Rotor/Control Systems Design Engineer jobs in United States
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Archer · 8 hours ago

Rotor/Control Systems Design Engineer

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. The Rotor/Control Systems Design Engineer will own the design of rotor and control system components, create 3D models, and ensure compliance with company specifications.

AerospaceAir TransportationElectric VehicleManufacturing
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Responsibilities

Own the design of rotor and control system components or subsystems
Create 3D models of aircraft components, to include both metallic and composite structures
Create 2D drawings of structures to support manufacturing and procurement, to include geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
Perform tolerance stack-ups of assemblies to ensure fit and performance
Perform load calculation and motion studies on a swashplate control system
Generate bill of materials as required for the program and ensure accuracy
Release drawings, models, and documentation through configuration management tools
Set up program architecture for drawing management and release
Ensure any designs comply with company specifications and meet programs requirements
Perform design reviews, provide technical input related to rotor systems, and participate in drawing release process
Establish and enforce best practices for critical aerospace components
Support program needs for conceptual design layouts and trade studies

Qualification

Aerospace engineeringDesign of aircraft dynamic systemsGD&TASME Y14.5Tolerance stack-upsAerospace materials knowledgePLM systems experienceNX proficiencyRotorcraft dynamics understandingComposite manufacturing methods

Required

Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field
5+ years of experience in design of aircraft dynamic systems
Ability to read engineering drawings and interpret CAD models
Strong foundation in GD&T and ASME Y14.5 standards
Ability to perform tolerance stack-ups
Understanding of common aerospace materials and fabrication techniques
Familiarity with common aerospace standards (NAS, MS, MIL-STD, AS9100)
Experience working with PLM systems (ENOVIA, Teamcenter)

Preferred

Masters in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field
10+ years of experience in rotorcraft design, including new development
Proficient in NX and Teamcenter
Understanding of rotorcraft dynamics and their influence on rotor design
Basic knowledge of common manufacturing methods for composite structures

Company

Archer is an aerospace company that developed an electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft tailored for urban air mobility systems.

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$3.48B
Key Investors
BlackRockStellantis
2025-11-06Post Ipo Equity· $650M
2025-06-12Post Ipo Equity· $850M
2025-02-11Post Ipo Equity· $300M

Leadership Team

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Adam Goldstein
Founder and CEO
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Tom Muniz
Chief Technology Officer
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