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Full-Time

Staff Equipment Engineer

Integration

Posted on 6/12/2024

Wisk

Wisk

501-1,000 employees

Develops autonomous electric air taxis

Automotive & Transportation
Hardware
Energy
Social Impact
AI & Machine Learning
Aerospace

Compensation Overview

$146.2k - $168kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Mountain View, CA, USA

Category
Mechanical Maintenance and Reliability Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Required Skills
CAD
AWS
SolidWorks
Requirements
  • B.S. in a relevant engineering discipline with 8+ years of experience in GSE design, Equipment Engineering, or Manufacturing
  • Demonstrated understanding of mechanical engineering fundamentals: structures, mechanisms, materials, and analysis
  • Familiar with vendor management, including writing and executing equipment buy-offs
  • Design expertise in precision alignment fixtures, drive systems, linear actuators, and/or lift systems
  • Background in designing customized production equipment
  • Experience scaling products from prototype to production
  • Mechanical design and/or manufacturing experience that includes the use of interpretation of engineering design drawings
  • Familiarity with engineering CAD tools (NX, Catia, Solidworks), PLM (Teamcenter), and model-based product definition
  • Working knowledge of industry standards and federal regulations including ANSI, OSHA, and AWS standards applicable to mechanical and structural systems
  • Strong understanding and implementation of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (ASME Y14.5)
Responsibilities
  • Become familiar with the Wisk Generation 6 Design
  • Improve current processes for Quality and Takt time
  • Design equipment and tooling for vehicle integration, as well as Ground Support Equipment (GSE)
  • Work with suppliers on ensuring Wisk standards are upheld for outsourced equipment and automation
  • Establish plans for preliminary acceptance tests (PAT) and final acceptance tests (FAT)
  • Play a key role as a lead developer of new equipment and automation
  • Work with Manufacturing Engineers and product groups on developing a roadmap for future production automation
  • Help define and develop process documentation for equipment
  • Aid Manufacturing by creating work instructions with your equipment

Wisk Aero develops autonomous electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft aimed at transforming urban transportation by introducing air taxis. Their eVTOL aircraft, such 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 a faster and more efficient alternative 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 make air taxis a common mode of transport, thereby enhancing mobility and reducing travel times.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

$450M

Headquarters

Mountain View, California

Founded

2019

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

25%

1 year growth

6%

2 year growth

25%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Wisk Aero's extensive testing history with over 1750 full-scale test flights demonstrates their commitment to safety and reliability.
  • Partnerships with municipalities and urban transportation providers offer significant growth opportunities and market penetration.
  • Their focus on accessibility and equitable transport, as highlighted in their whitepaper with ReD Associates, positions them as a socially responsible leader in the industry.

What critics are saying

  • The nascent stage of the urban air mobility market could lead to slower adoption and regulatory hurdles.
  • High development and operational costs may strain financial resources, especially in the early stages of market entry.

What makes Wisk unique

  • Wisk Aero's focus on autonomous eVTOL aircraft sets it apart in the advanced air mobility sector, emphasizing safety and sustainability.
  • Their strategic partnerships with cities like Houston and Sugar Land for vertiport infrastructure development highlight their commitment to integrating into urban transportation networks.
  • The acquisition of Verocel enhances their software safety capabilities, ensuring robust and reliable autonomous flight operations.

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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