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Lead BMS Hardware Verification Engineer

Archer Aviation Inc.San Jose, California, United States
On-site Full-time $150K/yr - $208K/yr

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Qualifications

To thrive in this role, you should possess:A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related field. Significant experience in hardware verification and validation, particularly in aerospace or automotive applications. Proficiency in developing test plans and executing verification methodologies. Familiarity with certification processes and standards applicable to eVTOL aircraft. Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

About the job

At Archer, we are pioneering the future of sustainable air mobility with our innovative all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, designed to transport four passengers quietly and efficiently. Headquartered in San Jose, California, we are on a mission to revolutionize urban transportation while minimizing our environmental footprint.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that empowers every team member. Our belief is that varied perspectives ignite creativity, enhance insights, and drive our collective success. Join us as we work together to achieve remarkable things.

What You'll Do:

As a Staff BMS Hardware Verification Engineer, you will take the lead in the comprehensive verification and validation of Archer’s cutting-edge Battery Management System (BMS) electronics. Your role will ensure that our hardware, sensing, and control circuits fulfill the rigorous safety, reliability, and certification standards essential for eVTOL aircraft. You will create and implement hardware verification plans, design and automate test environments, conduct environmental and functional assessments, and compile certification evidence demonstrating compliance with FAA and industry standards such as DO-160G, DO-254, and ARP4754A. Your contributions will be vital to the certification and safe operation of our battery systems, which are integral to the next generation of urban air mobility.

  • Lead the verification and validation (V&V) processes for the Battery Management System (BMS) electronics utilized in Archer’s high-voltage battery packs.
  • Create detailed hardware verification plans, test procedures, and traceability matrices that align with system and certification requirements (DO-160G, DO-254, ARP4754A).
  • Establish test methodologies for environmental, functional, and safety verification of BMS printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) and associated sensing electronics.
  • Collaborate with systems, design, and certification engineering teams to extract verification requirements from system design documentation and certification plans.
  • Design, construct, and automate hardware test setups, including instrumentation, data acquisition systems, power supplies, CAN interfaces, and fault-injection mechanisms.
  • Execute and document test campaigns at the component, subsystem, and integrated aircraft levels to validate compliance with FAA airworthiness standards.
  • Generate comprehensive test reports and assist with certification deliverables, including compliance matrices and traceability documentation.

About Archer Aviation Inc.

Archer Aviation Inc. is at the forefront of transforming urban air mobility through innovative aerospace technology. Our all-electric aircraft is designed to provide a quiet, efficient, and sustainable transport solution for urban environments. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity and encourages innovation.

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