About the job
Archer is an innovative aerospace company headquartered in San Jose, California, dedicated to the development of an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft. Our mission is to enhance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are focused on designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft capable of transporting four passengers while minimizing noise pollution.
We are driven by ambitious goals and complex challenges. We firmly believe that a diverse workforce contributes to smarter solutions, better insights, and collective success. Our commitment to fostering an equitable and inclusive environment encourages us to embrace our differences and celebrate every member of our team.
What You Will Be Responsible For:
- Create comprehensive wiring diagrams and detailed wire harness documentation utilizing Mentor Graphics Capital, Logic, and HarnessXC.
- Adhere to industry best practices and standards for the design and installation of wire harnesses (AC 43.13-1B, AS50881, ASTM F2639).
- Collaborate with avionics, power plant, and electrical engineering teams to define system architecture and wiring connections, including grounding strategies and EMI mitigation techniques.
- Leverage your expertise in standard industry components to select the best parts tailored to specific design applications and requirements.
- Identify and test custom or innovative components designed for unique applications that are not currently available in the market, such as high voltage (600V+) connectors and specialized wire insulations.
- Conduct troubleshooting and testing of wiring during aircraft initialization, testing, and operation, providing solutions and rework instructions as necessary.
- Develop and enhance harness assembly procedures and build instructions.
- Employ effective configuration and change management skills to maintain oversight of component changes throughout the aircraft's lifecycle.
