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.
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What You’ll Do:
As the manager for the BMS Hardware Team, you will drive development of Archer’s high voltage battery management system (BMS) and charge control unit (CCU).
You Will:
- Build and mentor a team of electrical engineers developing the BMS and CCU hardware.
- Guide architectural decisions and down-selection, to drive new hardware concepts to maturity.
- Make critical technical decisions balancing performance, safety, schedule, and certification constraints.
- Lead engineering design reviews and manage flight hardware releases.
- Guide cross-functional teams through hardware analysis projects (eg. WCCA, FMEA, PSSA) in support of safe flight and certification.
- Manage technical engagement with suppliers, partners, and certification authorities.
- Support the Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain teams during NPI & production ramp.
- Collaborate closely with program teams, to deliver high-quality hardware on schedule.
- Coordinate with integration and test teams during deployment across integrated test labs and aircraft.
What You Need:
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with 8+ years of experience in electrical system design for EV, aerospace, or similar high-reliability applications.
- 3+ years of demonstrated people management experience.
- Experience with high voltage battery systems and BMS electronics.
- Proven ability to lead teams through ambiguity and competing priorities.
- Strong technical communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Track record of developing engineering talent and building collaborative team culture.
Bonus Qualifications:
- Experience designing for HV battery systems in both aerospace and automotive contexts.
- Experience with new product development in regulated industries (e.g., aviation, medical devices).
- Experience with certification standards, DO-254, DO-160, AC 20-152A, ARP4754, or ISO 26262.
- Passion for aviation and eVTOLs
Skills Required
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering
- 8+ years experience in electrical system design for EV, aerospace, or similar high-reliability applications
- 3+ years of people management experience
- Experience with high voltage battery systems and BMS electronics
- Ability to make technical decisions balancing performance, safety, schedule, and certification constraints
- Experience leading hardware analysis and certification activities (WCCA, FMEA, PSSA)
- Strong technical communication and stakeholder management skills
- Track record of developing engineering talent and building collaborative team culture
- Experience designing for HV battery systems in aerospace and/or automotive contexts
- Experience with new product development in regulated industries (aviation, medical devices)
- Familiarity with certification standards (DO-254, DO-160, AC 20-152A, ARP4754, ISO 26262)
- Passion for aviation and eVTOLs
Archer Aviation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision, alongside HSA/FSA options and an Employee Assistance Program, forming a comprehensive base. Wellness activities and company-sponsored outings are additionally referenced.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off includes generous PTO, paid sick days, and paid holidays, with unlimited PTO noted for exempt employees. This breadth provides above-average flexibility for a hardware-focused environment.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Ownership opportunities include company equity, performance bonuses, and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a purchase discount. Equity is used to keep packages competitive in high-demand roles, creating meaningful upside potential.
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What We Do
Archer is an aerospace company building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft focused on improving mobility in cities. The company's mission is to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. Archer is designing, manufacturing, and operating a fully electric aircraft that can carry four passengers for 60 miles at speeds of up to 150mph while producing minimal noise. Archer's team is based in the San Francisco Bay Area.
