Sr Staff System Engineer
ArcherSan Jose, California, United States
Posted January 22, 2026
182500 - 250900 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Archer is an aerospace company building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft.
Job Description
Archer is an aerospace company building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft. We're looking for a Sr Staff System Engineer to lead the development of high-reliability, safety-critical systems for aircraft design. The role involves collaborating with various engineering disciplines, championing report compilation, and leading change management efforts.
Requirements
- 6+ years of engineering experience on aerospace projects with significant software and complex hardware
- BS, MS, or PhD in systems engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a comparable degree
- Proven expertise in SAE ARP4754A and ARP4761 processes or similar standards
- Experience with Polarion or other requirements management tools
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills
- Exceptional critical thinking skills and engineering judgment
- Excellent writing skills
Benefits
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace
- Pay-for-performance culture
- Competitive base pay range of $182,500 - $250,900