Archer Aviation Inc.

Staff Project Engineer - Rotors and Blades

Archer Aviation Inc.$138K — $190K *
Aerospace & Defense
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related technical field
  • 12+ years of aerospace manufacturing experience, with 8+ years on development or prototype programs
  • Experience in tactical project engineering and supplier management
  • Proficient in interpreting engineering drawings and manufacturing process specs
  • Familiar with CAD systems and fabrication/assembly plans
  • Knowledge of aerospace quality systems (AS9100, FAA Part 21/145)
  • Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills and structured problem-solving

Responsibilities

  • Generate and review engineering CAD drawings and specifications
  • Support development test campaigns from fabrication to post-processing
  • Collaborate with design teams to ensure manufacturability of products
  • Develop fabrication and assembly plans and strategies
  • Assist with fabrication of large-scale hardware and test facilities
  • Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing non-conformances
  • Travel to provide on-site support at test sites and customer locations
  • Maintain accurate records and reports for future reference

Benefits

  • Focus on performance-driven culture
  • Opportunities for skills development and growth
  • Supportive team environment
  • Engagement with cutting-edge aerospace technology
  • Involvement in innovative projects with potential impact on the market
Full Job Description
What You'll Do:
  • Generate, review, and/or edit engineering CAD and drawings, process specifications, and quality plans
  • Support development test campaigns - including fabrication of ground test articles and other test specimens as well as flight hardware - through all phases from raw fabrication through post-processing and NDI
  • Work with the design team to ensure manufacturability, and create or modify designs when required.
  • Work with the team to develop fabrication and assembly plans and strategies
  • Assist with the fabrication of large-scale hardware and test facilities.
  • Troubleshoot manufacturing non-conformances, process anomalies, and test anomalies in collaboration with engineering; disposition discrepancies and drive root cause resolution
  • Travel to test sites, supplier facilities, and customer locations to provide direct fabrication and assembly support.
  • Maintain clean records and reports to assist with future efforts


What You Need:
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, engineering management, or a related technical field
  • 12+ years of hands-on experience in aerospace manufacturing with a minimum of 8 years on development or prototype programs
  • Experience in tactical project engineering and leadership including supplier management
  • Proficiency interpreting engineering drawings, GD&T, and manufacturing process specifications
  • Experience working with CAD systems
  • Ability to read and produce fabrication and assembly plans
  • Familiarity with special processes and/or NDI methods
  • Familiarity with aerospace quality systems (AS9100, FAA Part 21/145 environments)
  • Strong mechanical troubleshooting aptitude and structured problem-solving approach


Bonus Qualifications:
  • Experience operating or working in a prototype or model shop: CNC machining, manual lathe/mill, waterjet, wire/plunge EDM
  • Expertise in composite structures - wet layup, prepreg, autoclave cure, out-of-autoclave processes, and secondary bonding
  • Familiarity with eVTOL, UAV, or other novel aircraft development environments
  • Experience with structural test article build and instrumentation


At Archer, we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent with the skills and leadership needed to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that supports the Company's strategy. For this position, we are targeting a base pay range of $138,200 - $190,100. Actual compensation offered will be determined by 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
NASDAQ

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