Manager, Propulsion Power Electronics

Company: Archer
Location: San Jose
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

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. What you’ll do: Lead a team of engineers designing high-voltage, high-power density power stages for propulsion inverters and generator rectifiers Oversee the selection and integration of power semiconductors (SiC/GaN), gate drivers, isolated power supplies, DC-link capacitors, and busbar architectures Drive the end-to-end hardware development cycle from architecture selection and thermal simulation through PCBA layout, DFM/DFA, and volume production Manage technical engagement with power semiconductor and passive component suppliers, PCB fabricators, and contract manufacturers to ensure quality and scalability Lead hardware qualification campaigns (environmental, electrical, reliability) per DO-160G and DO-254 standards Collaborate with mechanical and thermal teams to optimize power density, cooling strategies, and electromechanical packaging Build and mentor a high-performing team while managing program schedules, budgets, and technical roadmaps What you need: Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with 8 years of power electronics design experience 3 years of demonstrated people management experience leading technical teams Deep expertise in power stage design: switching topologies, wide bandgap semiconductors (SiC/GaN), gate drive circuits, and isolated bias supplies Experience designing high-voltage (400-1000V) systems with strict thermal, EMC, and reliability constraints Strong background in electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) design and optimization for high-speed switching circuits Proficiency with simulation tools (PLECS, LTspice) and EDA environments (Altium, Mentor Graphics) Strong background in PCBA manufacturing processes, volume production, and supplier quality management Proven ability to lead teams through complex technical challenges and competing priorities Bonus Qualifications: PhD in Electrical Engineering or Power Electronics Experience bringing high-power electronics products to volume production in automotive or aerospace sectors Familiarity with aerospace certification standards (DO-160G, DO-254) Passion for sustainable aviation and electric propulsion technology 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 $163,200.00 - $204,000.00. Actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 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 . Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Information collected and processed as part of any job applications you choose to submit is subject to Archer's Candidate Privacy Policy . Archer is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position at the present time. 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 Aviation does not engage with external recruiting agencies/individual recruiters with whom it does not have a prior written agreement. Archer reserves the right to make use of any unsolicited resumes that it receives and bears no responsibility for payment of any fees asserted from the use of unsolicited resumes. If you are a recruiting agency or individual recruiter wishing to do business with Archer, please reach out to People@archer.com . All employment processes are managed by the Archer People Team.

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