Rotor/Control Systems Design Engineer

Archer; San Jose (CA); Vor Ort; USD 140.000 - 190.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Archer, an aerospace company based in San Jose, CA, seeks a Senior Rotorcraft Design Engineer to own rotor and control-system components, create 3D/2D drawings, and ensure GD&T compliance. You will conduct tolerance analyses, perform load studies on swashplate systems, and release documentation, aligning with NAS, MS, MIL-STD, and AS9100 standards.

You will collaborate across design and manufacturing teams, manage BOMs, and contribute to program architecture for drawing management, with travel

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in design of aircraft dynamic systems.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and interpret CAD models.
• Strong foundation in GD&T and ASME Y14.5 standards.
• Ability to perform tolerance stack-ups.
• Understanding of common aerospace materials and fabrication techniques.
• Familiarity with common aerospace standards (NAS, MS, MIL-STD, AS9100).
• Experience working with PLM systems (ENOVIA, Teamcenter).

Aufgaben

• Own the design of rotor and control system components or subsystems.
• Create 3D models of aircraft components, including metallic and composite structures.
• Create 2D drawings of structures to support manufacturing and procurement, including GD&T.
• Perform tolerance stack-ups of assemblies to ensure fit and performance.
• Perform load calculation and motion studies on a swashplate control system.
• Generate bill of materials for the program and ensure accuracy.
• Release drawings, models, and documentation through configuration management tools.
• Set up program architecture for drawing management and release.
• Ensure designs comply with company specifications and program requirements.
• Perform design reviews and provide technical input related to rotor systems.

Kenntnisse

Reading drawings

GD&T knowledge

Tolerance analysis

Aerospace materials knowledge

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in aerospace or mechanical engineering

Tools

ENOVIA

Teamcenter

NX

Jobbeschreibung

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.

Responsibilities:

• Own the design of rotor and control system components or subsystems
• Create 3D models of aircraft components, to include both metallic and composite structures
• Create 2D drawings of structures to support manufacturing and procurement, to include geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
• Perform tolerance stack-ups of assemblies to ensure fit and performance
• Perform load calculation and motion studies on a swashplate control system
• Generate bill of materials as required for the program and ensure accuracy
• Release drawings, models, and documentation through configuration management tools
• Set up program architecture for drawing management and release
• Ensure any designs comply with company specifications and meet programs requirements
• Perform design reviews, provide technical input related to rotor systems, and participate in drawing release process
• Establish and enforce best practices for critical aerospace components
• Support program needs for conceptual design layouts and trade studies

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in design of aircraft dynamic systems
• Ability to read engineering drawings and interpret CAD models
• Strong foundation in GD&T and ASME Y14.5 standards
• Ability to perform tolerance stack-ups
• Understanding of common aerospace materials and fabrication techniques
• Familiarity with common aerospace standards (NAS, MS, MIL-STD, AS9100)
• Experience working with PLM systems (ENOVIA, Teamcenter)

Preferred:

• Masters in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in rotorcraft design, including new development
• Proficient in NX and Teamcenter
• Understanding of rotorcraft dynamics and their influence on rotor design
• Basic knowledge of common manufacturing methods for composite structures

This position will require travel up to 10% to Archer facilities or supplier facilities.

Archer is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities, and those with sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants who may require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should provide their name and contact information to Archer’s People Team [e-mail]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case‑

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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.

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