Archer Aviation Inc.

Software Integration Engineer

Archer Aviation Inc. • $140K — $260K *
San Jose, CA 95123In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Background in robotics or systems software engineering
  • Experience with ROS 2 and Linux-based systems
  • Proficiency in MAVLink and PX4/ArduPilot
  • Hands-on experience with ground control station (GCS) or HMI development
  • Hands-on test experience with small aircraft or robotics, including data analysis using Python or MATLAB

Responsibilities

  • Integrate onboard software stack with flight hardware
  • Own and develop the ground-control software and operator interface
  • Plan and execute end-to-end test campaigns, ensuring safety and coordination
  • Perform post-test data analysis to validate program milestones
  • Ensure a seamless operator experience from ground control to field operation
  • Collaborate with hardware, perception, navigation, and autonomy teams

Benefits

  • Commitment to reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities
  • Support for applicants with sincerely held religious beliefs
Full Job Description
Note: This role must be based onsite in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

What you'll do:
  • Integrate the onboard software stack onto flight hardware, including flight controllers and companion compute
  • Own ground-control software and the operator interface, supporting single-operator, multi-platform operation
  • Plan and execute test campaigns end-to-end, including test cards, instrumentation, and safety/site coordination
  • Perform post-test data analysis to gate program milestones
  • Own the overall operator experience of the system, from ground control to in-field operation
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with hardware, perception, navigation, and autonomy team

What you need:
  • Background in robotics or systems software engineering
  • Experience with ROS 2 and Linux-based systems
  • Experience with MAVLink and PX4/ArduPilot
  • Experience with ground control station (GCS) or human-machine interface (HMI) development
  • Hands-on test experience with small aircraft or robotic platforms, including data analysis using
  • Python or MATLAB

Bonus Qualifications:
  • Part 107 certification or airspace-authorization experience
  • Front-end development experience for operator interfaces
  • Experience supporting field test operations
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 [redacted]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. For this position we are targeting a base pay between $140,000 - $260,000. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

About Archer Aviation Inc.

Archer Aviation is an American aerospace manufacturer that develops electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for urban air mobility. The company was founded in 2018 by Brett Adcock and Adam Goldstein. Archer Aviation is developing an eVTOL aircraft that can travel up to 60 miles at speeds of up to 150 mph. The aircraft is designed to be quiet, safe, and efficient, with zero emissions. The company has partnerships with United Airlines and Stellantis, and plans to launch its first aircraft in 2024.
Learn more about Archer Aviation Inc.
Market Cap
$403.1 million
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
NASDAQ
ACHR
* Ladders Estimates

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