Powertrain Manufacturing Test Engineer

Estados Unidos

San Jose, California, United States

About the role

Headquartered in Silicon Valley, California, Archer is a leader in the next-gen aerospace sector building an end-to-end advanced air mobility platform that delivers air taxis, unmanned aircraft systems (“UAS”), aviation-related physical artificial intelligence (“AI”) solutions, and other technologies to customers worldwide across the commercial aerospace and defense sectors.

Our sights are set high and our problems are hard, and we believe that diversity in the workplace is what makes us smarter, drives better insights, and will ultimately lift us all to success. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces our differences, and supports and celebrates all of our team members.

At Archer, we’re scaling production of our High Voltage Electric Propulsion System — the heart of our eVTOL aircraft, which includes the High Voltage Battery, Electric Motor and Propeller assemblies and represents one of the most technically demanding, highly automated manufacturing systems in our factory.

What you'll do

Lead End-of-Line (EOL) and in-process test development for High Voltage batteries and electric motors, covering performance, safety, and system integration
Design and deploy manufacturing test strategies including hipot, insulation resistance, winding verification, electromagnetic performance, and ESS
Specify, validate, and commission production test equipment, including installation, FAT, and production readiness
Program, maintain, and optimize automated test equipment (ATE), test sequences, pass/fail logic, and data collection systems
Partner with Manufacturing, Design, Quality, and Test teams to integrate test stations into production lines and improve throughput, yield, and quality
Analyze production test data to identify trends, drive root cause, and implement corrective actions
Support FAI, production qualification, and manufacturing process changes for new battery and motor builds
Troubleshoot test equipment and production issues directly on the factory floor
Develop and maintain test procedures, work instructions, and HV safety documentation
Own calibration, maintenance, and validation of manufacturing test equipment
Contribute to PFMEA and in-process quality control strategy

What you need

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent
3+ years of manufacturing test engineering experience; EV battery or electric motor production strongly preferred
Hands-on experience with production test equipment and automated electrical test systems
Strong understanding of high-voltage safety, battery and motor manufacturing processes
Experience with battery testing (capacity, IR, balancing, BMS configuration) and motor testing (back-EMF, insulation, ESS, dyno, torque/speed characterization)
Proficiency in test data analysis, SPC, and manufacturing test data systems (MES)
Experience bringing production test equipment from prototype through mass production
Strong troubleshooting skills across test equipment, product, and process issues
Comfortable working on the production floor with technicians and operators
Ability to create, validate, and sustain manufacturing test procedures and work instructions
Solid communication skills and experience working cross-functionally

Bonus Qualifications

Direct experience in battery module/pack and/or electric motor manufacturing
Familiarity with battery and motor production processes (welding, winding, balancing, automated assembly)
Experience with BMS or motor controller programming and EOL configuration
Knowledge of industrial communications (CAN, Ethernet/IP, Modbus) and PLC-based automation
Experience with dynamometer testing, power electronics, or motor control
Exposure to aerospace manufacturing, AS9100, or eVTOL programs
Experience with lean manufacturing and production ramp-ups
Ability to support multiple shifts during critical production phases

Please note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not include an exhaustive list of responsibilities and

qualifications

At Archer we aim to attract, retain, and motivate talent that possess the skills
and leadership necessary to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance
culture and reward performance that supports the Company’s business strategy.
For this position we are targeting a base pay between $126,700 - $158,400.
Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related
knowledge, skills, and experience.
Archer is committed to provide a safe workplace and a safe aircraft. This is a
safety sensitive designated role. Employment in safety sensitive positions is
contingent on successful passage of a background check and is subject to
pre-employment and random drug screening.
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 people@archer.com
[people@archer.com]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a
case-by-case basis.
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