Cell Test Engineer Intern at Archer

San Jose, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Mar, 26

Salary

35.0

Posted On

24 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Electrical Circuits, Heat Transfer, Control Systems, Python, Data Analysis, Feedback Control Systems, Arduino, Microcontrollers, C/C++, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Communication, Teamwork, Battery Knowledge, CAD Software, Version Control Systems

Industry

Airlines and Aviation

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. This internship is a part of a 10-week full-time summer internship program opportunity. This role will be based at Archer’s headquarters in San Jose, California and relocation or housing will not be provided. Archer is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to join Archer. This internship provides a hands-on opportunity to gain practical experience within the Cell Engineering team. What You’ll Do: Work closely with a small team of engineers on creative solutions to collect and analyze data to best characterize lithium-ion battery cells and how to best utilize them in Archer’s eVTOL aircraft Develop software and firmware to control and monitor our in-house designed battery testing fixture Perform electrical characterization tests on lithium-ion battery cells using battery cell cyclers Analyze data to evaluate performance of battery cells and battery cell testing fixtures What You Need: Currently enrolled in a master’s or bachelor’s degree program related to engineering, manufacturing, computer science, physics or a related field at an accredited university First principles understanding of electrical circuits, heat transfer, and basic control systems Good proficiency writing in Python for data analysis and/or feedback control systems Experience with Arduino or similar microcontrollers; basic proficiency writing in C/C++ High regard for designing systems around human experience and safety Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Effective communication and teamwork abilities Bonus Qualifications: Battery knowledge and experience is a plus Familiarity with CAD software like NX (preferred)/SolidWorks/AutoCAD Experience using version control systems (Git, Bitbucket) to manage a project codebase Experience with SQL Summer 2026 Internship Program Details: This internship is a part of a 10-week full-time summer internship program opportunity. Program dates are: May 26, 2026 - July 31, 2026 June 15, 2026 - August 21, 2026 *We will not be able to accommodate interns outside of these two program dates. This role will be based at Archer – San Jose, CA Relocation and housing will not be provided. 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 $25.00 - $35.00 per hour. 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.

Responsibilities

The intern will work closely with a team of engineers to collect and analyze data on lithium-ion battery cells for Archer’s eVTOL aircraft. They will also develop software and firmware for battery testing and perform electrical characterization tests.