Archer · 5 hours ago
Manager, Electrical Systems and Modeling
Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California, building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft. They are seeking an experienced engineering leader to manage the Electrical Systems and Modeling team responsible for the architecture, requirements, modeling, and simulation of electrical power systems for their next-generation eVTOL aircraft.
AerospaceElectric VehicleTransportationManufacturingAir Transportation
Responsibilities
Define and architect the HV/LV power system accounting for safety, redundancy, isolation and grounding
Develop requirements for electrical subsystems including inverters and rectifiers integrated within electric engines, generators, actuators, and auxiliary power systems
Lead power system modeling and analysis: HV ripple effects, short circuit protection, transient behavior, and thermal management
Manage technical engagement with suppliers including specification development, technical reviews, and assessments
Drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure cohesive system integration and V&V planning and execution
Support functional safety analysis, WCCAs, FMEAs and compliance documentation (ARP4754, DO-178, DO-254, DO-160)
Lead design reviews and maintain technical documentation (Design Descriptions, Functional Design Specifications)
Build and mentor a high-performing team of electrical systems engineers to drive requirements
Make critical technical decisions balancing performance, safety, schedule, and certification constraints
Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to leadership, suppliers, and certification authorities
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering or related discipline
8+ years of experience in electrical system design for EV, aerospace, or similar high-reliability applications
3+ years of demonstrated people management experience
Strong background in systems engineering practices: requirements development, system decomposition, integration, and V&V
Experience using requirements management tools such as Polarion or DOORS
Experience with electrical system modeling tools (MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, LTspice)
Proven ability to lead teams through ambiguity and competing priorities
Strong technical communication and stakeholder management skills
Track record of developing engineering talent and building collaborative team culture
Preferred
Development experience for eVTOL or aerospace-grade electrical systems
PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering or a related discipline
Familiarity with certification and compliance standards: DO-160, DO-254, or ARP4754
Experience with Qualification Test Procedures
Passion for aviation and eVTOLs
Company
Archer
Archer is an aerospace company that developed an electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft tailored for urban air mobility systems.
Funding
Current Stage
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$3.48BKey Investors
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