Archer Aviation Inc.

State Estimation and Navigation Engineer

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

  • Background in GN&C, robotics, or a related technical field
  • Strong proficiency in C++ and Python programming languages
  • Experience with visual-inertial odometry (VIO) and simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) techniques
  • Familiarity with extended Kalman filter (EKF) or factor-graph-based sensor fusion methods
  • Experience integrating IMU, camera, and lidar sensors into navigation systems

Responsibilities

  • Develop and tune state-estimation algorithms for navigation without GPS
  • Implement visual-inertial odometry and multi-sensor fusion approaches
  • Integrate navigation solutions with various onboard sensors
  • Validate navigation performance through testing and simulations
  • Analyze data to troubleshoot navigation performance issues
  • Collaborate with other teams to ensure effective navigation across different conditions

Benefits

  • Commitment to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities and religious beliefs
  • A supportive work environment focused on diversity and inclusion
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:
  • Develop and tune state-estimation algorithms for GPS-denied and GNSS-degraded navigation
  • Implement visual-inertial odometry (VIO), lidar/vision-aided INS, and multi-sensor fusion approaches
  • Integrate state-estimation solutions with IMU, camera, lidar, and other onboard sensors
  • Validate navigation performance through simulation, bench testing, and field testing
  • Analyze test data to identify and resolve navigation performance issues
  • Collaborate with perception, controls, and test teams to ensure robust navigation across a range of operating conditions

What you need:
  • Background in GN&C;, robotics, or a related technical field
  • Strong proficiency in C++ and Python
  • Experience with VIO/SLAM techniques
  • Experience with EKF or factor-graph-based sensor fusion
  • Experience integrating IMU, camera, and lidar sensors into a navigation stack

Bonus Qualifications:
  • Experience with PX4 or ArduPilot EKF
  • Hands-on experience with GPS-denied navigation testing
  • Background in subscale aircraft or robotics navigation
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
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