Sr Test Engineer, Flight Controls System Job at Archer Aviation (San Jose)

Sr. Manager, Vehicle Management System

You will be responsible for developing and overseeing engineers responsible for ...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

224640.00 - 280800.00 USD / Year

Archer Aviation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years of experience in a related field
Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace or related field
Experience leading technical teams or projects
Experience developing requirements specifications for control systems
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement full time critical systems
Good understanding of computer architecture, embedded software, communication standards and protocols (RS-422/485, ARINC-429, CAN-FD, Ethernet, TCP/IP etc…)
Experience with all phases of aircraft development from concept to certification and entry into service
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Experience with Agile/SCRUM methodologies
Experience with continuous integration/continuous testing

Job Responsibility

Build, lead, and mentor a multi-disciplinary team responsible for the development of the Vehicle Management System
Define roadmaps, schedules and budgets, organize and prioritize the work, track and communicate progress
Propose and evaluate architecture concepts, perform trade-off analyses, and develop the fly-by-wire vehicle management system functional and physical architectures
Define and validate the system, subsystems, and items requirements, define and execute the development plan, verification plan and procedures
Contribute to the integration and test of the system, support aircraft integration and flight test campaigns
Work closely with suppliers to select, procure, design and build components for the system

Fulltime

Sr. Staff System Engineer, Flight-by-Wire

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-ele...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

257500.00 - 270375.00 USD / Year

Archer Aviation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, or a related field
10 years of experience with Fly-by-Wire system development and certification
6 years of experience on aircraft development and certification in multiple countries with different certification authorities in 3 different jurisdictions and working with international suppliers, customers, and regulatory authorities
Knowledge of SAE ARP-4754A, DO-178C, DO-254 aerospace standards
Skilled with aircraft certification projects with international authorities including FAA or EASA or TCCA or ANAC or CASA or DGCA or CAAC
Willing to travel internationally 20% of the time

Job Responsibility

Conduct discipline and systems engineering activities for the development and certification of advanced fly-by-wire (FBW) flight control systems
Manage complex system requirements across multiple architectural levels (system, subsystem, and equipment) throughout the complete product lifecycle, from concept through end-of-life
Provide technical leadership and oversight to international suppliers in developing lower level requirement sets
Lead comprehensive laboratory testing activities, including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and integrated system testing, and supporting critical flight test operations that may be witnessed by various international certification authorities
Conduct sophisticated system analysis using simulation, laboratory, and flight test data to evaluate performance against requirements
Lead problem investigation and root cause analysis for issues across international markets
Develop comprehensive certification documentation, including test procedures, compliance matrices, and safety assessments for multiple regulatory frameworks

Fulltime

Sr Systems Safety Engineer

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-ele...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

144000.00 - 198000.00 USD / Year

Archer Aviation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

BS, MS, or PhD in engineering or a related technical degree
5+ years experience as System Safety Engineer
Experience with all types of systems commonly used in particular Flight Controls and Powertrain systems
Experience with all phases of aircraft development from concept to entry into service
Experience performing all types of safety analyses commonly used in civil and military aviation
Experience creating, validating, and verifying aircraft and system-level safety requirements
Experience being personally accountable for one or more safety activities on a civil and military aircraft certification program
Experience developing and executing test plans in a simulation environment
Detailed understanding of civil and military aviation standards, practices, and regulations

Job Responsibility

Collaborate with various engineering disciplines to design high-reliability, safety-critical systems for a hybrid/electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft
Take ownership of the safety requirements and safety assessments of one or more vehicle systems, including Flight Controls and Powertrain systems
Participate in or perform one or more vehicle-level installation safety or other common cause analyses
Participate in the definition of safety requirements and safety assessments at the vehicle level
Represent System Safety in multi-disciplinary decision making and regulatory compliance activities under supervision of leadership
Contribute to the System Safety processes and work methods
Participate in regulatory compliance planning and demonstration activities under supervision of team leadership and the Certification and Test organization
Develop and execute test plans in a simulation lab environment
Perform Zonal Safety Inspections in the aircraft

Fulltime

Sr Lab Automation SW Engineer

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-ele...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

140000.00 - 180000.00 USD / Year

Archer Aviation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical, Computer Engineering, Aerospace engineering or related field
7+ years of experience in system-level test/ automation for complex embedded or aerospace systems
Strong programming skills in Python, C/C++, MATLAB/Simulink, or LabVIEW
Demonstrated experience automating HIL labs for safety-critical systems
Hands-on experience with simulation and test platforms (NI Veristand, dSpace)

Job Responsibility

Lead automation efforts for multiple integrated test environments and hardware-in-the-loop platforms
Define test strategies and automation roadmaps aligned with program milestones
Develop, and maintain scalable automated test frameworks
Develop automated test sequences covering flight controls, actuation, electric engine and high voltage systems
Integrate automated sequences into real-time simulation environment
Establish regression testing, automated reporting, and data analysis pipelines
Integrate CI/CD concepts into testing

Fulltime

Sr. Battery Test Engineer

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-ele...

Location

United States , San Jose

Salary:

144000.00 - 189000.00 USD / Year

Archer Aviation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

BS in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
8+ years of experience in a battery design, testing environment, or equipment design
Experience testing Battery Pack Electrically & Mechanically
Experience with high voltage systems: cars, aircraft, etc.
Experience with LabVIEW
Experience with a wide variety of DAQ systems (National Instruments is a plus)
Experience with MATLAB and Python
Demonstrated project execution experience
Demonstrated knowledge of hands-on experience with electrical & mechanical systems
Positive can-do attitude

Job Responsibility

Perform Electrical & Environmental testing of prototype and certified batteries for the eVTOL aircraft
Collaborate with teams across the company to develop test plans and execute on those plans for flight critical hardware
Perform Acceptance Testing on Modules,Battery Packs, and Charge Port Assemblies
Design sub-scale test rigs for mechanical and environmental tests requiring pcba/hardware and software development
Design and deploy custom test equipment and controllers
Design bespoke test equipment and test automation software to support cross functional battery R&D testing
Mechanical design of test rigs in NX CAD software
Development of LabVIEW, Python, and other test development tools
Analyze test data and share with engineering teams
Develop automated test equipment as needed

Fulltime

Sr. Aero Mechanical Engineer - Design

Sr. Aeromechanical Engineers work to solve the nation's hardest problems through...

Location

United States , Tampa

Salary:

Not provided

AEVEX Aerospace

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Active Top Secret DoD clearance preferred
U.S. Citizenship required
Demonstrated competence in Mechanical Engineering processes and design/analysis tools
Demonstrated competence in solving Mechanics & Kinematics problems
Demonstrated competence in solving Thermodynamics problems
Experienced in successfully designing mil-y electronics products
Demonstrated understanding of metallic, plastic, and composite material properties
Demonstrated ability to solve basic structural dynamics problems
Proficiency in SolidWorks, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is required
Demonstrated understanding of industry design and documentation standards (GD&T, ASME, Change Control, etc.)

Job Responsibility

Senior role within the engineering team that helps lead in the design and development of UAS products and subsystems
Opportunity to build and tests prototype systems to validate designs
Have decision-making abilities for design challenges and coordination with multidisciplinary engineering groups
Performance of all vehicle designs from initial concept to complete production-ready design
Conduct presentations (Formal and Informal) on designs
Uses scientific and engineering principles to assess deficiencies in any given design and the impact of potential changes
Makes complex decisions to meet stated and derived requirements
Complete assigned tasks within the project schedule and budget
Provide guidance and mentorship to others in both their discipline and company values
Conduct FEA and CFD simulation analysis on aircraft and powerplants Design airframes and other aeromechanical parts

What we offer

401(k)-retirement plan
comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company
professional development funds
an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support

Fulltime

Receptionist

We are looking for a detail-oriented Receptionist to join our team in Miami, Flo...

Location

United States , Miami

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Proficiency in using a multi-line phone system for managing calls
Strong customer service skills with the ability to handle inquiries professionally
Experience in data entry with attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to communicate effectively through email correspondence
Excellent interpersonal skills to interact with staff and visitors
Competence in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Word for administrative tasks
Organizational skills to manage files and maintain office order
Capability to schedule appointments and coordinate meetings efficiently

Job Responsibility

Oversee access to the office, ensuring security and proper protocols are followed
Manage the stocking and organization of supplies in the kitchens to maintain efficiency
Maintain the cleanliness and orderliness of the office environment to ensure a neat appearance
Handle incoming phone calls using a multi-line phone system, providing courteous and efficient service
Assist with scheduling appointments and coordinating meetings as needed
Perform accurate data entry tasks to support administrative functions
Organize and maintain files, ensuring easy accessibility and proper documentation
Communicate effectively via email to address inquiries and provide information
Execute various ad hoc projects and tasks as assigned to support office operations

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

Psychiatrist

Astrya Global, a San Diego–based medical staffing agency, is hiring Psychiatrist...

Location

United States , San Bernardino

Salary:

Not provided

Astrya Global

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Active CA licensure
Board certification
Active CA DEA
New graduates eligible

Job Responsibility

Evaluate and diagnose mental health disorders
Develop and implement treatment plans
See 15+ patients per day completing initial and follow up appointments
Prescribe and refill medications
Collaborate with up to 4 NPs as needed

What we offer

Malpractice Insurance
Weekly pay
Full-service credentialing and licensing department
Dedicated corporate travel team with airfare, car rental and hotel booking
Referral Bonus up to $5,000

Fulltime

Sr Test Engineer, Flight Controls System

Archer Aviation

Location:
United States , San Jose

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
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Job Posted:
March 10, 2026

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