At Wisk, we're transforming the future of urban mobility through safe, all-electric, autonomous flight. We are a passionate team working together toward a sustainable future, solving high-impact problems that have never been solved before. By delivering everyday flight for everyone, we're making it possible to spend less time getting there and more time being there. If you want to be part of shaping the future of mobility, then read on!

We are looking for a Test Engineer to join the Systems Test Team and support the design, assembly and commissioning of test fixtures used for the development, production and certification testing of Wisk Gen 6 Aircraft systems. Among other systems, you will be working on the Wisk Gen 6 Iron Bird integration effort.

Why we need you:

• You will design, assemble and commission test fixtures for aircraft component and system level tests, including avionics, propulsion and battery. You will be responsible for creating assembly and installation drawings, as well as wiring schematics. You will be hands-on supporting the assembly of the fixture and verification activities. The successful candidate will be proactive, self-motivated, hands-on and a driver for best safety practices.

• Support the mechanical and electrical design, procurement, manufacturing and assembly of test fixtures and harnesses
• Integrate flight hardware and commission test fixtures
• Work closely with a cross functional team to develop test fixture conceptual design and requirements
• Make design considerations for structural integrity, thermal consideration, and safety
• Write test specification, operation manual and test procedures
• Design and analyze mechanical fixture assemblies
• Develop and release wiring diagrams and harness drawings
• Select and get quotes for parts, sensors and test equipment
• Conduct design reviews and get feedback on your design
• Create 3D CAD models using NX
• Create and release 2D mechanical drawings
• Source and coordinate external suppliers 
• Hands-on assembly of electro/mechanical test fixtures
• Integrate, power-on and configure flight hardware.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical and software issues during testing
• Maintain test stations, configuration management, calibration log and upgrade them with the latest hardware and software versions
• Ensure and improve safety protocols

• B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace or related engineering degree
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency with CAD software such as Siemens NX(preferred) or Solidworks.
• Hands on experience assembling electro-mechanical hardware 
• Familiar with FEM software FEMAP/Nastran (preferred) or Hypermesh/Optistruct
• Familiar with drafting standards, including GD&T, and can interpret or create engineering drawings

• Experience with data acquisition devices (NI, Labview) and transducers
• Familiarity with aerospace and/or electro-mechanical systems
• Experience with High Voltage systems (600V)
• Experience with test equipment (oscilloscope, multimeter, Data Acquisition Systems)
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, startup environment 

• You are a highly motivated, self starting individual with a broad set of skills and never afraid of facing complex technical challenges
• You are a solution oriented individual with a strong analytical mindset
• You have strong communication skills and can easily tailor your communications to suit the audience
• You can adapt quickly or propose changes needed to achieve early results in a timely fashion
• You embrace challenges and take commitments and deliver results within reasonable expectations
• You are a positive team player

We are located in Mountain View just a couple of hundred feet from Shoreline Lake and its surrounding walking/jogging trails. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance, alternative work schedule (9/80), flexible time off, 11 company holidays, a 401(k) plan with 50% company matching vested immediately, commuter assistance, and education assistance. And on top of all that, we also offer a variety of perks such as free catered lunches, flight lessons, wellness allowances, snacks, drinks, fruit, employee referral bonus, charitable giving match, patent bonus program, happy hours and much more.

Wisk Aero provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Wisk Aero abides by applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Wisk Aero is an E-Verify employer.