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Full-Time

Staff Certification Engineer

Electric Propulsion

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Archer

Archer

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft

Automotive & Transportation
Hardware
Energy
Social Impact
Aerospace

Compensation Overview

$151.7k - $189.6kAnnually

Expert

San Jose, CA, USA

Category
Propulsion
Research & Development
Aerospace Engineering
Requirements
  • 10 years of experience in aerospace engineering roles, including at least 5 years of experience in civil aviation certification programs
  • First-hand experience preparing Certification Engineering deliverables (e.g. Means of Compliance, Certification Plans, Issue Paper responses)
  • First-hand experience interacting with civil aviation regulators as a certification applicant
  • In-depth knowledge of one or more civil aviation regulation standards (e.g. 14 CFR Parts 23, 25, 27, or 29)
  • In-depth knowledge of the FAA certification process
  • Expert written and verbal technical communication
  • General knowledge of civil aircraft development and all associated Engineering disciplines
  • Ability to lead and coordinate content creation and issue resolution involving diverse groups of technical experts
  • Degree in Engineering or equivalent field
Responsibilities
  • Preparing and updating Archer Certification Engineering deliverables (e.g. Certification Plans, Test Plans)
  • Leading the resolution and response to regulatory issues (e.g. Issue Papers) including coordinating with the affected engineering disciplines to investigate and resolve the issues and drafting or reviewing Archer technical positions and responses
  • Overseeing and reviewing compliance deliverables prepared within the High-Voltage Power System and Electric Engine departments, ensuring quality and consistency in Archer’s certification data
  • Participating in in-person or virtual meetings with regulatory authorities presenting Archer technical positions and negotiating issue resolution

Archer is developing electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft for urban air mobility networks, with a focus on innovating in powertrain technologies to enable the commercialization of eVTOL aircraft. The company is building a proprietary electric powertrain system that is significantly more power dense and higher efficiency than what is in the market today, while maintaining a long service life.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$2.4B

Headquarters

Palo Alto, California

Founded

2020

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

14%

2 year growth

57%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Archer's collaboration with Southwest Airlines and other major partners could lead to widespread adoption of eVTOL technology, revolutionizing urban air mobility.
  • The completion of high-volume manufacturing facilities positions Archer to scale production rapidly, meeting growing demand for eVTOL aircraft.
  • Strong financial investments and strategic agreements, such as those with Abu Dhabi, provide a solid foundation for accelerated growth and market expansion.

What critics are saying

  • The nascent eVTOL market faces regulatory hurdles that could delay commercial operations and impact revenue.
  • High dependency on successful integration and performance of new technologies, such as high-volume battery pack manufacturing, poses operational risks.

What makes Archer unique

  • Archer Aviation focuses on electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, setting it apart from traditional aviation companies.
  • Strategic partnerships with major airlines like Southwest and mobility platforms like KakaoMobility enhance Archer's market reach and operational capabilities.
  • Significant investments from industry giants like Stellantis and agreements with Abu Dhabi underscore strong financial backing and confidence in Archer's technology.