Archer · 7 hours ago
Design Engineer - Thrust Unit Integration
San Jose, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$172K/yr - $225K/yrArcher 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. As a Design Engineer on the Thrust Unit team, you'll play a critical role in integrating and optimizing the propulsion system for Archer's electric aircraft, ensuring exceptional performance and seamless integration with aircraft platforms.
AerospaceAir TransportationElectric VehicleManufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain CAD and drawings to document interfaces between thrust unit subsystems and airframe interfaces
Own and maintain thrust unit envelope CAD models and keep out zones to enable comprehensive vehicle package studies
Maintain thrust unit configuration management, tracking various pedigrees and versions of hardware
Assist in defining assembly processes and techniques and standardizing across the department
Interface with maintenance team to ensure thrust unit designs meet serviceability goals and enable efficient maintenance operations
Collaborate with manufacturing team to ensure seamless aircraft integration processes, optimize assembly tooling design, and develop suitable shipping and handling solutions
Drive bolted joint analysis and validation
Maintain comprehensive mass budget tracking for all thrust unit subsystems, identifying risks and weight optimization opportunities
Conduct trade studies to optimize system integration, mass efficiency, and performance
Support test planning and validation activities for thrust unit assemblies
Analyze test data and implement design improvements based on findings
Work cross-functionally with sourcing and quality teams to support supplier selection, component qualification, and inspection requirements for integration components
Participate in design reviews and provide technical expertise for critical integration decisions
Drive improvements to existing processes and develop new procedures as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in mechanical/aerospace engineering, or related field
Experience with system-level integration and interface management
Experience generating Bills of Materials (BOM) and managing change control processes
Proficiency in CAD modeling (NX preferred), 2D drawings, tolerance analysis, and GD&T
Understanding of mass budgeting, configuration management, and systems integration
Knowledge of manufacturing processes for aerospace structural components including machining, joining methods, and composite manufacturing
Proven ability to coordinate cross-functional technical initiatives across multiple subsystem teams
Excellent documentation and communication skills for maintaining complex interface requirements
Capacity to manage multiple integration challenges and priorities simultaneously
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for resolving interface conflicts
Availability for domestic travel as needed
Demonstrated commitment to safety and quality in engineering practices
Preferred
Aerospace development and certification experience
Experience with electric propulsion systems or hybrid powertrains
Self-motivated with exceptional attention to detail and systems-thinking approach
Company
Archer
Archer is an aerospace company that developed an electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft tailored for urban air mobility systems.
Founded in 2020
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.48BKey Investors
BlackRockStellantisStellantis,United Airlines
2025-11-06Post Ipo Equity· $650M
2025-06-12Post Ipo Equity· $850M
2025-02-11Post Ipo Equity· $300M
Leadership Team
Adam Goldstein
Founder and CEO
Tom Muniz
Chief Technology Officer
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