Staff Design Engineer

Archer
San Jose
Workplace: RemoteFull timeUSD 172,000 - 225,000 annuallyFunction: Design (Product/UX/UI/Visual)Experience: 5+ yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Analytical thinking","Problem-solving","Communication","Collaboration","Mentorship"]

Lead the design and development of integrated thermal lubrication systems for an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft. Own system architecture, component specification, CAD model creation, and design documentation while collaborating with manufacturing and cross-functional engineering teams. Perform 1D modeling, thermal/fluid analysis, and CFD (StarCCM+) studies, then plan and execute testing, troubleshooting, and validation to drive improvements from concept through production.

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Staff Design Engineer

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Job Summary

Lead the design and development of integrated thermal lubrication systems for an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft. Own system architecture, component specification, CAD model creation, and design documentation while collaborating with manufacturing and cross-functional engineering teams. Perform 1D modeling, thermal/fluid analysis, and CFD (StarCCM+) studies, then plan and execute testing, troubleshooting, and validation to drive improvements from concept through production.
Location: San Jose
Workplace: Remote
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Design (Product/UX/UI/Visual)
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Lead design and development of integrated thermal lubrication systems from concept through production implementation.
  • •Develop system architectures and specify components such as pumps, filters, heat exchangers, and pressure relief valves.
  • •Create detailed CAD models, technical drawings, and system specifications, ensuring designs are optimized for production.
  • •Perform 1D system modeling and simulations and conduct thermal and fluid flow analysis, including CFD optimization using StarCCM+ preferred.
  • •Design and execute component and system-level testing, troubleshoot issues, and support certification testing documentation.

Pay and Benefits

Salary: USD 172,000 - 225,000 annually

Key Requirements

  • •Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field.
  • •Minimum 5+ years of experience in fluid systems, lubrication systems, or thermal management design.
  • •Proven track record of taking systems from concept through production.
  • •Proficiency in CAD modeling software (NX, Creo, or similar) and 2D drawings.
  • •Experience with 1D modeling tools such as GT-Power, AMESim, or MATLAB/Simulink.
Experience:5+ yearsAerospace
Education:Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering
Skills:Analytical thinkingProblem-solvingCommunicationCollaborationMentorship
Languages:English
Tech Stack:NXCreoCADGT-PowerAMESimMATLAB/SimulinkStarCCM+CFD2D drawingsDFMEA

Eligibility

Work Authorization:Authorization required. Sponsorship not provided.

Company Brief

Archer
Develops electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft and urban air mobility systems to enable sustainable, intra-city air transportation for passengers and cargo.
Industry: Aerospace Manufacturing
Company Size: Large (251 to 1,000 employees)
Revenue: Pre-Revenue (USD 0)
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: Palo Alto, United States
Founded: 2018
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