<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>We are developing the technologies and aircraft to power the future of advanced aviation. We plan to provide customers with advanced aircraft and. related technologies and services in the United States and internationally in both the commercial and defense sectors. We unveiled our first planned production aircraft, an electric vertical take-off and landing (“eVTOL”) air taxi, called Midnight, in November 2022. In December 2024, we launched Archer Defense, to develop a next-generation aircraft for both defense and civilian applications. We are first and foremost working to commercialize our Midnight air taxi in and around major cities around the world.Our strategy has been and continues to be to hire top talent across various disciplines to build the best products and deliver the best services possible. We believe we have assembled a world-class team with extensive experience across the key disciplines. We embrace collaboration and creativity and encourage the iteration of ideas to address the complex challenges our industry faces. We believe our team and culture differentiates us versus our competitors and will be a key driver of our long-term success. Furthermore, we are committed to making safety a part of everything we do. Our approach to safety is a part of every aspect of our company, from design and engineering to our manufacturing, flight test, and aircraft operations..We are seeking a Sr. Staff People Systems Analyst (Sr. Staff HRIS Analyst) who responsible for Archer Aviation’s Workday HCM platform strategy, architecture, and execution. This is a hands-on role that partners with the HR Operations team and business stakeholders to deliver scalable, efficient, and compliant HR technology solutions.This role will drive the HR technology roadmap, support Workday HCM, Time Tracking, Benefits, and Absence modules, and ensure our systems and processes meet business needs. The analyst will lead continuous process improvement initiatives, vendor evaluations, change management efforts, and governance, while championing efficiency, automation, and scalability. What you’ll do: System Strategy &amp; Execution<ul><ul><li>Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of Workday HCM, Time Tracking, Benefits, and Absence modules, as well as related HR systems.</li><li>Translate HR business objectives into Workday solutions with clear scope, deliverables, timelines, resources, and success measures.</li><li>Partner with HR leadership to create and execute a scalable HR technology roadmap and governance structure, ensuring alignment with company strategy.</li></ul></ul>Operational Excellence<ul><ul><li>Oversee day-to-day operations, configuration, and support for Workday and related systems (e.g., Greenhouse, other HR platforms).</li><li>Act as subject matter expert (SME) for HCM, Adv. Comp, Benefits, Absence, and Time Tracking, supporting complex data management, workflows, and reporting.</li><li>Partner with HR and Payroll teams on process improvements and ensure system configuration supports business needs.</li><li>Stay current on Workday releases, evaluate new features, and implement relevant enhancements to improve functionality and user experience.</li></ul></ul>Process Optimization &amp; Best Practices<ul><ul><li>Serve as a trusted advisor on HR process optimization, automation, and standardization while balancing business flexibility needs.</li><li>Drive adoption of HR technology best practices and ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with internal policies.</li><li>Provide cross-functional expertise and Workday knowledge to HR, Payroll, Finance, and IT stakeholders.</li></ul></ul>Compliance &amp; SOX Controls<ul><ul><li>Ensure all Workday system changes follow SOX control requirements, including proper documentation, peer reviews, approvals, and controlled migrations.</li><li>Participate in internal and external audits, provide evidence of compliance, and remediate any identified gaps.</li><li>Maintain access control and security configuration in line with segregation-of-duties requirements.</li></ul></ul>Reporting &amp; Analytics<ul><ul><li>Develop, maintain, and optimize advanced Workday reports and dashboards for HR, Finance, and business leaders.</li><li>Support compliance reporting, regulatory filings, and ad-hoc data requests.</li></ul></ul> What you need:<ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems, Human Resources, or related field.</li><li>15+ years of global HRIS experience, with deep hands-on expertise in Workday HCM, Adv Comp, Benefits, Absence, and Time Tracking (Payroll experience strongly preferred).</li><li>Proven ability to lead Workday implementations, upgrades, and configurations with a focus on user experience and scalability.</li><li>Strong technical problem-solving and project management skills, with ability to balance strategic and tactical priorities.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to partner with HR, Payroll, Finance, and IT teams to drive adoption and deliver value.</li><li>Expertise in data integrity, security, testing of system changes, report writing, and process improvement.</li><li>Familiarity with SOX compliance and HR system change control requirements.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with ability to influence at all levels.</li><li>Highly organized, collaborative, and process-oriented approach to work in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Workday certifications in HCM, Benefits, Time Tracking, and Absence strongly preferred; Compensation certification is a plus.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities</li><li>A proactive attitude and a willingness to learn and adapt quickly</li></ul>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 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 $163,000 - $204,000. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws. By applying, you agree to be bound by our <a href="https://archer.com/legal/personnel-candidate-privacy-policy">candidate privacy policy</a>.Archer is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities, and those with sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants who may require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should provide their name and contact information to Archer’s People Team at <a href="mailto:people@archer.com">people@archer.com</a>. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. <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.

Sr. Staff, People Systems Analyst

<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>We are developing the technologies and aircraft to power the future of advanced aviation. We plan to provide customers with advanced aircraft and. related technologies and services in the United States and internationally in both the commercial and defense sectors. We unveiled our first planned production aircraft, an electric vertical take-off and landing (“eVTOL”) air taxi, called Midnight, in November 2022. In December 2024, we launched Archer Defense, to develop a next-generation aircraft for both defense and civilian applications. We are first and foremost working to commercialize our Midnight air taxi in and around major cities around the world.Our strategy has been and continues to be to hire top talent across various disciplines to build the best products and deliver the best services possible. We believe we have assembled a world-class team with extensive experience across the key disciplines. We embrace collaboration and creativity and encourage the iteration of ideas to address the complex challenges our industry faces. We believe our team and culture differentiates us versus our competitors and will be a key driver of our long-term success. Furthermore, we are committed to making safety a part of everything we do. Our approach to safety is a part of every aspect of our company, from design and engineering to our manufacturing, flight test, and aircraft operations..We are seeking a Sr. Staff People Systems Analyst (Sr. Staff HRIS Analyst) who responsible for Archer Aviation’s Workday HCM platform strategy, architecture, and execution. This is a hands-on role that partners with the HR Operations team and business stakeholders to deliver scalable, efficient, and compliant HR technology solutions.This role will drive the HR technology roadmap, support Workday HCM, Time Tracking, Benefits, and Absence modules, and ensure our systems and processes meet business needs. The analyst will lead continuous process improvement initiatives, vendor evaluations, change management efforts, and governance, while championing efficiency, automation, and scalability.&nbsp;What you’ll do:&nbsp;System Strategy &amp; Execution<ul><ul><li>Lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of Workday HCM, Time Tracking, Benefits, and Absence modules, as well as related HR systems.</li><li>Translate HR business objectives into Workday solutions with clear scope, deliverables, timelines, resources, and success measures.</li><li>Partner with HR leadership to create and execute a scalable HR technology roadmap and governance structure, ensuring alignment with company strategy.</li></ul></ul>Operational Excellence<ul><ul><li>Oversee day-to-day operations, configuration, and support for Workday and related systems (e.g., Greenhouse, other HR platforms).</li><li>Act as subject matter expert (SME) for HCM, Adv. Comp, Benefits, Absence, and Time Tracking, supporting complex data management, workflows, and reporting.</li><li>Partner with HR and Payroll teams on process improvements and ensure system configuration supports business needs.</li><li>Stay current on Workday releases, evaluate new features, and implement relevant enhancements to improve functionality and user experience.</li></ul></ul>Process Optimization &amp; Best Practices<ul><ul><li>Serve as a trusted advisor on HR process optimization, automation, and standardization while balancing business flexibility needs.</li><li>Drive adoption of HR technology best practices and ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with internal policies.</li><li>Provide cross-functional expertise and Workday knowledge to HR, Payroll, Finance, and IT stakeholders.</li></ul></ul>Compliance &amp; SOX Controls<ul><ul><li>Ensure all Workday system changes follow SOX control requirements, including proper documentation, peer reviews, approvals, and controlled migrations.</li><li>Participate in internal and external audits, provide evidence of compliance, and remediate any identified gaps.</li><li>Maintain access control and security configuration in line with segregation-of-duties requirements.</li></ul></ul>Reporting &amp; Analytics<ul><ul><li>Develop, maintain, and optimize advanced Workday reports and dashboards for HR, Finance, and business leaders.</li><li>Support compliance reporting, regulatory filings, and ad-hoc data requests.</li></ul></ul>&nbsp;What you need:<ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree in Information Systems, Human Resources, or related field.</li><li>15+ years of global HRIS experience, with deep hands-on expertise in Workday HCM, Adv Comp, Benefits, Absence, and Time Tracking (Payroll experience strongly preferred).</li><li>Proven ability to lead Workday implementations, upgrades, and configurations with a focus on user experience and scalability.</li><li>Strong technical problem-solving and project management skills, with ability to balance strategic and tactical priorities.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to partner with HR, Payroll, Finance, and IT teams to drive adoption and deliver value.</li><li>Expertise in data integrity, security, testing of system changes, report writing, and process improvement.</li><li>Familiarity with SOX compliance and HR system change control requirements.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with ability to influence at all levels.</li><li>Highly organized, collaborative, and process-oriented approach to work in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Workday certifications in HCM, Benefits, Time Tracking, and Absence strongly preferred; Compensation certification is a plus.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities</li><li>A proactive attitude and a willingness to learn and adapt quickly</li></ul>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 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 $163,000 - $204,000. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, uniform service, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic per federal, state, or local law, including those with a criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.&nbsp;By applying, you agree to be bound by our <a href="https://archer.com/legal/personnel-candidate-privacy-policy">candidate privacy policy</a>.Archer is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities, and those with sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants who may require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should provide their name and contact information to Archer’s People Team at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:people@archer.com">people@archer.com</a>. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.&nbsp;<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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