Archer
Sr Test Engineer, Flight Controls System
Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all‑electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance sustainable air mobility. We design, manufacture, and operate an all‑electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise.
We believe diversity in the workplace is strongest, drives better insights, and lifts us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces differences and supports all team members.
Who We Are Looking For:
Experienced verification engineer to join the Flight Controls System Team at Archer, focusing on verification and testing of the fly‑by‑wire flight control system and its integration with avionics, power distribution, and engines.
Prior testing experience with complex test campaigns.
What You’ll Do:
Gain comprehensive understanding of the flight control system architecture and detailed design of all subsystems and components.
Design and execute requirements‑based tests for the eVTOL Flight Control System.
Collaborate with team members to correlate test results with analyses and predictions.
Evaluate test data to confirm component performance.
Ensure testing complies with FAA, DoD, or other aircraft standards.
Confirm test scope meets aircraft certification requirements.
Prepare technical reports detailing test results.
What you need:
5+ years of experience in a related field.
Degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
Experience with requirements‑based testing, preferably applying ARP4754A, DO‑178C, or similar guidelines.
Background using Polarion, DOORS, or similar requirements management tools.
Excellent technical writing, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
Experience with Agile/SCRUM methodologies.
Bonus Qualifications:
Experience with continuous integration & test tools like TeamCity or Jenkins, and test automation frameworks.
Experience with Python, MATLAB, NI, or other data acquisition and analysis software.
Experience with integrated system communication protocols (ARINC429, CAN, Ethernet, RS485, etc.).
Please note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not include an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications.
At Archer we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent that possesses the skills and leadership necessary to grow our business. We drive a pay‑for‑performance culture and reward performance that supports the company’s business strategy. For this position we are targeting a base pay between $122,500 and $153,600.
Archer is a proud Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Archer is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities and those with sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants requiring accommodation should contact our People Team at people@archer.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis.
Archer is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position at the present time.
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Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all‑electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance sustainable air mobility. We design, manufacture, and operate an all‑electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise.
We believe diversity in the workplace is strongest, drives better insights, and lifts us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces differences and supports all team members.
Who We Are Looking For:
Experienced verification engineer to join the Flight Controls System Team at Archer, focusing on verification and testing of the fly‑by‑wire flight control system and its integration with avionics, power distribution, and engines.
Prior testing experience with complex test campaigns.
What You’ll Do:
Gain comprehensive understanding of the flight control system architecture and detailed design of all subsystems and components.
Design and execute requirements‑based tests for the eVTOL Flight Control System.
Collaborate with team members to correlate test results with analyses and predictions.
Evaluate test data to confirm component performance.
Ensure testing complies with FAA, DoD, or other aircraft standards.
Confirm test scope meets aircraft certification requirements.
Prepare technical reports detailing test results.
What you need:
5+ years of experience in a related field.
Degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science/Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
Experience with requirements‑based testing, preferably applying ARP4754A, DO‑178C, or similar guidelines.
Background using Polarion, DOORS, or similar requirements management tools.
Excellent technical writing, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
Experience with Agile/SCRUM methodologies.
Bonus Qualifications:
Experience with continuous integration & test tools like TeamCity or Jenkins, and test automation frameworks.
Experience with Python, MATLAB, NI, or other data acquisition and analysis software.
Experience with integrated system communication protocols (ARINC429, CAN, Ethernet, RS485, etc.).
Please note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not include an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications.
At Archer we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent that possesses the skills and leadership necessary to grow our business. We drive a pay‑for‑performance culture and reward performance that supports the company’s business strategy. For this position we are targeting a base pay between $122,500 and $153,600.
Archer is a proud Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Archer is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities and those with sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants requiring accommodation should contact our People Team at people@archer.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case‑by‑case basis.
Archer is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position at the present time.
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