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Archer Aviation

Location:
United States, San Jose

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

122000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

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.

Job Responsibility:

Design and develop in-house software for automated test systems across platforms, including powertrain HIL systems, high-voltage engine simulators, and test equipment for power electronics and mechanical components
Build and maintain high-speed data acquisition systems with integrated fault detection using Python libraries (NumPy, SciPy, matplotlib, pandas)
Develop intuitive test interfaces using Python and PySide/PyQt
Create robust data processing pipelines
Analyze test data and generate clear, actionable reports to support engineering decisions
Manage test code with Git and implement CI/CD pipelines for test automation
Support and enhance National Instruments-based systems (VeriStand, PXI, etc.)
Develop and deploy real-time test software on Linux platforms
Train and mentor lab technicians on test systems and troubleshooting

Requirements:

B.Sc in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Science, or a related field
4+ years of experience in hardware test automation
Expert-level proficiency in Python, particularly for hardware-focused applications
Experience with PySide or PyQt for GUI development
Strong background in Linux environments
Experience with high-speed data acquisition systems
Proficiency with Git version control
Solid understanding of both electrical and mechanical systems
Experience with or willingness to learn NI hardware and software (e.g., VeriStand, PXI)
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Familiarity with communication protocols such as CAN bus, XCP, UDP, and Modbus

Nice to have:

Knowledge of HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) testing methodologies
Understanding of safety-critical system testing requirements
Experience with Python testing frameworks (pytest, unittest)
Experience with real-time Linux systems
Familiarity with SQL and database integration for test data

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 06, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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