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Manager, Mechanical Actuator Development

Archer · San Jose, California, United States

Posted about 3 months ago · $172,000 - $230,000

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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

In this role, you will lead a team of engineers in the design and development of high-performance electromechanical actuation systems for aerospace applications. Your responsibilities include overseeing the mechanical design, performing trade studies, creating CAD models, and collaborating with various internal teams to ensure integrated system performance. Additionally, you will mentor junior engineers and drive cross-functional project teams to meet project milestones and technical requirements.

Our read on this posting3.2out of 5
benefits
1/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
5/5
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

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (or related field)
  • 8+ years of experience in actuated mechanism or electromechanical system design
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • Proven ability to take ownership of complex engineering problems through completion
  • Demonstrated initiative in seeking out critical information and driving technical closure
  • Experience in GD&T for mechanical systems

Nice to have

  • Familiarity with PDM systems
  • Project or program management experience
  • Proficiency in MATLAB, Python, Mathcad, and/or LabVIEW
  • Hands-on experience in a machine shop or with mechanical assembly
  • Experience with RTCA DO-160, structural, or actuator mechanism testing

What you get

  • Base pay range of $172,000 - $230,000
  • Pay-for-performance culture

Worth weighing

  • No specific mention of additional benefits or perks beyond salary
  • Position may involve complex engineering challenges
  • The role requires strong leadership and collaboration across multiple teams
  • No mention of remote work options or flexibility

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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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