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Archer · 5 hours ago

Engineering Test Technician

positionSan Jose, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level
money$51K/yr - $70K/yr

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. The Engineering Test Technician will perform motor and drive unit testing, troubleshoot test setups, and support engineering activities to ensure project goals are met.

AerospaceAir TransportationElectric VehicleManufacturing
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Responsibilities

Perform motor and drive unit testing on specialty dyno setups
Setup equipment and devices for specialty testing. Experience should include proficient knowledge of:
Analog I/O
Digital I/O
CAN systems
Low Voltage and High voltage systems
Troubleshoot and debug test setups
Mechanical
Electrical
Software
Work with Design engineering on custom test configurations
Design and build basic lab fixtures and tools
Procure, install, organize and maintain test equipment
Maintain a clean, safe and useable lab and shop space
Perform routine maintenance of testing equipment
Support engineering activities including prototype development, proof of concept studies, process and assembly validation
Communicate cross-functionally with engineering teams to achieve project goals and meet timeline deadlines

Qualification

Electrical circuitrySpecialty Dyno testingBattery TestingHigh Voltage systemsMechanical assembliesAnalog I/ODigital I/OCAN systemsMicrosoft Office5S workplace organizationBasic PythonBasic CAD designVeristand/LabviewPCB work/re-workAviation builds experienceDocumentation skillsAdaptabilityCommunication skills

Required

Associate's Degree, or equivalent extensive practical experience as a testing technician
Direct hands on experience with mechanical and electronic assemblies
LV/HV wiring fabrication
Proficient knowledge of electrical circuitry including HV systems
Experience with product testing, including (but not limited to): Specialty Dyno testing, Battery Testing, Electrical testing
Excellent documentation and written communication; proficient using Microsoft Office
Familiarity with 5S or similar workplace organization methods
Experience following all aspects of maintenance safety protocol (LOTO, 5S, Arc Flash, etc.)
Ability to occasionally conduct physically demanding test activities and ability to lift 50 lbs
Must be adaptable and able to work a flexible schedule based on project or team needs

Preferred

Valid High Voltage training certificate from an OEM or demonstrated working knowledge of battery powered systems
Basic Python experience
Basic CAD design experience (i.e. NX, Catia, Solidworks)

Company

Archer

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Archer is an aerospace company that developed an electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft tailored for urban air mobility systems.
dateFounded in 2020
location
San Francisco, California, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
https://www.archer.com

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$3.48B
Key Investors
BlackRockStellantisStellantis,United Airlines
2025-11-06Post Ipo Equity· $650M
2025-06-12Post Ipo Equity· $850M
2025-02-11Post Ipo Equity· $300M

Leadership Team

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Adam Goldstein
Founder and CEO
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Tom Muniz
Chief Technology Officer
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