Internship

Rotor Design Intern

Posted on 11/20/2024

Wisk

Wisk

501-1,000 employees

Develops autonomous electric air taxis

Automotive & Transportation
Energy
Aerospace

Compensation Overview

$25Hourly

No H1B Sponsorship

Fremont, CA, USA

This internship role will be based at Wisk's office in Fremont, California and relocation or housing will not be provided.

Category
Propulsion
Aerospace Engineering
Required Skills
CAD
SolidWorks

You match the following Wisk's candidate preferences

Employers are more likely to interview you if you match these preferences:

Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Must be currently pursuing a bachelors, masters or PhD degree with an expected graduation date between December 2025 and June 2027
  • Pursuing a Bachelors Degree in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering
  • Experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) software such as CATIA, Solidworks, Unigraphics, or similar.
  • Experience with mechanical design
  • Experience working in a team environment and ability to effectively communicate within the team.
  • Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize a variety of activities or tasks.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Responsibilities
  • As part of the Propulsion organization, you will act as a design engineer for a novel type of aircraft development targeting the autonomous UAM market
  • You will take part in design, risk reduction manufacture, and test of our Wisk Gen 6 propeller.
  • You will help support problem solving activities related to design for manufacture, analysis; as well as functional test and flight test.
  • You will work with a team of engineers that are executing design development and test of the Gen 6 propeller systems.

Wisk Aero develops autonomous electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft aimed at transforming urban transportation by making air taxis a viable option. Their eVTOL aircraft, branded as Wisk and Cora, are designed to be safe, sustainable, and accessible, meeting high aviation safety standards. Wisk Aero addresses the challenges of current transit systems by providing an alternative mode of transport that reduces travel time and enhances mobility for urban commuters, businesses, and municipalities. Unlike competitors, Wisk Aero not only manufactures and sells eVTOL aircraft but also offers air taxi services directly to consumers and collaborates with cities to integrate their technology into existing transportation networks. The company's goal is to lead the advanced air mobility sector by making air taxis a common part of everyday travel.

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$437.7M

Headquarters

Mountain View, California

Founded

2019

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased interest in urban air mobility boosts demand for Wisk's eVTOL technology.
  • FAA's approval of airworthiness criteria accelerates Wisk's certification process.
  • Growing sustainability focus enhances demand for Wisk's zero-emission transportation solutions.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from Airbus and Embraer may impact Wisk's market share.
  • Regulatory hurdles could delay Wisk's autonomous air taxi deployment.
  • Public skepticism about autonomous vehicles may hinder Wisk's consumer adoption.

What makes Wisk unique

  • Wisk focuses on autonomous eVTOL aircraft, setting it apart in urban air mobility.
  • The company has conducted over 1750 test flights, showcasing its commitment to safety.
  • Wisk's strategic partnerships in Australia highlight its global expansion efforts.

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Benefits

100% paid employee medical, dental, & vision benefits, plus generous cost-sharing for spouse/dependent coverage

401(k) plan with 50% employer matching

9/80 alternative work schedule with every other Friday off

Commuter benefits & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Flexible time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance, plus 10 paid holidays per year

Quarterly wellness stipend to help maintain a healthy lifestyle

Annual company match for charitable giving

Communications allowance

Education assistance and flight lesson subsidy

Free electric vehicle charge stations at HQ

Daily catered lunch in Wisk facilities

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