Sobre este puesto de Lead Engineer, Embedded en Archer
Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise.
Our sights are set high and our problems are hard, and we believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members.
Archer is looking for a Lead Engineer to join our AI Product team. This role owns embedded hardware and software development end-to-end, from schematic and mechanical design through firmware and into production. This is a hands-on technical leader who can take a system from prototype to a shipped, flight-relevant product.
What You'll Do:
- Design, build, and lead development of embedded systems for an embedded device program, from concept through production release.
- Develop and debug firmware/software for embedded platforms such as Raspberry Pi, integrating sensors and peripherals as needed.
- Drive designs through DFM/DFT and production readiness, partnering with manufacturing and supply chain.
- Set technical direction for the hardware/firmware stack and mentor other engineers on the team.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with software, systems, and program teams to integrate this new device into the broader Archer ecosystem.
What You Need:
- Hands-on experience with Raspberry Pi and other embedded systems platforms.
- Demonstrated PCB design experience (schematic capture, layout, and bring-up).
- Proficiency with 3D CAD tools for mechanical/enclosure design.
- Has taken at least one embedded system from prototype through production.
Bonus Qualifications:
- Ability to architect and lay out PCBs, including schematic capture, component selection, and bring-up/debug of prototype boards.
- Ability to produce 3D CAD models for enclosures, mounts, and mechanical integration of embedded hardware.
- Background in aerospace, robotics, or other safety-critical embedded domains.
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 $150,000 - $180,000. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
