Sr. Systems Engineer at Archer

San Jose, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
AerospaceIndustries

Requirements

  • 5+ years of engineering experience on aerospace projects with significant software and complex hardware
  • BS, MS, or PhD in systems engineering, electrical engineering, general engineering, computer engineering, or a comparable degree
  • Proven expertise in SAE ARP4754 and ARP4761 processes or similar standards
  • Experience working with RTCA DO-178 and DO-254
  • Experience with Polarion or other requirements management tools
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills
  • Demonstrate exceptional critical thinking skills and engineering judgment

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with various engineering disciplines to design high-reliability, safety-critical systems for aircraft design
  • Lead a cross-functional team to conduct operational and functional analysis
  • Lead a cross-functional team to define and decompose system requirements with traceability through overall system architecture
  • Lead a cross-functional team to develop robust system/subsystem architectures along with interface definition
  • Lead a cross-functional team to define and manage technical/programmatic performance measures (i.e. cost, weight, performance objectives)
  • Lead a cross-functional team to enable full system safety compliance to the appropriate regulations
  • Work with various technical disciplines to develop verification plans, support verification/test planning, and conduct to demonstrate compliance with system requirements
  • Coordinate with regulators and DERs on the development and review of certification substantiation artifacts
  • Work closely with the chief engineer to ensure the product meets desired business and certification requirements

Skills

Systems Engineering
SAE ARP4754
SAE ARP4761
Requirements Decomposition
System Architecture
Interface Definition
System Safety
Verification Planning
Certification Compliance
Aerospace
Software Engineering
Hardware Engineering
RTCA DO

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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