Sr. Development Engineer, Electric Engine

<div class="content-intro"><p><span style="font-weight: 400;">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.</span></p> <p><span style="font-weight: 400;">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.</span></p></div><h2><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>What You'll Do:</strong></span></h2> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Lead Electric Engine Diagnostics Analysis</span></li> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Conduct comprehensive Electric Engine teardowns and root cause investigations</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Serve as the primary technical expert for triaging and resolving critical issues during the design/development cycle</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Make decisive judgments to prioritize mission-critical concerns that impact product safety and performance</span></li> </ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Develop Advanced Systems Procedures</span></li> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Create detailed Electric Engine teardown protocols and documentation.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Develop real-time health monitoring systems .</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Establish Electric Engine end-of-line test specifications that ensure quality and reliability.</span></li> </ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Drive Engineering Excellence</span></li> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Own field failure analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Develop and execute Electric Engine DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) and DVPR (Design Verification Plan Report)</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Validate Electric Engine requirements throughout development cycles</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Lead powertrain system optimization studies to enhance performance and efficiency</span></li> </ul> </ul> <p> </p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Collaborate Across Functions</span></li> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Partner daily with Electric Engine design, Motor, Rotor, Geartrain and test teams</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Provide expert design guidance and mentorship to engineering teams</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Lead by example, actively designing alongside the team while providing technical oversight</span></li> </ul> </ul> <h2><span style="font-size: 12pt;"><strong>What You Need:</strong></span></h2> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Education Experience</span></li> <ul> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Master's of PhD Degree in mechanical/electrical engineering, physics, or related field</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Minimum of 5 years of hands-on Electric Engine experience</span></li> <li style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Demonstrated expertise in Electric Engine te ... (truncated, view full listing at source)