Hardware-Software Integration Engineer

What You’ll Do:

In the Hardware/Software Integration Engineer role, you will own integration of hardware and software for Archer’s high voltage battery management system (BMS). Your deliverables will span all phases of the product development life cycle: development, implementation, validation, and continuous improvement.

Specifically, you will…

• Work closely with hardware engineers and software developers to bring up new features in the lab
• Translate schematics + datasheets into pseudocode, timing diagrams, and interface specs
• Work hands-on in the lab to set up equipment and instrumentation as-needed
• Troubleshoot and resolve hardware-software issues cross-functionally
• Work with battery test team and mechanical teams to support critical battery pack tests on test sites
• Develop automated fault injection tests and fixtures to exercise safety-critical diagnostics
• Consolidate design feedback to inform design for subsequent versions of the BMS hardware

What You Need:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science
• Understanding of interactions between hardware and firmware drivers
• Knowledge of schematic design and PCB layout
• Familiar with lab equipment such as oscilloscope, logic analyzer, soldering tools, crimp tools
• Familiarity with microcontroller peripheral interfaces, including SPI, CAN, UART
• Proficiency in scripting languages, e.g., Python
• Experience with requirement management tools
• Excellent organization and communication skills
• Collaborative mindset, willingness to step in and support where needed
• Passion for learning and problem solving

Bonus Qualifications:

• Experience designing for HV battery systems in both aviation and automotive contexts
• Experience with new product development in regulated industries (e.g., aviation, medical devices)
• Experience with ISO 26262, ISO 15118, or DO-160G standards
• Experience with DO-178C software verification and ARP4754 development process

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 $144,000 - $198,000. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Archer is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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 [email protected]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.