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 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

Lead Electric Engine Diagnostics and Analysis.
Conduct comprehensive Electric Engine teardowns and root cause investigations using problem-solving methodologies, such as, 8D and 5 whys.
Serve as the primary technical expert for triaging and resolving critical issues during the design/development cycle.
Prioritize mission-critical concerns that impact product safety and performance.
Develop Advanced Systems & Procedures. Create detailed Electric Engine teardown protocols and documentation.
Complete data analysis, modeling, and optimization using MATLAB.
Interpret and generate 3D CAD models and 2D engineering prints compliant with GD& T standards.
Develop real-time health monitoring systems.
Establish Electric Engine end of-line test specifications that ensure quality and reliability.
Own field failure analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Develop and execute Electric Engine DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) and DVP&R (Design Verification Plan & Report).
Validate Electric Engine requirements throughout development cycles.
Lead powertrain system optimization studies to enhance performance and efficiency.
Partner daily with Electric Engine design, Motor, Rotor, Geartrain and test teams.
Provide expert design guidance and mentorship to engineering teams.

Minimum Education Requirement: Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or closely related field.

Minimum Experience Requirement: Development Engineer, Test Engineer, Design Engineer or related job title in which 6 years of experience with gearbox design, analysis, integration, and troubleshooting, including 1 year of experience with electric powertrain, was gained.

Please apply online at: https://www.archer.com/careers. Must put job code SJ2026PJ on resume/CV and cover letter.

At Archer we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent that possess the skills and leadership necessary to grow our business. For this position we are offering $185,869 to $204,455.90 per year

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Information collected and processed as part of any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Archer's Candidate Privacy Policy.

Archer is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position at the present time.

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.

Archer Aviation does not engage with external recruiting agencies/individual recruiters with whom it does not have a prior written agreement. Archer reserves the right to make use of any unsolicited resumes that it receives and bears no responsibility for payment of any fees asserted from the use of unsolicited resumes. If you are a recruiting agency or individual recruiter wishing to do business with Archer, please reach out to People@archer.com. All employment processes are managed by the Archer People Team.

Mechanical Development Engineer, Electric Engine - (SJ2026PJ)

Information collected and processed as part of any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Archer's Candidate Privacy Policy.

Archer is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position at the present time.

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