About The Team:

At Archer, we are designing the future of flight. From unveiling our production aircraft, Midnight, to launching a defense-focused division in late 2024, our mission is to revolutionize urban air mobility and defense applications globally. We are a lean, fast-paced team that thrives on technical innovation, a "safety-first" culture, and a commitment to commercializing electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) technology in the world’s busiest cities.

Our Government Affairs team is the bridge between Archer’s cutting-edge engineering and the federal policy landscape. We manage critical agency relationships across the DOT, FAA, and the White House. Our team ensures Archer remains at the forefront of the regulatory conversations that will define the next century of aviation.

What You’ll Do:

Archer is seeking a Federal Affairs Lead to serve as a key liaison on Capitol Hill. Based in Washington, D.C., you will be the "boots on the ground" responsible for navigating the complexities of the federal legislative environment. This is a junior to mid-level role designed for a self-starter who thrives in a high-autonomy environment—specifically our D.C. hub—and can navigate fast-paced environments.

You will report to Archer's Head of Government Affairs to ensure Archer’s mission is understood and supported by key policymakers.

• Shape the Future of Flight: Execute a high-impact federal strategy to architect the policy frameworks that will define the next century of Advanced Air Mobility.
• Champion Archer’s Mission: Build and cultivate influential partnerships across Capitol Hill, federal agencies, and industry associations to champion Archer’s vision and strategic priorities.
• Drive Strategic Intelligence: Act as the internal pulse on Washington, translating complex regulatory and policy shifts into actionable insights that steer our global business strategy.
• Be the Voice of Innovation: Represent Archer as a thought leader at premier D.C. events and member organizations, ensuring our voice is at the center of the conversation shaping the AAM industry.
• Craft Compelling Narratives: Develop high-stakes briefings and advocacy materials that simplify complex technologies into powerful, persuasive narratives for the nation’s top policymakers.
• Collaborate for Impact: Partner with internal innovators to bridge the gap between policy and technology, fostering a nimble, results-driven environment that moves at the speed of flight.

What You Need:

• Proven Track Record: 3+ years of impact within policy, regulatory, or government affairs—ideally forged on Capitol Hill—paired with a degree in Public Policy, Political Science, or a related field.
• Sector Sophistication: Familiarity with the federal landscape, specifically within transportation, aerospace, or emerging technology policy.
• Master Communicator: An exceptional ability to translate complex, cutting-edge technical concepts into clear, persuasive narratives for diverse, non-technical audiences.
• Relationship Architect: A natural at building and sustaining high-trust partnerships with Congressional staff, agency stakeholders, and key advocacy organizations.
• Analytical Rigor: A sharp eye for detail, with the ability to dissect complex policy documents and distill them into high-level, actionable business intelligence.
• Industry Edge: Prior exposure to Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) or aviation concepts is a significant advantage, but a passion for disrupting the status quo is a must.

Bonus Qualifications:

• Strategic thinker with a bias for action and results
• Comfortable balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative team player who thrives across time zones with diverse stakeholders

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 $115,000 - $154,000. 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 people@archer.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

As Senior Commercial Counsel, Business Development, you will be a strategic partner to Archer’s global go-to-market teams including sales, marketing, and strategic partnerships. You will serve as the lead negotiator for our most complex commercial transactions, including aircraft sales agreements, high-value government contracts, market entry partnerships, and enterprise SaaS agreements. You will be responsible for accelerating "deal velocity" and revenue recognition while ensuring the company’s commercial interests and intellectual property are protected during rapid global expansion.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the legal structuring, drafting, and negotiation of complex commercial agreements, including aircraft sales, operations and services agreements, enterprise SaaS subscriptions, and strategic partnership deals.
• Act as the primary legal point of contact for US and foreign government and defense contracting, including ensuring compliance with FAR/DFARS requirements and managing the unique complexities of public sector procurement.
• Partner with business development leadership to develop and refine global "playbooks," standardizing contract templates and negotiation positions.
• Support the launch of new products and services by developing the commercial legal frameworks required for market entry, ensuring seamless transitions from product development to revenue generation.
• Collaborate closely with Finance and Deals Desk to ensure revenue recognition compliance and optimize the "Quote-to-Cash" process.
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks in international expansion, including export controls (ITAR/EAR) and cross-border trade compliance.
• Coordinate cross-functionally in a proactive manner to ensure legal support is fully integrated with the business and provided in an efficient and timely manner.

What You Need:

• 6–10 years of experience as a practicing attorney in a law firm or in-house legal department (with at least 3 of those years with an in-house legal team).
• Proven track record of owning strategic commercial deal negotiation from initial draft to signature, and supporting post-signature deal execution, in close collaboration with sales, business development, and product teams.
• Specific experience with US and international public-sector, defense contracting, and government procurement (including FAR/DFARS).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex legal concepts for business stakeholders.
• A proactive attitude and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Intellectual curiosity, practical business judgment, and strong problem-solving skills.
• J.D. degree from an accredited law school and active membership in at least one state bar.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience with aviation and the aerospace industry, particularly with emerging technologies development, aircraft operations, and/or private piloting.
• Experience advising on the development, sale, and use of Artificial Intelligence products and services and related compliance advice.
• Familiarity with using, implementing, and administering contract management systems (e.g., Ironclad) and e-billing tools.

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 $230,000 - $250,000, in addition to bonus and equity. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

By applying, you agree to be bound by our candidate privacy policy.

As Senior Product & Privacy Counsel, you will serve as the primary legal partner for our AI and software product, engineering, and data technology teams. You will be responsible for ensuring that our new product introductions and organizational data handling - including internal AI-driven systems and customer-facing platforms - are designed with our rigorous safety and compliance standards at their core. You will navigate complex global regulatory landscapes to provide actionable legal advice that balances risk with the need for rapid product innovation.

Responsibilities:

• Act as the lead legal advisor for the entire AI and software product development lifecycle, from initial ideation and UX reviews to launch and post-deployment monitoring.
• Support the design, implementation, and maintenance of a robust global privacy program, to ensure compliance with GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, and emerging state and international privacy laws.
• Establish legal frameworks and policies for the development and use of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, addressing issues of data scraping, algorithmic bias, transparency, and intellectual property.
• Partner with Archer’s data transformation office and cybersecurity teams to manage record retention policies and procedures, data mapping, data protection impact assessments, and data breach mitigation and remediation (internal and external).
• Proactively track and analyze new legislation and enforcement trends related to privacy, AI, and consumer protection to provide strategic guidance to leadership.
• Coordinate cross-functionally in a proactive manner to ensure legal support is fully integrated with the business and provided in an efficient and timely manner.

What You Need:

• 6–10 years of experience as a practicing attorney in a law firm or in-house legal department (with at least 3 of those years with an in-house legal team).
• Proven track record of close collaboration with product, security, and data technology teams in advising on product introduction, data governance, and go-to-market strategies.
• Deep knowledge of consumer protection regulations and data privacy laws, with particular focus on GDPR and CCPA/CPRA. Experience handling complex data-sharing arrangements and international data transfer mechanisms.
• Experience advising on the development and use of Artificial Intelligence products and services and related compliance advice.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex legal concepts for business stakeholders.
• A proactive attitude and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Intellectual curiosity, practical business judgment, and strong problem-solving skills.
• J.D. degree from an accredited law school and active membership in at least one state bar.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience with aviation and the aerospace industry, particularly with emerging technologies development, aircraft operations, and/or private piloting.
• Specific experience with defense contracting, federal procurement, FAR/DFARS, and defense-sector regulatory frameworks, including advising on the handling of classified information and technical data.
• Familiarity with using, implementing, and administering contract management systems (e.g., Ironclad) and e-billing tools.

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 $230,000 - $250,000, in addition to bonus and equity. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

By applying, you agree to be bound by our candidate privacy policy.

Archer is growing its world-class team of experienced legal problem solvers to help bring sustainable, electrified, and autonomous air travel to the world. We seek applicants who will embrace and thrive in our culture: collaborative, collegial, non-hierarchical, diverse perspectives, productive, speedy, and adaptable. As a core element of its business strategy, in addition to the manufacture, sale, and operation of its aircraft, Archer is building next-generation products and services for the aerospace, defense, and software markets, including artificial intelligence (AI) aviation products, airport infrastructure, and airline products. 

You will work on cutting-edge technical, product and go-to-market issues in a fast-paced environment, so we are seeking ambitious candidates who work hard, move quickly, and want to play a significant role in contributing to the company’s growth as a market leader in vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft, infrastructure, and operations.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the drafting, negotiation, and management of complex commercial agreements, with a focus on customer sales contracts, strategic partnerships, and related go-to-market initiatives.
• Provide legal guidance throughout the product development lifecycle to ensure compliance with relevant laws and mitigate risk for new technologies.
• Advise on a broad range of regulatory issues, specifically focusing on data privacy, consumer protection, and aviation requirements.
• Support the review and negotiation of federal procurement, defense research collaboration, and other government contracts, and ensure Archer’s compliance with its corresponding regulatory obligations.
• Coordinate cross-functionally in a proactive manner to ensure legal support is fully integrated with the business and provided in an efficient and timely manner.

What You Need:

• 5–10 years of experience as a practicing attorney in a law firm or in-house legal department (with at least 3 of those years with an in-house legal team).
• Proven track record of close collaboration with sales and product teams in advising on go-to-market strategies, and drafting and negotiating corresponding commercial deals.
• Deep experience and facility with embedding with product teams to closely review product design to ensure compliance with applicable regulations, including data privacy and consumer protection.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex legal concepts for business stakeholders.
• A proactive attitude and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Intellectual curiosity, practical business judgment, and strong problem-solving skills.
• J.D. degree from an accredited law school and active membership in at least one state bar.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in the aerospace industry, particularly with emerging technologies development and aircraft sales.
• Experience with artificial intelligence and enterprise SaaS sales and related compliance advice.
• Specific experience with defense contracting, federal procurement, FAR/DFARS, and defense-sector regulatory frameworks, including advising on the handling of classified information and technical data.
• Familiarity with using, implementing, and administering contract management systems (e.g., Ironclad) and e-billing tools.

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 $230,000 - $250,000, not including bonuses, stock, and other forms of compensation. 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 people@archer.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.