Senior Engineer, Flight Modeling & Simulation (SJ2025VD)

Job Description

Archer Aviation, an aerospace company focused on sustainable air mobility, is seeking a Senior Engineer for Flight Modeling & Simulation. This role is based in San Jose, California, and involves developing and maintaining physics models for eVTOL aircraft flight simulation. The Senior Engineer will contribute to vehicle-level trade studies and update system models based on test data to support vehicle certification. They will also collaborate with suppliers to integrate systems with vehicle-level simulation and conduct design analysis to ensure regulatory requirements are met.

• Develop Flight Simulation Physics Models for eVTOL aircraft.
• Conduct vehicle-level trade studies.
• Update system electrical, thermal, and performance model fidelity based on lab and flight test data to support vehicle certification.
• Work with internal and external suppliers to integrate their systems with vehicle-level simulation.
• Conduct design and analysis activities to verify business and regulatory requirements will be met with high confidence.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.
• 5 years (Bachelor's) or 2 years (Master's) of experience in eVTOL modeling and simulation, including developing Matlab Simulink models, control algorithms, flight control hardware, and flight dynamics.

Archer offers:

• Competitive salary range of $200,000-$220,000 per year.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge eVTOL technology.
• A diverse and inclusive work environment.