Mass Properties Engineer Job at Archer Aviation (San Jose)

Staff Engineer, Mass Properties

As the Staff Engineer, Mass Properties you will assist the Mass Properties Engin...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

Not provided

Archer Aviation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or a related STEM discipline, or equivalent practical experience in an engineering support role
0-3 years of experience in Mass Properties or a related engineering field, ideally on an aircraft development program
Familiarity with weight and balance concepts for dynamic systems, preferably aircraft
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with an ability to manage multiple data streams simultaneously
Experience or comfort with hands-on technical work, data collection, and database entry

Job Responsibility

Assist the Mass Properties Engineering team in day-to-day program execution and data management
Support the implementation of the Mass Properties program plan, focusing on data collection and reporting for weight, center of gravity, and inertia data
Maintain and update the mass properties database for various aircraft models and their variants
Collect, validate, and organize data from cross-functional teams, including design, structures, and systems, to support mass optimization and performance analysis
Help manage the transition of mass properties data from estimated to measured values
Conduct physical aircraft inspections and assist in managing weighing operations and audits
Assist in documentation preparation and support FAA certification activities related to weight and balance compliance
Implement and utilize tools and processes to streamline data collection and analysis

Fulltime

Professional Senior, Engineering - Mass Properties

At Bombardier, we design, build and maintain the world’s peak-performing aircraf...

Location

Canada , Mississauga

Salary:

Not provided

Bombardier

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor or Master’s degree in mechanical/aerospace engineering or related field
Minimum of 8 years of experience in Mass Properties
Knowledge of Aircraft Configuration, Structures and Systems integration technical requirements
Proficient in Mass Properties Analysis of Structure, Systems and Wiring
Good understanding and experience in supporting to Design and Stress Engineering, Production, Pre-Flight and In-Service
Familiar with Federal Aviation Regulation, Advisory Circulars, Bombardier Manuals and Recommended Practices
Good knowledge of Catia V5 and MS Office (Word, Excel and Power Point)
Energetic person with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a high sense of commitment, and a willingness to accept responsibilities while acting independently in a high-pressure partner/supplier team environment
Highly organized, results-oriented, work independently and able to prioritize assignments

Job Responsibility

Engineering support to Production, Design Engineering, Procurement & Quality in coordinating resolutions to issues and providing Corrective Action solutions involving Engineering
Conduct the Green Aircraft Weight and Balance engineering procedures, large component and parts weighing
Produce Weight and Balance Reports and Loadsheets for Flight Test, C of A and delivery
Provide the Mass Properties Impact to Final Assembly Line and In-Service Support for Program Change Request (PCR), Design Change Proposal (DCP), Request for Change (RFC), Repair Engineering Order (REO), Service Bulletin (SB), Service Request for Product Support Action (SRPSA), Restriction & Special Instruction (RSI), Functional Test Engineering Requirement (FTER), and Modsums
Maintain Aircraft Weight and CG, DCP/PCR and Modsum databases
Maintain and/or Evaluate partner/supplier weight reports to monitor the weight and center of gravity of the aircraft
Review and approve structural and systems layouts, System Definition Drawings (SDD), Installations, Assembly, Detail and Procurement Control Drawings (PCD)
Calculate Weight and CG using engineering documents (Structural, Installation and Detail Drawings, Harness Reports, Wiring and Stick Diagrams) and 3D modeled parts
Generate inertia and distribution of mass properties data for the aircraft and components
Analyze aircraft characteristics such as aircraft buoyancy and fuel migration

What we offer

Insurance plans (Dental, medical, life insurance, disability, and more)
Competitive base salary
Retirement savings plan
Employee Assistance Program
Tele Health Program

Fulltime

Manager, Mass Properties

As the Mass Properties Manager, you will provide strategic and technical leaders...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

Not provided

Archer Aviation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or a related STEM discipline
At least 10 years of experience in Mass Properties Engineering, including 3+ years in leadership or technical management on an aircraft development program
Proven experience managing and executing weight and balance programs for complex dynamic systems, preferably aircraft
Demonstrated success in developing FAA-compliant mass properties reports and documentation
Strong leadership skills with experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and coordinating with suppliers to meet weight and performance goals
Exceptional organizational and project management abilities, capable of managing multiple programs and priorities simultaneously
Expertise in defining and implementing tools, processes, and methodologies that improve efficiency, data integrity, and reporting

Job Responsibility

Lead and manage the Mass Properties Engineering team, setting objectives, mentoring engineers, and driving accountability for program deliverables
Develop and own the company-wide Mass Properties program plan, including processes and standards for tracking and reporting weight, center of gravity, and inertia data
Establish and maintain a comprehensive mass properties database supporting all aircraft models and their variants
Oversee data maturity and manage risks related to weight, balance, and compliance throughout the product lifecycle
Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including design, structures, systems, and supply chain—to collect, validate, and analyze data that drives mass optimization and performance improvements
Direct the progression of mass properties maturity, ensuring accurate transition from estimated to measured data and oversight of audits and validation activities
Champion continuous improvement initiatives, implementing tools and processes that streamline data collection, analysis, and reporting
Provide executive-level reporting on mass properties status, risk posture, and program health to leadership and certification authorities
Support FAA certification activities, ensuring all weight and balance documentation meets regulatory standards

Fulltime