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We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members.\nWhat You’ll Do:\nDesign and Engineering\nLead the development and optimizing the complete layout of the aircraft structures and sub-system integration\nOwn zonal management of the digital mock-up for large sections of the aircraft, including controlling space allocation for subsystems, establishing mounting strategies with the aircraft structures, managing routing envelopes and ensuring all subsystems are accessible and maintainable.\nManage interface requirements models (IRMs) and master geometry models for large aircraft zones\nMaintain aircraft systems configuration management, tracking various pedigrees and versions of hardware\nAssist in defining assembly processes and techniques and standardizing across the department\nCollaborate with manufacturing team to ensure seamless aircraft integration processes\nAnalysis and Project Management \nConduct trade studies to optimize system integration, mass efficiency, and flight performance\nSupport test planning and validation activities for major assemblies\nAnalyze test data and implement design improvements based on findings\nCollaboration\nWork cross-functionally with all engineering disciplines to lead-multidisciplinary trade studies on aircraft-level architecture decision\nParticipate in design reviews and provide technical expertise for critical integration decisions\nCollaborate with sourcing and quality teams to support supplier selection, component qualification, and inspection requirements for integration components\nDrive improvements to existing processes and develop new procedures as needed\nWhat You Need:\nEducation & Experience\nBachelor's Degree in mechanical/aerospace engineering, or related field\n5+ year experience with full-vehicle level systems integration and interface management in aerospace or automotive\nExperience generating Bills of Materials (BOM) and managing change control processes\nTechnical Expertise\nProficiency in CAD modeling (NX preferred), 2D drawings, tolerance analysis, and GD&T. Strong preference for candidates deeply familiar with managing large assembly models (100-1000+ components) and in-context modeling.\nUnderstanding of mass budgeting, configuration management, and systems integration\nKnowledge of manufacturing processes for aerospace structural components including machining, joining methods, and composite manufacturing\nCommunication and Organization\nProven ability to coordinate cross-functional technical initiatives across multiple subsystem teams\nExcellent documentation and communication skills for maintaining complex interface requirements\nCapacity to manage multiple integration challenges and priorities simultaneously\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills for resolving interface conflicts\nAdditional Requirements\nAvailability for domestic travel as needed\nDemonstrated commitment to safety and quality in engineering practices\nBonus Qualifications:\nAerospace development and certification experience\nDeep understanding of prototype development lifecycle and the unique requirements for experimental flight test vehicles\nFamiliarity with regulatory requirements and design practices for system separation (e.g., flight-critical vs. non-critical systems).\nDemonstrated hand-on experience in a prototype environment through prior work or personal projects\nSelf-motivated with exceptional attention to detail and systems-thinking approach\nAt Archer, we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent with the skills and leadership needed to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that supports the Company’s strategy. For this position, we are targeting a base pay range of $172,800 - $237,600. Actual compensation offered will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. \n\nArcher 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 at . Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.\nInformation collected and processed as part of any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Archer's Candidate Privacy Policy.\nCertain positions may be eligible for visa sponsorship.\nArcher 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.\nArcher Aviation does not engage with external recruiting agencies/individual recruiters with whom it does not have a prior written agreement. Archer reserves the right to make use of any unsolicited resumes that it receives and bears no responsibility for payment of any fees asserted from the use of unsolicited resumes. If you are a recruiting agency or individual recruiter wishing to do business with Archer, please reach out to . 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