Archer56

Staff Analyst, Methods

San Jose, California, United States · Staff+

No sponsorship$15k-$190kDetected 22 days ago

PythonMATLABANSYSFEAStructural AnalysisMechanical DesignAerospace EngineeringLeadershipCommunication

About the role

This role requires expertise of structures of metallic and composite structures and a deep understanding of rotorcraft dynamic systems.
The ideal candidate will act as a mentor to other members of the team with less experience and establish best practices to follow for the program.
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.

Perform detailed structural analyses of dynamic system components, including the rotor system, control system, and blades
Support full scale component ground testing and flight testing, including test requirements, layout, instrumentation, and data reduction
Develop best practices for structural analysis of critical aerospace structures
Collaborate with the aerodynamics and loads & dynamics teams to design high performance propeller and rotor blades
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.
The candidate will support analysis and testing of the rotor system on a new unmanned vehicle platform, including the rotor head, blades, and control system.

10+ years of experience in design and analysis of rotorcraft dynamic systems, including rotors, controls systems, and propeller or rotor blades
Familiarity with FAA aircraft and/or rotorcraft loads and dynamics regulations (FAR Part 23, 27, 33, 35) and associated advisory materials
Experience with static and dynamic loads derivation for fixed-wing vehicles and/or VTOL aircraft
Proficiency in Python and/or Matlab scripting

Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field
5+ years of experience in design and analysis of critical aircraft structures
Proficient in ANSYS, NASTRAN, or other FE software
Knowledge of fatigue and damage tolerance of composites
Knowledge of high cycle and low cycle fatigue in metallic components
Ability to read engineering drawings and interpret CAD models
Strong technical, written, and verbal communication skills

Master's in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field
10+ years of experience in design and analysis of rotorcraft dynamic systems, including rotors, controls systems, and propeller or rotor blades
Background in ground and flight testing of critical composite aerospace structures
Familiarity with FAA aircraft and/or rotorcraft loads and dynamics regulations (FAR Part 23, 27, 33, 35) and associated advisory materials
Experience with static and dynamic loads derivation for fixed-wing vehicles and/or VTOL aircraft
Ability to perform aeroelastic analysis on VTOL dynamic systems

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.

Collaborate with internal and external customers to ensure on-time delivery of data
We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise.
We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members.
Archer Aviation is seeking a highly motivated, experienced engineer to join our team in revolutionizing the aviation industry.

Archer is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position at the present time.

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