Design Lead, Airframe Job at Archer Aviation (San Jose)

Design Engineer, Airframe

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-ele...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

172800.00 - 216000.00 USD / Year

Archer Aviation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years of experience with lightweight structures (aircraft, spacecraft, other high performance vehicles)
Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering field
Ability to design and analyze simple components
A deep understanding of load paths and laminate design fundamentals
Strong CAD skills in NX (preferred), Solidworks, Catia or Creo
Experience with the design of Large bonded structures
Experience with the design of Sandwich construction
Experience with the design of Hand laid prepreg carbon fiber
Experience with the design of Machined metal
Experience with the manufacturing of composite parts

Job Responsibility

Lead the development of major structural airframe assemblies from preliminary design through certification, and manufacturing ramp up
Apply in depth understanding of load paths, design best practices, and hand calcs to design robust structural configurations
Apply design for manufacturing concepts to create designs that are cost effective and easy to fabricate at rate
Develop company standards for composite and metallic part CAD models and drawings
Work closely with and mentor other engineers on the design, stress and M&P teams
Provide technical guidance on design concepts (risk vs. cost vs. performance)
Support manufacturing to validate and verify that designs meet requirements and specifications

Fulltime

Airframe IPT Lead

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Integrated Product Team (IPT)...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

224000.00 - 280000.00 USD / Year

Archer Aviation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
10+ years of experience in airframe design and development
Solid first-principles approach to the design and implementation of efficient load paths
Proven track record of leading technical projects and teams
Experience with aircraft certification processes (Part 23, Part 25, or Part 27)
Strong understanding of composite airframe structures, materials, and manufacturing processes
Proficiency with CAD and FEA software
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Job Responsibility

Oversee all aspects of airframe hardware development, ensuring developed hardware meets specified design and performance requirements, aligns with program objectives, and adheres to regulatory standards
Develop airframe hardware components from concept through to production within the assigned scope, defining the technical approach, establishing design parameters, managing the development process, and resolving any technical challenges
Collaborate and coordinate with other program teams (e.g., avionics, propulsion, ) to ensure seamless integration and alignment across the program through regular meetings, status updates, and information sharing
Work closely with the Systems Engineering team to ensure appropriate requirements are allocated to the hardware components being developed. This includes participating in requirements reviews, clarifying technical specifications, and ensuring traceability between system-level requirements and hardware design
Support the Project Manager (PM) by breaking down high-level technical work objectives into actionable tasks, identifying specific activities, estimating effort and duration, assigning resources, and developing detailed work plans to facilitate effective project planning, execution, monitoring, and control

Fulltime

Lead Engineer (Design Authority)

You will be at the forefront of UAS innovation, developing future capability on ...

Location

United Kingdom , Bristol

Salary:

Not provided

Tekever

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

12+ years in aerospace engineering, with a significant portion dedicated to UAS or complex military systems
Proven track record as a Lead Engineer or Design Authority on a complex hardware-software integration project
Deep understanding of UK Military Registered Aircraft (MRP) or Civil (CAA/EASA) certification frameworks
Degree in Aerospace, Systems, or Electronic Engineering
Chartered Engineer (CEng) status is expected for this level of authority
Must currently hold, or be eligible to obtain, UK SC (Secret) Clearance
The ability to make critical "go/no-go" technical decisions under pressure
A commitment to the highest standards of engineering ethics and safety-critical rigor
Capable of briefing senior military officers and technical experts alike, distilling complex engineering risks into clear operational impacts
A proactive desire to embrace new processes and drive continuous improvement in engineering methods

Job Responsibility

Act as the final technical signatory for design changes, ensuring the platform maintains its design intent and safety margins throughout the development lifecycle
Lead a multi-disciplinary team (Airframe, Avionics, Software, and Comms) to ensure seamless integration of mission systems and payloads
Drive the strategy for airworthiness requirements (working toward MRP/RA standards), ensuring all documentation is robust and audit-ready
Define the technical direction of the UAS program, managing complex trade-offs and evolving capability requirements
Oversee the flow-down of high-level end user requirements into actionable engineering specifications
Serve as the lead technical liaison with the MoD, DE&S, and external partners, leading design reviews and safety committees

What we offer

An excellent work environment and an opportunity to make a difference

Fulltime

New

FAA Chief Inspector

This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing...

Location

United States , Wichita

Salary:

104900.00 - 160850.00 USD / Year

Boeing

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Must have 10 years’ experience in a FAA Part 145 Repair Station
Must have working Knowledge of FAA 14 CFR Parts 21, 39, 43, 65, 91, 121, 135, and 145
Must have FAA Airframe Certificate or the ability to obtain a FAA Repairmen certificate
Able to read, write, and speak English
Good communication skills both written and verbal
Must have good time management skills
Must pass a FAA drug and alcohol pre-employment test
Experience in Microsoft Office Suites
High School Diploma or GED

Job Responsibility

Leads and directs quality organizations for acquire, define, produce or service processes
Establishes, oversees, and administers processes, policies, and best practices, and determines resource requirements, acquisition, redeployment, improvement plans and quality measures
Interfaces with other organizations, external suppliers, customers, and regulatory agencies to define, evaluate and communicate accomplishment of project and program priorities through all phases in the service life cycle
Provides organizational vision and strategic plan, quality policies, processes, and procedures, as well as process improvements and prevention measures
Communicates, educates, trains and coaches customers, suppliers, and internal personnel regarding Quality policies, processes and procedures
Provides cross-functional leadership and Quality technical expertise
Acts as the primary Liaison between the Spirit Wichita MRO and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to verify company compliance with the Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR)’s, European Union Aviation Safety Agency(EASA) and United Kingdom Civil Aviation Authority (UK CAA)
Manage within the Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul area, inspections of materials, parts, and assemblies in original production or modified from original type design products to ensure that they conform to type certification or engineering approved data or data acceptable to the administrator and pass inspection for safe operation
Provides technical expertise to company employees, FAA, customers, and suppliers on issues of compliance with contractual, regulatory, and company requirements
Under the general supervision of the FAA, oversee issuance of original or replacement type airworthiness approvals for products and articles that conform to approved design requirements and are in a condition for safe operation

What we offer

Health insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Health savings accounts
Retirement savings plans
Life and disability insurance programs
Paid and unpaid time away from work

Fulltime

Senior Electrical Design Engineer

EI6879 - Senior Electrical Design Engineer. 1 vacancy £47.12 per hour Umbrella o...

Location

United Kingdom , Samlesbury

Salary:

35.00 - 47.12 GBP / Hour

Morson Talent

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience in an Airframe Design role, or equivalent 'near-neighbour' disciplines
Experience of operating in an airframe design role, or equivalent in one or more phases of the product lifecycle
Awareness of product lifecycle requirements and the importance of governance to product integrity
Proficiency in a CAD system, typically CATIA V5 or equivalent toolset, with experience in a PLM system
Experience of working in a multidisciplinary integrated product development environment, influencing adjacent disciplines
Experience of working with external customers, suppliers and partners
Experience of managing Design tasks to meet engineering design requirements and programme requirements
Experience in leading and guiding other Design staff
Experience in holding a design check signature
Degree or HNC/HND or equivalent qualification

Job Responsibility

Working closely with other engineering disciplines and functions, supplier and customer areas, fostering a team-working and collaborative product development environment
Producing and issuing Airframe engineering design data to meet project requirements, in line with design standards, whilst maintaining quality, cost and schedule adherence
Verifying design data prior to a formal independent check criteria to ensure compliance with project standards
Identifying project technical risks and opportunities, and where appropriate propose mitigation plans
Supporting all aspects of personal and professional development for yourself and, where appropriate, others in your team
Evaluating and resolving design queries, and supporting the generation of resulting modifications and changes
Supporting the definition and resource planning of design workload delivery
The role holder is responsible for taking reasonable care of their own health and safety ensuring high standards for safety, health and environment (SHE) in our organisation are maintained

Fulltime

Airframe Stress Analysis Engineer

We are seeking a self-motivated Airframe Stress Analysis Engineer to join client...

Location

United States , Fort Worth

Salary:

140000.00 - 180000.00 USD / Year

Tech Mahindra

Expiration Date

June 29, 2026

Requirements

Skill Set : airframe structural design
Total Experience : 5.00 to 10.00 Years
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering required. Major in Aerospace or Mechanical with focus on structural analysis is preferred
Multiple levels of experience will be considered with at least 5 years experience in structural analysis
Experience in helicopter or tiltrotor structural design is preferred, including composites
Must have the ability to communicate efficiently and effectively to coordinate design and analysis activities, prioritize tasks, and report status to design leads
Must be able to build and maintain effective relationships with customers, internal and external suppliers, as well as horizontal integrations across the other teams to complete design tasks
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook is required
Proficiency in Finite Element Analysis using MSC.NASTRAN and Altair Hypermesh
Must have the ability to work effectively within a team

Job Responsibility

Support airframe structural designs based on trade studies, research, and analysis
Responsible for performing detailed analysis of advanced composite and metallic structure using classical hand calculations and FE tools to develop high performance airframe structures
Perform static analysis using industry standard calculations methods (i.e. Bruhn, Roark Flabel, and O.E.M. structures manuals)
Coordinate with other engineering, manufacturing, or specialty personnel to resolve problems
Apply scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure the outcome and consequence of design, in terms of stress, strength, life, stiffness, and weight, providing alternatives as needed
Oversee and monitor product acceptance procedures and parameters to achieve product reliability and safety standards (e.g. failure analysis)
Contribute to the completion milestones associated with specific projects (e.g. create functional diagrams and system layouts
review detailed drawings and schematics
define data structure, interfaces and analyze material requirements)
Execute Tasks to Cost and Schedule Requirements

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life
disability insurance
paid time off (including holidays, parental leave, and sick leave, as required by law)

Fulltime

Sheetmetal Aircraft Mechanic II - Travel Team

The Traveling Aircraft Mechanic II (Sheetmetal) performs the full range of milit...

Location

United States , Fort Campbell

Salary:

Not provided

Amentum

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Valid up-to-date A&P license
Two (2) years aviation maintenance experience
Three (3) years rotary wing aircraft experience
Two (2) of the years on the assigned Mission Design Series (UH60, AH64, and/or CH47)
All experience must be within the Five (5) most recent years as required
If no A&P, must have the Three (3) years aviation maintenance experience
consisting of Three (3) years rotary wing aircraft experience, and Two (2) years on the assigned MDS (UH60, AH64, and/or CH47)
Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization
US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work site
Tools are Required

Job Responsibility

Performs the full range of military tactical aircraft maintenance and maintains repairs and modifies aircraft structures and structural components of moderate difficulty
Maintains and repairs aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components
Applies technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions and applies required expertise in restoring equipment condition and or operation
Applies comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate to complex problems by interpreting technical documentation such as
blueprints or manufactures' manuals
Requires working knowledge of technical publications
The incumbent receives technical guidance, as required, from supervisor or higher-level technician, will occasionally be required to lead teams through more complex aircraft relevant tasks, and may be required to make entries in aircraft logs and records
Must be able to prioritize workload to maintain schedules on assigned projects
Removes and installs aircraft subsystem assemblies and components such as engines, rotors, transmissions, mechanical flight controls and their components
Services and lubricates aircraft and subsystems

Fulltime

Aircraft Mechanic I (MWO Electrician - UH-60)

The Aircraft Mechanic I (Avionics Mechanic) adjusts, repairs and/or replaces ele...

Location

United States , Wheeler AAF, Hawaii

Salary:

87921.60 USD / Year ▼

Amentum

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Knowledge of aircraft avionics systems, troubleshooting, repair procedures and replacement of parts
Thorough knowledge of aircraft unique tools
Working knowledge of avionics systems, including maintenance parameters, systems operations, limitations and technical orders
Knowledge of military publications (including electronic manuals), drawings, blueprints, microfilm, diagrams and schematics is mandatory
Knowledge of military and/or company forms required by work specifications is a plus
Is required to climb, stand, stoop, bend, stretch, crouch and work in tiring and uncomfortable position
Required three years aviation maintenance experience, two years rotary wing aircraft experience, and two years on the assigned Mission Design Series (MDS)
All experience must be within the six most recent years
A valid up-to-date A&P license is preferred but not required
All mechanics assigned to perform maintenance on FAA certified aircraft must meet FAA requirements

Job Responsibility

Adjusts, repairs and/or replaces electrical wiring and aircraft system avionics
Maintains and repairs aircraft components including but not limited to flight controls, engines, hydraulics, pneumatics, fuel systems, and mechanical components
Performs preflight, thru-flight, and post-flight maintenance inspections
Performs miscellaneous duties to service aircraft, including flushing crankcase, cleaning screens and filters, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes
Apply technical knowledge of airframe and power plant systems in determining equipment malfunctions
Apply required expertise in restoring equipment condition and or operation
Apply comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate to complex problems by interpreting technical documentation such as blueprints or manufacturers’ manuals
Supervises the jacking and towing of aircraft and verifies the work was performed satisfactorily
May service engines and airframe components at line station making repairs, short of overhaul, required to keep aircraft in safe operating condition
May specialize in work, repair and modification of structural, precision, and functional spare parts and assemblies

What we offer

Bi-weekly accrual of 5.70 hours (0 to less than 60 months)
Bi-weekly accrual of 7.70 hours (60 months but less than 120 months)
Bi-weekly accrual of 9.20 hours (120 months but less than 240 months)
11 paid Holidays (outlined in CBA)
401K
Short Term / Long Term Disability
Flex Spending Programs- FSA/HSA
Medical /Dental/Eye Insurance
Life Insurance and AD&D
Well-being programs

Fulltime

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