Archer · 2 hours ago
Mechanical Systems Engineer - Actuators
San Jose, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expArcher 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. They are seeking an experienced Mechanical Systems Engineer – Actuators to lead the design, integration, and validation of high-performance electromechanical actuators for their prototype aircraft.
AerospaceAir TransportationElectric VehicleManufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead the design and development of high-performance, flight-critical electromechanical actuation systems from concept through flight testing
Work with suppliers to drive make vs. buy decisions
Perform trade studies to optimize system architecture and mass
Partner with suppliers and peer design owners including actuator controller, flight controls, GNC, power systems, airframe, and software to deliver an optimized integrated system for the aircraft
Create and review CAD models, drawings, and engineering specifications
Develop actuator-system and detailed component specifications and requirements
Build and maintain system-level models to validate actuator performance
Develop test plans and test benches for component development and qualification
Analyze test data and implement design improvements based on findings
Serve as the primary technical expert for triaging and resolving critical design and development issues
Lead design reviews and provide technical expertise for key decisions
Lead by example through hands-on problem solving, engineering rigor, and accountability
Demonstrate best practices in documentation, testing, and design validation
Collaborate with systems, safety, and reliability teams to ensure requirements are fully validated and understood
Drive cross-functional project teams, coordinating with manufacturing, quality, sourcing, and test engineering
Lead and oversee technical performance of partnerships and suppliers for varied levels of subassemblies and critical components
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (or related field)
5+ years of experience in actuated mechanism or electromechanical system design
Understanding of overall actuator mechanical design and integration of motors, geartrains, rolling-element screws, bearings, brakes, housings, sensors, and electronics
Proven ability to take ownership of complex engineering problems through completion
Experience in the majority of the following areas: GD&T for mechanical systems, Kinematic analysis and optimization, Structural analysis using hand calculations and finite-element methods, Materials selection, including alloys, heat treatments, allowables, and surface finishes, Siemens NX CAD and Simcenter or ANSYS FEA tools, Rolling element bearing selection and sizing, Involute gear tooth design and analysis, Ball and/or lead screw design and analysis, Structural analysis (static, modal, buckling, and fatigue)
Preferred
Familiarity with PDM systems
Project or program management experience
Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, Mathcad, and/or LabVIEW
Hands-on experience in a machine shop or with mechanical assembly (professional or hobby)
Experience with RTCA DO-160, structural, or actuator mechanism testing
Demonstrated interest in aviation, such as pilot training or license
Experience in requirements management tools in the context of aerospace development processes
Company
Archer
Archer is an aerospace company that developed an electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft tailored for urban air mobility systems.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.48BKey Investors
BlackRockStellantisStellantis,United Airlines
2025-11-06Post Ipo Equity· $650M
2025-06-12Post Ipo Equity· $850M
2025-02-11Post Ipo Equity· $300M
Leadership Team
Adam Goldstein
Founder and CEO
Tom Muniz
Chief Technology Officer
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