<div>Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise.Our sights are set high and our problems are hard, and we believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members.</div>Who we are: Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers for 60 miles at speeds of up to 150 mph while producing minimal noise. Our sights are set high and our problems are hard, and we believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members.What you’ll do:<ul><li>Architect and lead the team managing Archer’s lab integration environments supporting validation and verification activities, handling quality evaluations, human factor evaluations and test pilot training.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with internal groups and suppliers to integrate, instrument and maintain configuration of simulation models in a real-time, integrated hardware-in-the-loop environments .</li><li>Own end-to-end configuration of simulation environments (e.g., SIL, HIL, CeRT, Iron Bird), including data analysis and simulation correlation with flight test data.</li><li>Develop and optimize simulation pipelines including CI/CD integration for automated deployment, execution, and monitoring.</li><li>Integrate third-party software/hardware systems into cohesive simulation architectures.</li><li>Set technical standards, provide mentorship, and foster a collaborative and high-performance engineering culture.</li><li>Guide the design and build of graphical user interfaces to control the real-time simulation environment.</li><li>Lead task decomposition, technical planning, and debugging of complex issues across real-time and distributed systems.</li><li>Influence tool architecture in support of lab configuration and automation</li></ul>What you need:<ul><li>10+ years of experience in simulation software development and systems integration.</li><li>Bachelor's or higher degree in Aerospace, Software, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.</li><li>Seasoned technical lead for an engineering team; providing guidance in planning and execution.</li><li>Advanced proficiency in C/C++ and Python.</li><li>Very experienced  in MATLAB/Simulink.</li><li>Extensive experience developing real-time HIL test infrastructures.</li><li>Proven ability to develop simulation tools with a focus on usability, modularity, and performance.</li><li>Expert of communication standards and protocols (RS-422/485, CAN/CAN-FD, ARINC-429, Ethernet, TCP/IP, USB etc…)</li><li>Experience prototyping Graphical User Interfaces based on user feedback.</li></ul><ul><li>Knowledgeable with software engineering practices including CI/CD (GitHub Actions, Jenkins), test-driven development, and agile methodologies.</li><li>Strong problem-solving and debugging skills with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.</li><li>Comfortable working in cross-disciplinary teams and mentoring junior engineers.</li><li>Comfortable leading Agile/SCRUM methodologies and tools throughout the organization</li><li>Familiarity with Tool Qualification Levels TQL</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Experience with aerospace, spacecraft, or robotics systems—including modeling of flight dynamics, sensor-actuator loops, or avionics.</li><li>Proficiency in the NI software suite (LabVIEW, VeriStand).</li><li>Experience developing and troubleshooting custom code (i.e. plugins, logical devices, custom devices) for real-time OS</li><li>Background in simulation infrastructure for VTOL, rotorcraft, or autonomous vehicles.</li><li>Understanding of control theory, GNC algorithms, and physics-based modeling.</li><li>Hands-on experience with HIL/SIL test rigs, hardware communication protocols, and test instrumentation.</li><li>Exposure to regulatory frameworks (FAA, DoD, NASA) and test certification environments.</li><li>Startup or fast-paced development experience is a plus.</li><li>Experience automating and executing test plans.</li><li> Experience with DO-178 and other aviation standards  </li><li>Familiarity with fault injection methodologies.</li><li>Familiarity with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers and protocol analyzers.</li></ul>At Archer we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent that possess 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 $168,000 - $200,000. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.<div><hr>Information collected and processed as part of any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Archer's <a href="https://archer.com/legal/personnel-candidate-privacy-policy">Candidate Privacy Policy</a>.Archer is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position at the present time.Archer is proud to be an 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 upon 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 Aviation does not engage with external recruiting agencies/individual recruiters with whom it does not have a prior written agreement. Archer reserves the right to make use of any unsolicited resumes that it receives and bears no responsibility for payment of any fees asserted from the use of unsolicited resumes. If you are a recruiting agency or individual recruiter wishing to do business with Archer, please reach out to <a href="mailto:People@archer.com">People@archer.com</a>. All employment processes are managed by the Archer People Team.</div>

Archer is designing and developing electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft for use in urban air mobility networks. Archer&rsquo;s mission is to unlock the skies, freeing everyone to reimagine how they move and spend time. Archer's team is based in Santa Clara, CA. To learn more, visit www.archer.com.

Staff Software Engineer - Integrated Test

<div>Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise.Our sights are set high and our problems are hard, and we believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members.</div>Who we are:&nbsp;Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers for 60 miles at speeds of up to 150 mph while producing minimal noise.&nbsp;Our sights are set high and our problems are hard, and we believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members.What you’ll do:<ul><li>Architect and lead the team managing Archer’s lab integration environments supporting validation and verification activities, handling quality evaluations, human factor evaluations and test pilot training.</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with internal groups and suppliers to integrate, instrument and maintain configuration of simulation models in a real-time, integrated hardware-in-the-loop environments .</li><li>Own end-to-end configuration of simulation environments (e.g., SIL, HIL, CeRT, Iron Bird), including data analysis and simulation correlation with flight test data.</li><li>Develop and optimize simulation pipelines including CI/CD integration for automated deployment, execution, and monitoring.</li><li>Integrate third-party software/hardware systems into cohesive simulation architectures.</li><li>Set technical standards, provide mentorship, and foster a collaborative and high-performance engineering culture.</li><li>Guide the design and build of graphical user interfaces to control the real-time simulation environment.</li><li>Lead task decomposition, technical planning, and debugging of complex issues across real-time and distributed systems.</li><li>Influence tool architecture in support of lab configuration and automation</li></ul>What you need:<ul><li>10+ years of experience in simulation software development and systems integration.</li><li>Bachelor's or higher degree in Aerospace, Software, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.</li><li>Seasoned technical lead for an engineering team; providing guidance in planning and execution.</li><li>Advanced proficiency in C/C++ and Python.</li><li>Very experienced&nbsp; in MATLAB/Simulink.</li><li>Extensive experience developing real-time HIL test infrastructures.</li><li>Proven ability to develop simulation tools with a focus on usability, modularity, and performance.</li><li>Expert of communication standards and protocols (RS-422/485, CAN/CAN-FD, ARINC-429, Ethernet, TCP/IP, USB etc…)</li><li>Experience prototyping Graphical User Interfaces based on user feedback.</li></ul><ul><li>Knowledgeable with software engineering practices including CI/CD (GitHub Actions, Jenkins), test-driven development, and agile methodologies.</li><li>Strong problem-solving and debugging skills with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.</li><li>Comfortable working in cross-disciplinary teams and mentoring junior engineers.</li><li>Comfortable leading Agile/SCRUM methodologies and tools throughout the organization</li><li>Familiarity with Tool Qualification Levels TQL</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Experience with aerospace, spacecraft, or robotics systems—including modeling of flight dynamics, sensor-actuator loops, or avionics.</li><li>Proficiency in the NI software suite (LabVIEW, VeriStand).</li><li>Experience developing and troubleshooting custom code (i.e. plugins, logical devices, custom devices) for real-time OS</li><li>Background in simulation infrastructure for VTOL, rotorcraft, or autonomous vehicles.</li><li>Understanding of control theory, GNC algorithms, and physics-based modeling.</li><li>Hands-on experience with HIL/SIL test rigs, hardware communication protocols, and test instrumentation.</li><li>Exposure to regulatory frameworks (FAA, DoD, NASA) and test certification environments.</li><li>Startup or fast-paced development experience is a plus.</li><li>Experience automating and executing test plans.</li><li>&nbsp;Experience with DO-178 and other aviation standards&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Familiarity with fault injection methodologies.</li><li>Familiarity with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, logic analyzers and protocol analyzers.</li></ul>At Archer we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent that possess 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 $168,000 - $200,000. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.<div><hr>Information collected and processed as part of any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Archer's <a href="https://archer.com/legal/personnel-candidate-privacy-policy">Candidate Privacy Policy</a>.Archer is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position at the present time.Archer is proud to be an 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 upon 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 Aviation does not engage with external recruiting agencies/individual recruiters with whom it does not have a prior written agreement. Archer reserves the right to make use of any unsolicited resumes that it receives and bears no responsibility for payment of any fees asserted from the use of unsolicited resumes. If you are a recruiting agency or individual recruiter wishing to do business with Archer, please reach out to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:People@archer.com">People@archer.com</a>. All employment processes are managed by the Archer People Team.</div>

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