About the job
Archer, based in San Jose, California, develops all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft designed for four passengers. The company is dedicated to advancing sustainable air mobility and reducing noise pollution through innovative aerospace solutions. Archer values ambitious goals and supports a diverse, inclusive workplace where every team member is respected.
Role overview
The Powertrain Platform Verification Engineer ensures the reliability and safety of critical platform software used in Archer’s aircraft. This position focuses on thorough testing and validation in line with industry certification standards, especially DO-178C.
Main responsibilities
- Verify and validate safety-critical platform software components according to DO-178C standards.
- Design and document detailed test plans, test cases, and procedures based on software requirements.
- Execute Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) tests to evaluate platform software algorithms and low-level drivers.
- Identify and track software defects using automated systems, collaborating with embedded developers to analyze root causes and verify fixes.
- Develop and maintain automated test scripts and frameworks in C/C++ and Python to enhance testing efficiency.
- Create and execute tests for software fault detection and diagnostic algorithms, covering a range of system faults and anomalies.
- Take part in software audits and reviews to ensure compliance with DO-178C certification requirements.

