Archer · 9 hours ago
Battery Controls Integration Engineer
San Jose, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$140K/yr - $188K/yr
3+ years expArcher 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. In the Battery Controls Integration Engineer role, you will be responsible for integrating Archer’s high voltage battery controls system onto test platforms and verifying BMS safety-critical functionality.
AerospaceAir TransportationElectric VehicleManufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Develop and execute verification procedures and test plans across various environments: Simulation, Software-in-the-Loop (SIL), Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL)
Own the Battery Management System (BMS) controls hardware/software integrated system functionality testing on safety-critical components, utilizing HIL, SIL, and high-voltage (HV) integrated labs
Implement updates to automated test cases in synchronization with BMS functionality development for verification and regression testing, specifically using model-based environments
Provide commissioning and maintenance support for the complete testing infrastructure required to enable HIL testing of BMS controls, algorithms, and software
Own the automated testing platform to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and level of automation for BMS control system verification
Support continuous test infrastructure improvement, including writing and debugging test scripts on HV HIL systems
Coordinate all integrated BMS test infrastructure and verification activities across Archer teams
Serve as the verification liaison between the Systems Engineering organization and the High Voltage Power System / BMS's Controls and Software groups
Perform essential integration activities for the BMS in the dedicated battery labs and integrated system labs
Provide feedback on issues and verification gaps discovered during integration to the relevant System/Software teams and collaborate on effective resolution and subsequent verification
Collaborate with lab staff to ensure continuous improvement of process and infrastructure, and assure the continuity of integration learnings into both prototype and production aircraft functional testing
Work closely with mechanical, electrical, system architecture, software development, and integration teams to understand new component-level hardware changes and ensure corresponding software support
Maintain traceability between requirements and test results, generating all required artifacts to support software certification
Analyze test data and present clear summaries via dashboards and failure reports
Investigate and lead device failure analysis to determine root cause, driving subsequent product improvements
Adhere to all safety procedures when operating with and around high voltage systems
Support HIL systems, test systems, dSPACE, python scripting, and hardware setups related to software systems
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
3+ years of experience with experience in Model-, Software-, Processor-, and Hardware-in-the-Loop testing
Experience with test platforms such as dSPACE, National Instruments, Speedgoat, etc
Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink design and test workflows
Proficiency in scripting languages, e.g., Python
Knowledge of communication protocols such as CAN, SPI, Ethernet, etc
Experience with CAN software tools, e.g., Vector CANalyzer
Experience with requirement management tools
Experience with new product development in regulated industries (e.g., aviation, medical devices)
Excellent organization and communication skills
Self-motivated with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks
Collaborative mindset, willingness to step in and support where needed
Passion for learning and problem solving
Preferred
Experience with high voltage battery systems and controls
Working knowledge of lithium-ion battery electrochemistry and electrothermal models
Experience with DO-178C software verification and ARP4754 development process
Experience with eVTOL aircraft and a basic understanding of the role of various aircraft subsystems including an electric powertrain
Experience executing formal validation and verification activities in a civil aerospace program
Company
Archer
Archer is an aerospace company that developed an electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft tailored for urban air mobility systems.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.48BKey Investors
BlackRockStellantis
2025-11-06Post Ipo Equity· $650M
2025-06-12Post Ipo Equity· $850M
2025-02-11Post Ipo Equity· $300M
Leadership Team
Adam Goldstein
Founder and CEO
Tom Muniz
Chief Technology Officer
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