Battery Test Engineer at Archer

San Jose, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Aerospace, eVTOLIndustries

Requirements

  • BS in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
  • 2-7 years of experience in a battery design or testing environment
  • Experience testing Battery Pack Electrically & Mechanically
  • Experience with high voltage systems: cars, aircraft, etc
  • Experience with reliability testing on high current power systems
  • Experience with a wide variety of DAQ systems
  • Experience with MATLAB and Python
  • Demonstrated project execution experience
  • Demonstrated knowledge of hands-on experience with electrical & mechanical systems
  • Positive can-do attitude

Responsibilities

  • Perform Environmental & Mechanical 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
  • Perform Shock & Vibration testing
  • Perform Humidity, Waterproofness, Fluid testing
  • Mechanical design of test rigs
  • Development of LabVIEW, Python, and other test development tools
  • Analyze test data and share with engineering teams
  • Develop automated test equipment as needed
  • Develop novel test procedures and execute testing
  • Create reports for submission to the FAA

Skills

Battery Testing
Environmental Testing
Mechanical Testing
Shock & Vibration Testing
LabVIEW
Python
MATLAB
DAQ Systems
High Voltage Systems
Test Automation
Test Rig Design
Data Analysis

Archer

Designs and develops electric vertical takeoff aircraft

About Archer

Archer designs and develops electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft aimed at transforming urban transportation. Their aircraft operate by taking off and landing vertically, which allows them to navigate congested city environments efficiently. Archer targets urban commuters, city planners, and transportation networks, offering eco-friendly solutions to improve urban mobility. Unlike traditional transportation methods, Archer's eVTOLs provide a sustainable alternative that reduces environmental impact. The company generates revenue through the sale of its aircraft and may also offer air taxi services in the future. Archer's goal is to lead the shift towards sustainable air mobility, making urban commuting more efficient and environmentally friendly.

Palo Alto, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2020Year Founded
$637.8MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Automotive & TransportationIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Performance Bonus

Risks

Regulatory challenges from FAA and DOT may delay operational plans.
Increased competition from companies like Joby Aviation could impact market share.
Reliance on strategic partnerships poses risks if expectations are not met.

Differentiation

Archer focuses on sustainable urban air mobility with all-electric eVTOL aircraft.
The company targets urban commuters with eco-friendly, time-saving air taxi services.
Archer's strategic partnerships enhance its market reach and operational capabilities.

Upsides

Archer secured $430M funding, strengthening its financial position for growth.
FAA approval for LA air taxi services positions Archer for urban mobility leadership.
Planned LA air mobility network could significantly reduce commuter travel times.

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