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Senior Airframe Design Engineer

Design and develop structural components for an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft.
San Jose, California, United States
Senior
$102,400 - 128,000 USD / year
2 weeks ago
Archer

Archer

Archer is designing and developing electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for use in urban air mobility networks.

✨ About The Role

- The Senior Airframe Design Engineer will be responsible for designing primary and secondary aircraft structural parts and assemblies, both metallic and composite. - This role involves working closely with team leads, suppliers, and engineers throughout the entire product development process, from prototype to high-rate production. - The engineer will assist in developing standard methodologies for airframe design and apply design for manufacturing concepts to create cost-effective and easily fabricated designs. - Supporting manufacturing to ensure the successful build of the airframe and its integration with the aircraft is a critical aspect of this position. - The role requires collaboration with various engineering disciplines, including design, stress, and materials and processes (M&P).

âš¡ Requirements

- A bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field with a focus on structures is essential for this role. - Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience working with lightweight structures in aircraft, spacecraft, or other high-performance vehicles. - Strong CAD skills, particularly in Siemens NX, are necessary, along with familiarity with Solidworks, Catia, or Creo. - An understanding of load paths and the fundamental mechanics of composite materials is crucial for success in this position. - The ideal candidate will have practical experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and design for manufacturing of composite parts. - Strong communication skills, both written and visual, are important for collaborating with team members and stakeholders. - Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage projects effectively are key attributes for this role. - A self-starter attitude and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment will contribute to success in this position.
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Senior Airframe Design Engineer
San Jose, California, United States
$102,400 - 128,000 USD / year
Engineering
About Archer
Archer is designing and developing electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for use in urban air mobility networks.