Propulsion Controls Engineer Power Electronics

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. We are designing manufacturing and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise.

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.

Archer is seeking a talented Propulsion Control Engineer to join our mission of advancing sustainable urban air this role you will design develop and validatecontrol systems for electric propulsion technologies that power our cutting-edge eVTOL (electricVertical Takeoff and Landing) aircraft. The ideal candidate brings expertise in embedded Cprogramming resonant converter control design power electronics and DC-DC converters. Youwill collaborate with our multidisciplinary team to ensure the safety efficiency and performanceof propulsion systems that redefine the future of transportation.

What youll do:

• Design and implement control algorithms for electric propulsion systems using embedded C code.
• Develop and optimize resonant converter control designs to maximize power efficiency and system reliability.
• Integrate and validate power electronics components with a focus on DC-DC converters within propulsion systems.
• Conduct simulations hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and system validation to meet stringent aerospace performance standards.
• Work closely with electrical mechanical and software teams to troubleshoot and enhance propulsion control performance.
• Document technical designs test results and software iterations while adhering to aerospace development processes.
• Support the integration and testing of propulsion systems during prototype development and flight test phases.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of control strategies aligned with Archers mission of sustainable aviation.

What youll need:

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Aerospace Engineering Computer Engineering or a related field (Masters preferred).
• 3 years of experience in control systems engineering ideally in electric propulsion or power electronics.
• Proficiency in writing and debugging embedded C code for real-time applications.
• Strong knowledge of resonant converter control design and its application in high-efficiency power systems.
• Expertise in power electronics particularly DC-DC converter design and implementation.
• Experience with validation techniques including simulation tools (e.g. MATLAB/Simulink) and HIL testing.
• Familiarity with microcontrollers and communication protocols (e.g. I2C SPI CAN).
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative fast-paced and innovative team environment.

Bonus:

• Experience with electric propulsion systems for aerospace or electric vehicle applications.
• Knowledge of motor control battery management systems or high-voltage power electronics.
• Familiarity with aerospace standards (e.g. DO-178C DO-254) for safety-critical systems.
• Proficiency in Python or C for scripting automation or data analysis.

At Archer we aim to attract retain and motivate talent with the skills and leadership needed to grow our business. We drive a pay-for-performance culture and reward performance that support the Companys strategy. For this position we are targeting a base pay range of $144000 - $198000. Actual compensation offered will be determined by job-related knowledge skills and experience.

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Archer is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position at the present time.

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