<div>Archer is an aerospace and defense company headquartered in San Jose, California, building the aircraft and technology that will define the next era of flight. The company works across air taxis, UAS, AI and powertrain development — building real-world systems that combine software intelligence with physical hardware. That includes Midnight, Archer's all-electric air taxi; Halo, an autonomous vertical takeoff and landing aircraft built for both commercial and defense use; and ZEE, Archer's AI foundation model built specifically for aviation. We’re seeking exceptional engineers, operators and builders to join us on our mission to build the future of aerospace and defense.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>What you’ll do: <ul><li>Prepare development, Company, and FAA Certification Ground and Flight test plans</li><li>Prepare Flight Test Cards and assemble flight decks for approval and use</li><li>Run flight decks in sims with flight crew for optimization</li><li>Participate in all aspects of the Flight Test Safety Risk Management process</li><li>Prepare test operating limitations and advisories in collaboration with the appropriate engineering disciplines</li><li>Mentor Jr. engineers in Flight Test processes</li><li>Collaborate closely with engineering, certification, and quality teams to ensure test objectives are clearly defined and achieved</li><li>Monitor and document test article configuration, maintenance activities, and modifications during test campaigns</li><li>Participate in safety risk management activities and help maintain compliance with applicable safety standards</li><li>Help maintain flight test instrumentation and data acquisition systems, supporting accurate data collection</li></ul>What you need:<ul><li>Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Engineering, or a related field</li><li>5+ years of experience in flight test operations, aerospace testing, or a related technical role</li><li>Strong knowledge of airworthiness certification flight test programs and regulatory requirements</li><li>Experience with safety risk management processes related to flight testing or complex operational testing</li><li>Proficiency in configuration management and planning/executing ground and flight tests within certification or military projects</li><li>Proven experience leading multidisciplinary teams or organizations within a test or development environment</li><li>Exceptional collaboration and interpersonal skills </li><li>Highly organized with an strong attention to detail</li><li>Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment</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 qualificationsAt 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 $150,000 - $190,000. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.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 people@archer.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. 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>.Certain positions may be eligible for visa sponsorship.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 Flight Test Engineer

<div>Archer is an aerospace and defense company headquartered in San Jose, California, building the aircraft and technology that will define the next era of flight. The company works across air taxis, UAS, AI and powertrain development — building real-world systems that combine software intelligence with physical hardware. That includes Midnight, Archer's all-electric air taxi; Halo, an autonomous vertical takeoff and landing aircraft built for both commercial and defense use; and ZEE, Archer's AI foundation model built specifically for aviation. We’re seeking exceptional engineers, operators and builders to join us on our mission to build the future of aerospace and defense.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>What you’ll do: <ul><li>Prepare development, Company, and FAA Certification Ground and Flight test plans</li><li>Prepare Flight Test Cards and assemble flight decks for approval and use</li><li>Run flight decks in sims with flight crew for optimization</li><li>Participate in all aspects of the Flight Test Safety Risk Management process</li><li>Prepare test operating limitations and advisories in collaboration with the appropriate engineering disciplines</li><li>Mentor Jr. engineers in Flight Test processes</li><li>Collaborate closely with engineering, certification, and quality teams to ensure test objectives are clearly defined and achieved</li><li>Monitor and document test article configuration, maintenance activities, and modifications during test campaigns</li><li>Participate in safety risk management activities and help maintain compliance with applicable safety standards</li><li>Help maintain flight test instrumentation and data acquisition systems, supporting accurate data collection</li></ul>What you need:<ul><li>Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Engineering, or a related field</li><li>5+ years of experience in flight test operations, aerospace testing, or a related technical role</li><li>Strong knowledge of airworthiness certification flight test programs and regulatory requirements</li><li>Experience with safety risk management processes related to flight testing or complex operational testing</li><li>Proficiency in configuration management and planning/executing ground and flight tests within certification or military projects</li><li>Proven experience leading multidisciplinary teams or organizations within a test or development environment</li><li>Exceptional collaboration and interpersonal skills </li><li>Highly organized with an strong attention to detail</li><li>Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment</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 qualificationsAt 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 $150,000 - $190,000. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.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 people@archer.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. 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>.Certain positions may be eligible for visa sponsorship.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>

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