Archer Aviation Inc.

Aerodynamics Engineer

Archer Aviation Inc. • $160K — $220K *
San Jose, CA 95123In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • BS / MS / PhD in Aerospace Engineering or a related field
  • 10+ years of experience in rotorcraft and eVTOL aerodynamics modeling with a BS degree or equivalent experience with MS/PhD
  • Expert level understanding of aerodynamics, performance, and stability & control
  • Proven experience in gradient-based and gradient-free optimization techniques
  • Experience in aerodynamic design of airfoils, wings, control surfaces or similar

Responsibilities

  • Perform and oversee aerodynamic simulations of Archer eVTOL aircraft
  • Lead aerodynamic design and optimization of aircraft components
  • Architect real-time aerodynamic models to predict aircraft behavior and performance
  • Analyze flight test and wind tunnel data for model validation and improvement
  • Develop methods to integrate flight test data into aerodynamic simulation models
  • Contribute to the Archer aerodynamic software stack enhancements
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and flight test pilots to resolve modeling issues

Benefits

  • Opportunities for performance-based rewards
  • Supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Focus on innovation and advanced technology in a rapidly evolving industry
Full Job Description
What you'll do:
  • Perform and oversee low/mid/high fidelity aerodynamic simulations of Archer eVTOL aircraft
  • Lead the aerodynamic design and optimization of aircraft OML components to maximize performance and efficiency
  • Architect linear, non-linear, and real-time aerodynamic models to predict aircraft behavior, performance, stability, and control
  • Analyze flight test and wind tunnel data to identify model discrepancies, validating and improving vehicle aerodynamic models
  • Develop efficient methods to integrate flight test data back into aerodynamic simulation models of various fidelities and complexities
  • Contribute to the development of Archer aerodynamic software stack, improving methods and workflows
  • Partner with flight test pilots and multidisciplinary teams to resolve complex modelling issues and update flight simulators

What you need:
  • BS / MS / PhD in Aerospace Engineering or a related field
  • 10+ years of experience with BS, or 8+ years of experience with MS, or 4+ years of experience with PhD modeling rotorcraft, tiltrotor, eVTOL aerodynamics at full-vehicle level
  • Expert level understanding of fixed-wing and rotorcraft aerodynamics, performance, and stability & control
  • Proven experience with gradient-based and gradient-free optimization techniques
  • Experience with aerodynamic design of airfoils, wings, control surfaces or similar.

Experience with surrogate modeling techniques (Kriging, Neural Networks or similar) for aerodynamic modeling and design
  • Advanced Python proficiency
  • Experience with software development tools and best practices: version control (Git), software testing, environment management, CI/CD
  • Experience with experimental data processing and reduction techniques
  • Excellent work planning and issue resolution skills
  • Exceptional technical communication and the ability to drive results in a high-velocity, collaborative design environment

Bonus Qualifications:
  • Experience in eVTOL and/or multicopter vehicle aerodynamics design and analysis, including 6 DoF vehicle trim and transition corridor optimization
  • Experience with wind tunnel campaigns planning, execution, and data processing
  • Experience with flight test data processing and SysID data ingestion
  • Work experience with rotorcraft comprehensive analysis tools, such as RCAS or CAMRAD2
  • Experience utilizing high-performance computing (HPC) to parallelize workflows
  • Familiarity with conventional airplane Part 23/25 or rotorcraft Part 27/29 certification basis and test methods
  • Familiarity with ASTM standards for fixed wing and rotorcraft
  • Familiarity with Matlab/Simulink, and Fortran/C++ coding
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 $160,000 - $220,000. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

About Archer Aviation Inc.

Archer Aviation is an American aerospace manufacturer that develops electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for urban air mobility. The company was founded in 2018 by Brett Adcock and Adam Goldstein. Archer Aviation is developing an eVTOL aircraft that can travel up to 60 miles at speeds of up to 150 mph. The aircraft is designed to be quiet, safe, and efficient, with zero emissions. The company has partnerships with United Airlines and Stellantis, and plans to launch its first aircraft in 2024.
Learn more about Archer Aviation Inc.
Market Cap
$403.1 million
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
NASDAQ
ACHR
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