[Remote] Tooling Design Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California, focused on building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft. The Tooling Design Engineer will work closely with design and manufacturing engineers to create tooling for production processes and ensure efficient manufacturability of the aircraft components.ResponsibilitiesWork closely with airframe design & manufacturing engineers to provide manufacturing/assembly input during initial design stagesDesign tooling for trim, drill, and assembly operations, as well as manufacturing aids to help with day-to-day production; this includes conceptualization, material selection, vendor sourcing and final inspectionCreate all CAD files and drawings for assembly fixtures using 3D CAD Software (NX experience preferred). Must be proficient with GD&TDesign, set-up, and dimensionally inspect/interrogate assembly fixturing to support locating and bonding & fastening of large, complex, primary structure using laser trackers and dimensional inspection equipmentCreate design review presentations and analysis reports to communicate and substantiate tooling designsSuggest and incorporate changes in design to improve manufacturability, error-proofing, ergonomic handling, efficiency, and productionInterface with manufacturing engineers, design engineers, engineering management, operations, shop floor personnel, and external vendorsSkillsMinimum of 7 years of professional industry experienceBachelor's or advanced degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent experience)Hands-on experience with fabrication and assembly skills (demonstrated through past work or experience via a student team, internship, or personal project)Previous experience manufacturing/assembling a full vehicle including exposure to integration effortsDemonstrated exposure to prototype environment with ability to problem solveUnderstanding of composite part design, material properties, allowables and testingProficiency with solid modeling and surfacing in 3D CAD Software (NX preferred)Proficiency with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)Strong communication and inter-personal skillsExperience programming and handling laser trackers and other dimensional inspection equipmentAbility to operate composites related equipment, 3d printers, small CNC routersExperience using Fibersim or Composite WorkbenchPassion for aviation and eVTOLsCompany OverviewArcher is an aerospace company that developed an electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft tailored for urban air mobility systems. It was founded in 2020, and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://www.archer.com.