Archer Aviation is seeking a Flight Test Instrumentation Electrical Design Lead to support the design, fabrication, developmental test, and certification efforts of its piloted eVTOL aircraft project. The successful candidate will perform the electrical installation design for all Flight Test Instrumentation related hardware for flight test aircraft. They will also support the installation planning and liaison manufacturing for the installation of flight test instrumentation onto test aircraft in buildup and in active test. This role involves working with internal customers and vendors to solve instrumentation and measurement related challenges and acting as a key advisor to the Instrumentation Director regarding all aircraft instrumentation electrical design activities.
Perform the Electrical Installation Design for all Flight Test Instrumentation related hardware for flight test aircraft.
Support the Installation planning and liaison manufacturing for the installation of flight test instrumentation onto test aircraft.
Work with internal customers and vendors to solve instrumentation and measurement related challenges.
Develop processes and documentation to support the installation and maintenance of flight test instrumentation.
Collaborate with the Flight Test Engineering and Certification Teams to plan and perform all required development and certification flight test activities.
Requirements:
B.S. in Engineering
7+ years experience as Electrical Design Engineer or Instrumentation Engineer
Experience with design and installation of wiring for flight
Experience with the routing of wires/harnesses for aircraft
Experience generating work instructions
Experience with design for manufacturing
Must be able to lift 30 lbs unassisted
The role offers:
Opportunity to work on an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft.
A chance to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility.
Archer is an aerospace company focused on advancing sustainable air mobility through the design, manufacture, and operation of all-electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. Based in San Jose, California, Archer is dedicated to creating aircraft capable of carrying passengers with minimal noise impact. The company values diversity and cultivates an equitable and inclusive work environment. Archer's activities include comprehensive testing and development programs, including flight tests, to achieve aircraft certification.