Archer56

Sr. Lab Test Engineer

San Jose, California, United States · Senior

No sponsorship$130k-$158kDetected 20 days ago

PythonData AnalysisSystems EngineeringTest AutomationLeadershipCommunication

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

Utilize lab test equipment and Archer's simulation environment to set up test cases, validate system requirements, and investigate issues
Lead collaborative efforts with aircraft system engineers to develop test plans and procedures
Integrate new capabilities in the labs, develop design verification test procedures, and verify functionality
Feedback issues found during integrated lab testing to respective system and software teams, and collaborate on resolution and subsequent verification
Occasional support of on-aircraft functional test and troubleshooting activities, including off-site support at Salinas, CA
Support integrated lab test scheduling coordination
Develop and maintain integrated test lab operating procedures
Ability to quickly interpret wiring diagrams and perform hands-on electrical troubleshooting

Requirements

If you are a recruiting agency or individual recruiter wishing to do business with Archer, please reach out to People@archer.com.

Nice to have

Experience with HIL and/or real-time simulation environments
Proficiency in Python for test automation and data processing
Experience with fly-by-wire systems or high-voltage powertrain systems
Experience maintaining and operating aircraft
General aviation pilot certificate or equivalent flight 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.
Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Compensation

For this position we are targeting a base pay between $130,000 - $158,000.

Company info

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 100 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.
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 100 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.
Direct and coordinate integrated lab operations from pre-test preparation through execution, serving as the focal for test sequencing, anomaly response, and troubleshooting efforts
What you need:
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Systems Engineering, or related field
6+ years of experience in aircraft system integration and test, or related field
Demonstrated experience leading or directing test operations, including briefing crews, managing anomalies, and making real-time execution decisions
Technical understanding of test equipment (oscilloscopes, meters, sensors) and their applicable use in a lab and aircraft test environment
Proficiency with data analysis tools for aircraft and system troubleshooting
Holistic understanding of aircraft systems and their impact on higher-level vehicle capability
Familiarity with communication protocols including CAN, A429, and serial/Ethernet interfaces
Comfortable working on and around aircraft in both lab and flight line environments
Ability to travel as required, including periodic off-site support
Strong technical, written, and verbal communication skills
We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise.

Visa & Work Authorization

Archer is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position at the present time.

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