Staff IT Systems Engineer

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Archer is an aerospace and defense company headquartered in San Jose, California, building the aircraft and technology that will define the next era of flight. The company works across air taxis, UAS, AI and powertrain development — building real-world systems that combine software intelligence with physical hardware. That includes Midnight, Archer's all-electric air taxi; Halo, an autonomous vertical takeoff and landing aircraft built for both commercial and defense use; and ZEE, Archer's AI foundation model built specifically for aviation. We’re seeking exceptional engineers, operators and builders to join us on our mission to build the future of aerospace and defense. 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. We are seeking a highly experienced Staff IT Systems Engineer to support our Systems Engineering, Endpoint Engineering, and Digital Workplace functions. This role is responsible for delivering a world-class technology experience to our employees, ensuring operational excellence across our core IT services, and driving the evolution of our digital workplace strategy as the company scales. What You’ll Do Strategy & Planning : Contribute to roadmaps, OKRs, and capacity plans for each pillar, including EUS, Systems, Endpoint, and Digital Workplace. Infrastructure Management : Administer and ensure the reliability of core IT infrastructure hardware and systems, such as VDI, identity, collaboration, SaaS platforms, directory services, and authentication. Architecture & Design : Contribute to systems architecture decisions and ensure scalable, secure configurations. Endpoint Strategy : Execute the device management across macOS, Windows, and mobile platforms. Collaboration Tools : Administer and support tools such as Google Workspace, Slack, Zoom, Miro, Notion, and Atlassian. Governance & Compliance : Support the implementation of IT governance, risk management, and compliance strategies. Automation & Integration : Drive integration, automation, and tool governance to reduce friction across teams. Cross-Functional Partnership : Partner with Security, Engineering, and Facilities to ensure a secure and productive environment. What We’re Looking For Required Qualifications Education: B.S in Computer Science or related IT / Engineering discipline Experience : 3+ years of relevant IT experience. Technical Skills : Hands-on familiarity with identity management (Okta/Entra), endpoint management tools, and core SaaS systems. Scaling : Experience building and scaling IT systems in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment. Windows Expertise : Deep knowledge of Windows operating systems and system administration, including deployment, configuration, and troubleshooting. Windows certifications are a plus. Soft Skills : Excellent communication, prioritization, and stakeholder management skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience in engineering-driven, hybrid, or multi-site organizations. Experience supporting executive teams or high-velocity engineering organizations. Strong understanding of automation, workflow orchestration, and operational tooling. Exposure to compliance frameworks such as SOC2, FedRAMP, CMMC, or ISO 27001. 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 $152,100 – $190,100. 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 people@archer.com. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. 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 . Certain positions may be eligible for visa sponsorship. 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