Application Guide

How to Apply for Sr. Staff, People Systems Analyst

at Archer

🏢 About Archer

Archer is pioneering climate-friendly electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft to revolutionize urban transportation, positioning itself at the forefront of sustainable mobility innovation. Working here offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge technology that could transform how people move in cities while addressing environmental challenges.

About This Role

This Sr. Staff, People Systems Analyst role involves leading Workday HCM, Time Tracking, Benefits, and Absence modules implementation and maintenance while translating HR objectives into scalable technology solutions. The position is impactful because it directly supports Archer's growth by creating efficient HR systems that enable talent management and operational excellence in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve configuring Workday modules to support new HR processes, troubleshooting system issues with HR and Payroll teams, evaluating upcoming Workday releases for relevant enhancements, and meeting with HR leadership to align system capabilities with strategic talent initiatives. You'd balance hands-on technical work with strategic planning to ensure HR systems support Archer's rapid scaling in the eVTOL industry.

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🎯 Who Archer Is Looking For

  • Has 15+ years of global HRIS experience with deep hands-on expertise in Workday HCM, Adv Comp, Benefits, Absence, and Time Tracking modules
  • Possesses proven experience leading Workday implementations, upgrades, and configurations with a focus on user experience and scalability
  • Demonstrates strong technical problem-solving and project management skills with ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution
  • Has experience partnering with HR leadership to create and execute HR technology roadmaps aligned with company strategy

📝 Tips for Applying to Archer

1

Quantify your Workday implementation experience with specific metrics (e.g., 'Led Workday HCM implementation for X employees across Y countries, reducing HR processing time by Z%')

2

Highlight any experience with HR systems in fast-growth technology or aerospace companies, emphasizing scalability challenges you've addressed

3

Demonstrate your understanding of how HR systems support business strategy by connecting your past Workday projects to business outcomes

4

Include specific examples of how you've stayed current with Workday releases and implemented relevant enhancements

5

Showcase your experience with Greenhouse or other HR platforms mentioned in the job description, especially integration points with Workday

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Your experience leading Workday implementations in growth-stage companies and how you've scaled systems to support rapid expansion", 'Specific examples of translating HR business objectives into Workday solutions with clear deliverables and success measures', "How you've partnered with HR leadership to create technology roadmaps that align with company strategy", 'Your approach to balancing process optimization/standardization with business flexibility needs in dynamic environments']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Archer's aircraft technology, manufacturing partnerships, and FAA certification progress to understand their growth trajectory
  • → The company's recent funding rounds, investors, and leadership team to gauge stability and strategic direction
  • → Urban Air Mobility (UAM) industry trends and how HR systems might support scaling in this regulated, safety-critical environment
  • → Archer's company culture and values from their website and employee reviews to understand their HR philosophy

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through your experience with Workday HCM, Adv Comp, Benefits, Absence, and Time Tracking modules in a global context
2 How would you approach creating an HR technology roadmap for a company like Archer that's scaling rapidly in the eVTOL space?
3 Describe a complex Workday configuration challenge you solved and how you balanced user experience with system requirements
4 How do you stay current with Workday releases and determine which new features to implement?
5 What experience do you have integrating Workday with other HR platforms like Greenhouse, and what challenges have you encountered?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Presenting yourself as just a technical implementer without demonstrating strategic partnership with HR leadership
  • Failing to show how your Workday experience translates to supporting business objectives and company growth
  • Not having specific examples of balancing process standardization with business flexibility needs in dynamic environments

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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