Archer Aviation Inc.

Airframe Design Lead, Fuselage

Archer Aviation Inc. • $172K — $216K *
San Jose, CA 95123In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience with lightweight structures (aircraft, spacecraft, high-performance vehicles)
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering
  • Ability to design and analyze simple components
  • Deep understanding of load paths and laminate design fundamentals
  • Strong CAD skills in NX, Solidworks, Catia or Creo
  • Experience with large bonded structures, sandwich construction, hand laid prepreg carbon fiber, and machined metal
  • Experience with manufacturing composite parts and knowledge of FAA certification requirements for Part 23 aircraft

Responsibilities

  • Lead development of major structural airframe assemblies from design to certification and manufacturing ramp up
  • Apply understanding of load paths and design best practices to create robust structural configurations
  • Implement design for manufacturing concepts for cost-effective and easily fabricable designs
  • Develop standards for composite and metallic part CAD models and drawings
  • Mentor engineers on design, stress, and M&P teams
  • Provide technical guidance on design concepts balancing risk, cost, and performance
  • Support manufacturing to ensure designs meet specifications

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Generous paid time off policy
  • Professional development and training opportunities
  • Flexible work hours and remote work options
Full Job Description
What you'll do:
  • Lead the development of major structural airframe assemblies from preliminary design through certification, and manufacturing ramp up
  • Apply in depth understanding of load paths, design best practices, and hand calcs to design robust structural configurations
  • Apply design for manufacturing concepts to create designs that are cost effective and easy to fabricate at rate. Preferred experience with composite sandwich construction and adhesive paste bonding
  • Develop company standards for composite and metallic part CAD models and drawings
  • Work closely with and mentor other engineers on the design, stress and M&P teams
  • Provide technical guidance on design concepts (risk vs. cost vs. performance)
  • Support manufacturing to validate and verify that designs meet requirements and specifications
What you need:
  • 10+ years of experience with lightweight structures (aircraft, spacecraft, other high performance vehicles)
  • Bachelor's degree in an Engineering field
  • Ability to design and analyze simple components
  • A deep understanding of load paths and laminate design fundamentals
  • Strong CAD skills in NX (preferred), Solidworks, Catia or Creo
  • Experience with the design of
    • Large bonded structures
    • Sandwich construction
    • Hand laid prepreg carbon fiber
    • Machined metal
  • Experience with the manufacturing of composite parts
  • Knowledge of FAA aircraft certification requirements for Part 23 aircraft
  • Familiarity with PDM systems
  • Self-starter, team player, and desire to work in a fast-paced environment
Bonus Qualifications:
  • Experience with analyzing and dispositioning product non-conformances
  • Experience with the design of small passenger aircraft or helicopters
  • Broad experience across a range of airframe structures (fuselage, wing, pylons, empennage)
  • Experience with composite laminate definition in FiberSim

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 $172,800 - $216,000 per year.

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
* Ladders Estimates

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