Staff Systems Engineer, Aircraft Systems Integration

Job Description

Archer Aviation is seeking a Staff Systems Engineer to lead integration efforts for its eVTOL aircraft. This role focuses on hands-on integration and problem-solving, not system requirements or verification. The engineer will leverage their understanding of aircraft systems to plan, execute, and troubleshoot integration efforts, providing feedback to system/SW teams and ensuring continuity of integration learnings to prototype aircraft functional testing. They will also collaborate on process and infrastructure improvements for integrated labs.Role involves:

• Leading cross-functional planning and execution of eVTOL aircraft integration.
• Troubleshooting issues found during integration and verification.
• Collaborating with system/SW teams on issue resolution.
• Ensuring continuity of integration learnings to prototype aircraft functional testing.
• Collaborating with lab staff on continuous process and infrastructure improvements.

Requirements:

• BS/MS in mechanical, aerospace, electrical, systems, or controls engineering.
• 8+ years of experience in complex systems (aircraft or automotive).
• In-depth knowledge in powertrain (preferred), flight controls, or avionics.
• Strong troubleshooting and collaboration skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience with programming languages (e.g., Python).
• Experience with Model-Based Design using tools (e.g., Matlab/Simulink).

Role offers:

• A chance to work on cutting-edge eVTOL technology.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Opportunity to lead integration efforts across multiple systems.