Mechanical 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. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers for 60 miles at speeds of up to 150 mph while producing minimal noise.  Our sights are set high and our problems are hard, and we believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members. What you’ll do: Design mechanical components like gears, shafts, pumps, structural housings, fasteners, structural supports, oil transfer devices, etc. Collaborate with other mechanical, systems, electrical, safety and manufacturing engineers to optimize your design for overall vehicle performance. Analyze designs to ensure they meet or exceed requirements using finite element analysis, thermal analysis, 1D flow simulations, design for assembly, structural calculations, and failure mode analysis, etc. Develop engineering test plans for designs. Solve mechanical design challenges to improve system performance, based on metrics for: mass, efficiency, cost, durability, reliability, ease of assembly, etc. Create component drawings and work with suppliers to manufacture your designs. Lead engineering prototype builds and design validation testing. What you need: Mechanical Engineering Degree or equivalent experience. 2+ years of relevant Mechanical Design experience. Experience designing components for complex mechanical components and assemblies. Demonstrated ability to design mechanical systems from a blank sheet to production.  Experience with gear and bearings preferred. Strong mechanical design analytical skill in structural analysis, fluids, thermals, heat transfer, materials, etc. Strong 3D design experience and skill, preferably with NX and/or SolidWorks. Basic understanding of mechanical design and manufacturing fundamentals. Basic Matlab or Python skill. Familiarity with FEA strongly preferred. Experience with GD&T, design for reliability, and design for manufacturing.. Experience with product life management systems, including BOMs and engineering change orders. Experience with high volume manufacturing processes such as injection molding, stamping, forging, welding, die casting, investment casting, machining, etc. Bonus Qualifications: Experience designing components for aerospace or automotive requirements Hands on experience with aviation DO-160G testing and DO-254 development Passion for electric drive applications, sustainable transportation, cars, aviation and eVTOLs At Archer we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent that possess the skills and leadership necessary to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that supports the Company’s business strategy. For this position we are targeting a base pay between  $148,000 - $185,000 . Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Archer is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.