Headquartered in Silicon Valley, California, Archer is a leader in the next-gen aerospace sector building an end-to-end advanced air mobility platform that delivers air taxis, unmanned aircraft systems (“UAS”), aviation-related physical artificial intelligence (“AI”) solutions, and other technologies to customers worldwide across the commercial aerospace and defense sectors.
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Position Summary
We are seeking a Senior Flight Test Engineer to join our Flight Test and Operational Safety team in support of Halo and Thunder — Archer’s dual-use autonomous VTOL aircraft. This role will plan and execute ground and flight test campaigns, lead safety risk management activities, and mentor junior engineers as we advance Halo and Thunder toward first flight.
What You’ll Do
- Prepare development and Company ground and flight test plans supporting Halo and Thunder flight test campaigns
- Run flight test cards through sim with remote/ground control station operators and autonomy engineers for optimization
- Participate in all aspects of the Flight Test Safety Risk Management process
- Prepare test operating limitations and advisories in collaboration with the appropriate engineering disciplines
- Collaborate closely with engineering, certification, and quality teams to ensure test objectives are clearly defined and achieved
- Monitor and document test article configuration, maintenance activities, and modifications during Halo and Thunder test campaigns
- Participate in safety risk management activities and help maintain compliance with applicable safety standards
- Help maintain flight test instrumentation and data acquisition systems, supporting accurate data collection
What You Need
- Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Engineering, or a related field
- 4+ years of experience in flight test operations, aerospace testing, or a related technical role
- Experience with safety risk management processes related to flight testing or complex operational testing
- Proficiency in configuration management and planning/executing ground and flight tests within certification or military projects
- Proven experience leading multidisciplinary teams or organizations within a test or development environment
- Exceptional collaboration and interpersonal skills
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Please note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not include an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications.
At Archer, we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent with the skills and leadership needed to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that supports the Company’s strategy. For this position, we are targeting a base pay range of $120,400 - $165,600. Actual compensation offered will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Archer is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities, and those with sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants who may require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should provide their name and contact information to Archer’s People Team at [email protected]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.Skills Required
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Engineering, or a related field
- 4+ years of experience in flight test operations, aerospace testing, or a related technical role
- Experience with safety risk management processes for flight testing or complex operational testing
- Proficiency in configuration management and planning and executing ground and flight tests within certification or military projects
- Experience leading multidisciplinary teams or organizations in a test or development environment
- Exceptional collaboration and interpersonal skills
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Archer Aviation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Archer Aviation and has not been reviewed or approved by Archer Aviation.
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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.
