Mechanical Design Engineer, Test and Integration
Archer · San Jose, California, United States
Posted about 3 months ago · $144,000 - $198,000
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 80 days Archer's roles stay open a median of 81 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- Yes 93% of Archer's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Archer
- high 156 stale, 5 reposted of 158 open
- Hiring momentum
- 226 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-10-23
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Archer's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Archer.
About this role
As a Mechanical Design Engineer focused on Test and Integration, you will design test fixtures and assemblies for flight-critical electromechanical systems, conduct structural analysis, and develop test plans for prototype aircraft. Your role involves collaborating with engineers to create technical drawings, select components, and ensure safety for flight hardware, all while working within a multi-disciplinary team.
- benefits
- 2/5
- freshness
- 1/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 5/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Archer as an employer.
What you need
- 5+ years of engineering experience
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Exposure to integrating or designing flight critical systems
- Proficient in CAD (Solidworks, NX, etc.) - NX preferred
- Ability to manage CAD and complex assemblies in Team Center
- Proficient in load analysis, free body diagrams, and FEA
Nice to have
- Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
- Knowledge of, and experience within, electric powertrain systems or aerospace systems
- Familiarity with simscape
- Experience designing mechanisms for flight control systems
- Thorough understanding of electro-mechanical actuators
What you get
- Base pay range of $144,000 - $198,000, determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience
- Commitment to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities or religious beliefs
- Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity
Worth weighing
- No specific mention of remote work options
- Base pay range provided, but actual compensation may vary based on individual qualifications
- No details on additional benefits or perks beyond salary
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Listed by Archer on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-23. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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