Senior Engineer, Aircraft Doors & Closures

Archer; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Archer is seeking a Senior Engineer, Doors in San Jose, CA to lead mechanical design of interior and exterior closures for all-electric air mobility aircraft. The role requires 5+ years in aerospace design, strong Siemens NX CAD skills, and solid GD&T and FEA experience.

You will drive model creation, drawings, specs, and cross-functional collaboration to meet safety and certification milestones. Base pay targets $140,000 to $180,000 with pay-for-performance culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent level of experience.
• 5+ years of mechanical design experience in Aerospace.
• Strong 3D CAD skills (Siemens NX preferred).
• Strong knowledge of GD&T and engineering drawings.
• Experience with FEA tools and structural analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design and development of interior / exterior closures.
• Create 3D models and technical drawings.
• Develop technical specifications and requirements for closures, seals, and mechanical systems.
• Perform structural analysis and optimization using FEA tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Industrial design, airframe, manufacturing, supply chain, certification, and suppliers.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting program milestones and deadlines.
• Ensure designs meet safety regulations.
• Support certification activities and documentation.
• Participate in design reviews and technical meetings.

Skills

3D CAD

Siemens NX

GD&T

FEA

Project leadership

Communication

Mass optimization

Education

Bachelors in Aerospace/Mechanical Eng

Tools

FEA tools

Job description

Archer is seeking a Senior Engineer, Doors in San Jose, CA to lead mechanical design of interior and exterior closures for all-electric air mobility aircraft. The role requires 5+ years in aerospace design, strong Siemens NX CAD skills, and solid GD&T and FEA experience.

You will drive model creation, drawings, specs, and cross-functional collaboration to meet safety and certification milestones. Base pay targets $140,000 to $180,000 with pay-for-performance culture.