Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Archer · San Jose, CA · 5 days ago
Engineering$144k–$198k/yrFull-time
What You’ll Do
- Design a wide array of structural components and integration of flight-critical electromechanical actuation systems from concept through experimental flight testing
- Design mechanisms and own kinematic layouts for flight control systems
- Design detailed metallic parts and assemblies to support actuation and propulsion integration
- Own the prototype development process; requirements, design, BOM, procurement, assembly, test, etc.
- Perform initial structural analysis and hand calculations to verify component margins, load paths, and interface requirements
- Interface with suppliers to select COTS solutions where appropriate (mounts, fasteners, brackets, etc.)
- Create and review technical drawings, plans, and specifications
- Support requirements development and documentation
- Collaborate with our multi-disciplinary engineering team
- 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
- Able 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
- Able to communicate effectively and clearly
- 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.
What You Need
Bonus Qualifications
Pay
Base pay range: $144,000 - $198,000