Electric Powertrain Engineering Intern

Job Description

About Company

Archer is an aerospace company located in San Jose, California. Their primary mission is to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility by building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. This aircraft is designed to carry four passengers, produce minimal noise, and aims to solve challenging problems in the aerospace industry.

Archer emphasizes a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace, believing that a diverse environment fosters smarter insights, drives innovation, and contributes to overall success. They are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive environment that supports and celebrates all team members.

Job Description, Detailed

This is a 10-week full-time Summer 2026 internship opportunity based at Archer’s headquarters in San Jose, California. Relocation and housing will not be provided for this role.

What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities):

• Electric Engine Analysis & Forensics:
• Execute electric engine teardowns and detailed component inspections to assess hardware health.
• Drive root cause investigations by collecting, organizing, and analyzing critical data from test results.
• Author technical reports and standardize teardown procedures to improve issue identification efficiency.
• Detect and characterize critical anomalies impacting product safety and performance.
• Development Testing & Validation:
• Conduct hands-on mechanical development testing for electric motors and gearboxes.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues in real-time using precision measurement tools and testing equipment.
• Create and maintain accurate documentation for test procedures, setups, and results.
• Engineering Process & Design Optimization:
• Contribute to field failure analysis activities and implement corrective actions.
• Assist in the creation of Electric Engine DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) documentation.
• Verify and validate Electric Engine requirements throughout the development lifecycle.
• Participate in powertrain system studies to support performance optimization efforts.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
• Collaborate with the Motor and Geartrain design teams to ensure seamless integration.
• Participate actively in design reviews, technical deep-dives, and brainstorming sessions.
• Partner with senior engineers to execute technical strategies and solve multidisciplinary problems.

What You Need (Key Qualifications):

• Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• Technical Foundation: Strong grasp of engineering first principles with a specific interest in drivetrain, thermal systems design, or testing.
• Software Skills: Proficiency with 3D CAD software.
• Soft Skills: High attention to detail and a strong hunger for learning.
• Hands-on Experience (Highly Preferred): Prior experience with mechanical assembly, university competition teams (FSAE, Solar Car, Rocketry), or hardware testing.

Summer 2026 Internship Program Details:

• Program Dates (10-week, full-time):
• May 26, 2026 – July 31, 2026
• June 15, 2026 – August 21, 2026
• *No accommodation for interns outside these two program dates.• • Location: Archer’s headquarters in San Jose, CA.
• Relocation and Housing: Will not be provided.
• Compensation: Targeted base pay between $25.00 – $35.00 per hour, determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
• Visa Sponsorship: Archer is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position at the present time.
• Equal Opportunity Employer: Archer is committed to diversity and inclusivity, making employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs, without discrimination based on protected characteristics.
• Reasonable Accommodations: Archer provides reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants needing accommodation can contact people@archer.com.
• Candidate Privacy: Information collected is subject to Archer’s Candidate Privacy Policy.
• Recruiting Agencies: Archer does not engage with external recruiting agencies/individual recruiters without a prior written agreement. Unsolicited resumes will not incur fees.