems
• Self-starter, team player, and desire to work in a fast-paced environment

Bonus Qualifications:

• Experience with analyzing and dispositioning product non-conformances
• Experience with the design of small passenger aircraft or helicopters
• Broad experience across a range of airframe structures (fuselage, wing, pylons, empennage)
• Experience with hybrid-electric aircraft or understanding of electric powertrain systems
• Experience with composite laminate definition in FiberSim

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.