Staff Power Electronics Engineer

Overview

Archer is seeking a Staff Power Electronics Engineer to lead the design, analysis, and development of power electronics hardware and software for aerospace systems. This role focuses on creating high-efficiency power converters, motor drives, battery management systems, and associated control algorithms to enable reliable, safe mobility technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, simulate, and test power electronics circuits and systems (DC-DC converters, motor drives, power stages).
• Own electrical requirements, interfaces, and component selection.
• Develop robust layouts and PCB designs, and perform thermal and EMC analyses.
• Validate designs through prototyping, testing, and data-driven verification.
• Collaborate with hardware, software, mechanical, and systems engineering teams.
• Contribute to reliability programs, design reviews, and safety/compliance activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• 6+ years of experience in power electronics; aerospace or high-reliability experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of analog/digital control, power converter topologies, and high-voltage safety.
• Proficiency with SPICE, MATLAB/Simulink, and PCB CAD tools.
• Hands-on hardware experience with debugging, testing, and instrumentation.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills; ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Nice-to-have

• Experience with battery management, electric propulsion, motor control, or aerospace standards.

Location: San Jose, California, United States

Archer offers a competitive compensation and benefits package and the opportunity to shape next-generation energy systems for mobility.