Internship
Battery Management System – Electrical Engineering Intern
Bms
Posted on 11/20/2024
Wisk
501-1,000 employees
Develops autonomous electric air taxis
Compensation Overview
$25Hourly
No H1B Sponsorship
Mountain View, CA, USA
Must be able to work on-site in Mountain View, CA.
- Must be currently pursuing a bachelors, masters or PhD degree with an expected graduation date between December 2025 and June 2027 with a focus on electrical engineering, computer engineering (or equivalent)
- The candidate is comfortable working with electrical circuits, embedded systems, PCB design, lab testing and related instrumentation.
- Schematic design & capture, PCBA design (Altium preferred)
- Electrical design analysis (PSpice)
- Embedded systems hardware and software integration testing (embedded C, Python scripting, working with RTOS)
- Taking Lab measurements with Ocilliscopes, Logic Analyzers and other instrumentation
- Soldering experience
- Must be able to work on-site in Mountain View, CA
- You must be legally authorized to work in the US for the duration of Internship. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
- Must live in the US at both the time of application AND at the time the internship begins
- Must be either a rising sophomore, junior, or senior in college
- Must have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.0, transcripts are required
- Must be an enrolled student at both the time of application AND at the time the internship begins
- Must be able to work 40 hours a week for 12 weeks (full-time for 3 months)
- As part of the ESPS organization, you will act as a design and lab test engineer for a novel type of aircraft development targeting the autonomous UAM market
- You will work on our cutting edge BMS design in a fast paced environment
- Perform design analysis and lab testing
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, 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 efficient air mobility solutions for urban commuters, businesses, and municipalities. The company generates revenue by selling eVTOL aircraft, offering air taxi services, and forming partnerships to integrate their technology into existing transportation networks. Since its founding in 2010, Wisk Aero has conducted over 1750 test flights and continues to lead in the advanced air mobility sector with a focus on innovation and sustainability.
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Funding
$437.7M
Headquarters
Mountain View, California
Founded
2019
6 month growth
↑ 18%1 year growth
↑ 2%2 year growth
↑ 18%
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.
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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