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Aerodynamics Engineer – Conceptual Sizing & Performance

Archer · San Jose, California, United States

Posted 16 days ago · $152,800 - $227,600

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
16 days
Archer's roles stay open a median of 45 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
93% of Archer's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Archer
high
117 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
2026-09-17

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About this role

As an Aerodynamics/Performance Engineer at Archer, you will focus on the conceptual sizing of aerodynamic surfaces and performance estimation for next-generation eVTOL aircraft. Your role involves using low-fidelity aerodynamic tools and handbook methods to analyze vehicle performance across various flight conditions, providing feedback for vehicle configuration trades, and collaborating with architects to meet mission requirements.

Our read on this posting3.8out of 5
benefits
2/5
freshness
4/5
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

  • Conceptual aerodynamic design experience using low-fidelity aerodynamic tools such as AVL, OpenVSP/VSPAERO, XFOIL, or similar
  • Strong grounding in handbook-based aerodynamic sizing methods (e.g., Hoerner, Roskam)
  • Trim and flight mechanics analysis across flight regimes, including hover, transition, and cruise
  • Experience with vehicle performance estimation methodologies (range/endurance/speed)

Nice to have

  • Tiltrotor and rotorcraft aerodynamics/performance experience
  • Experience with CFD solvers such as NASA codes (e.g., OVERFLOW, FUN3D), StarCCM+, Fluent, OpenFOAM), or similar
  • Experience with rotorcraft comprehensive analysis tools such as RCAS, CAMRAD II, or similar
  • Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, or similar for aero data reduction and analysis

What you get

  • Targeted base pay range of $152,800 - $227,600 based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace
  • Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities or religious beliefs

Worth weighing

  • No mention of specific projects or technologies being used beyond general tools
  • No salary listed for specific experience levels or roles
  • No work visa sponsorship available for this position

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Listed by Archer on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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