Archer · 9 hours ago
Design Engineer - Avionics Integration
San Jose, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelArcher 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 - Avionics Integration, you will work on aircraft-level avionics systems integration, collaborating with multi-disciplinary engineers to optimize avionics systems packaging for future hybrid-electric aircraft.
AerospaceElectric VehicleTransportationManufacturingAir Transportation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain CAD and drawings to document interfaces between avionics subsystems and airframe interfaces
Own and maintain avionics envelope CAD models and keep out zones to enable comprehensive vehicle package studies
Maintain avionics configuration management, tracking various pedigrees and versions of hardware
Assist in defining assembly processes and techniques and standardizing across the department
Collaborate with manufacturing team to ensure seamless aircraft integration processes
Maintain comprehensive mass budget tracking for all avionics 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
Deep understanding of prototype development lifecycle and the unique requirements for experimental flight test vehicles
Familiarity with regulatory requirements and design practices for system separation (e.g., flight-critical vs. non-critical systems)
Demonstrated hand-on experience in a prototype environment through prior work or personal projects
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
Recent News
2026-02-12
2026-01-19
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