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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As a Electrical Engineer, Battery you will own hardware designs for Archer’s high voltage battery management system.

You will:

Lead design of BMS PCBAs, through their full lifecycle - including circuit simulation, schematic capture, layout, routing, reviews, manufacturing, and revisions
Work closely with mechanical and software teams, from the beginning of the design process, to ensure that our BMS hardware seamlessly integrates into the battery pack
Design circuits for diagnostic coverage, redundancy, and fault-tolerance - working closely with systems and safety teams to ensure that our BMS hardware meets safety goals
Own PCBA bring-up and verification, working hands-on with lab equipment to check that the design functions across all operating conditions and fault injection cases
Support software development related to new circuits and revisions, updating and authoring interface documents as needed
Coordinate builds with PM team, DFM team, supply chain team, and quality team
Support production & manufacturing needs, including design-for-test, root-cause analysis of failures, component traceability, and build process development
Work with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth integration of the battery pack with other electrical systems on the aircraft
Work with BMS integration, software, and controls engineers to facilitate hardware fault injection tests on HILs and packs

What You Need:

BS or MS degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related field
1+ years of experience designing and verifying complex electrical circuits
Experience with high voltage battery systems and BMS electronics
Experienced in Altium Designer and circuit simulation tools such as LTSpice
Detailed knowledge of PCB design rules including IPC-610 / 2221 / 2222
Excellent organizational, communication, and troubleshooting skills

Bonus Qualifications:

Experience designing for HV battery systems in both aviation and automotive contexts
Layout experience with both flexible and rigid board stackups
Experience with new product development in regulated industries (e.g., aviation, medical devices)
Experience with DO-160G, ISO 26262, or related standards
Experience designing to industry standards for electromagnetic emissions and susceptibility

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 that possess the skills and leadership necessary to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that supports the Company’s business strategy. For this position we are targeting a base pay between 144,000 - 185,000 Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as 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.

Information collected and processed as part of any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Archer's Candidate Privacy Policy.

Certain positions may be eligible for visa sponsorship.

Archer is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Archer Aviation does not engage with external recruiting agencies/individual recruiters with whom it does not have a prior written agreement. Archer reserves the right to make use of any unsolicited resumes that it receives and bears no responsibility for payment of any fees asserted from the use of unsolicited resumes. If you are a recruiting agency or individual recruiter wishing to do business with Archer, please reach out to [email protected]. All employment processes are managed by the Archer People Team.

About the company

Archer designs and develops electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for urban transport. Its eVTOLs use electric propulsion to take off and land vertically, enabling compact, city-friendly air mobility that can serve urban commuters and feed into air taxi networks. The company sells its aircraft directly and may in the future generate revenue from air taxi services or related operations, blending aircraft sales with service fees. Archer differentiates itself by focusing on the urban air mobility market and pursuing a direct-sales approach paired with potential operation services, aiming to partner with city planners and transportation networks to integrate eco-friendly, on-demand urban transport. The goal is to advance sustainable, city-centered air mobility and help cities reduce congestion and pollution by offering practical, electric aerial transit.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

San Jose, California

Founded

2020

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What believers are saying

Archer completed July 30, 2026 Salinas-to-Monterey flights, validating city-to-city operations.
August 2026 L.A. LIVE exclusive vertiport deal anchors LA28 visibility and infrastructure.
The Pentagon still values Archer’s $142 million Air Force contract and hybrid defense pivot.

What critics are saying

Joby’s September 2026 trade-secrets case survived, prolonging legal distraction and discovery costs.
Midnight still lacks FAA type certification, so 2026 passenger service remains unproven.
If certification or eIPP slips, Archer burns cash against $2.785 billion accumulated losses.

What makes Archer unique

Boeing’s August 2026 deal gives Archer Wisk, Insitu, SkyGrid, and Boeing backing.
Archer closed FAA Phase 3 first and received 100% Means of Compliance acceptance.
Its golden manufacturing line links Silicon Valley learning directly to Georgia production ramp.

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Yahoo Finance

Oct 26th, 2026

Archer Aviation stock is down nearly 50% this year: three risks behind the $284.2M quarterly loss

Archer Aviation, a maker of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, faces several risks despite Wall Street's optimism. Its stock is down nearly 50% this year, while the average analyst price target is $10.89, roughly $7 above its current price. The company's Midnight aircraft still awaits Federal Aviation Administration certification for full commercial passenger service. Archer is also in a patent dispute with Vertical Aerospace, which countersued on October 6. Archer reported $5 million in second-quarter revenue, against none a year earlier. Its losses grew to $284.2 million, and it often issues shares to fund operations, diluting existing holders. Rivals such as Joby Aviation and EHang are also advancing; EHang has already won approval in China.

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Oct 23rd, 2026

Archer plans Texas air taxi networks in Houston, Dallas and Austin, cutting drives to 10–20 minutes

Archer Aviation (NYSE: ACHR) has unveiled plans for air taxi networks in Austin, Dallas–Fort Worth and Houston. The company says its all-electric Midnight aircraft could turn 60–90 minute drives into 10–20 minute flights across the Texas Triangle, home to more than 20 million people. The Dallas–Fort Worth network would link major airports to business hubs such as Frisco Station, in partnership with Hillwood. Houston's would connect its airports to downtown and Galveston, while Austin's would link its airports to the helipad at the Circuit of the Americas. Archer plans operations under the White House's eVTOL Integration Pilot Program. It is displaying Midnight at the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix in Austin from October 22 to 25.

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Oct 19th, 2026

Archer Aviation could hit $506M revenue by 2028, but spending may still outpace it

Archer Aviation (NYSE: ACHR) could more than triple its revenue by the end of 2028, according to one analyst view. Analysts expect about $506 million, up from roughly $7 million over the last 12 months. The company's Midnight aircraft can fly but still lacks the FAA approval needed for full-scale commercial passenger operations. Several deals could drive growth. Archer plans to buy three Boeing subsidiaries, including a profitable drone business with more than $200 million in annual revenue. It also supplies electric powertrains for Anduril's Omen aircraft, and the United Arab Emirates has committed to buy 50 Omen systems. Even so, $500 million may not cover costs. Archer's operating expenses last quarter were about $284 million.

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Oct 17th, 2026

Cathie Wood's ARK buys $12.1M of Archer Aviation as shares fall 46% this year

ARK Invest, led by Cathie Wood, bought 2,566,731 shares of Archer Aviation on October 4, worth about $12.1 million at that day's closing price. The shares were bought by its Autonomous Technology & Robotics ETF and Space Exploration & Innovation ETF. Archer's stock has fallen 26% in the past month and 46% this year. The company, which has a market cap of $3.6 billion, is developing Midnight, an electric air taxi with vertical takeoff and landing. In the second quarter, Archer's revenue rose to $5.0 million from $1.6 million in the first quarter, but net loss was $263.2 million. It ended the quarter with $1.56 billion in cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments. Of 10 analysts covering the stock, five rate it a "Strong Buy." The average target price is $10.40.

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Oct 11th, 2026

Barclays' military focus on Archer Aviation meets patent fight; fair value $10.61

Barclays began analyst coverage of Archer Aviation in October 2026 with a favourable view. It pointed to the company's military work and operational strengths as key drivers of its Midnight electric aircraft programme. Archer is also in a patent dispute with Vertical Aerospace over alleged infringement tied to Midnight. The new counterclaim adds legal uncertainty, though it looks more like an overhang than a change to certification and deployment milestones. The bull case rests on Midnight winning FAA certification and starting operations. September's city-to-city Midnight flights in Northern California were a step in that direction. Simply Wall St's narrative projects $716.0 million in revenue and $62.9 million in earnings by 2029. It puts fair value at $10.61, 114% above the current price.

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Information collected and processed as part of any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Archer's Candidate Privacy Policy.

Certain positions may be eligible for visa sponsorship.

About the company

Get referred to Archer

Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

What critics are saying

What makes Archer unique

Benefits

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

1 year growth

2 year growth