Full-Time

Aircraft Wiring Technician

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Wisk

Wisk

501-1,000 employees

Develops autonomous electric air taxis

Compensation Overview

$32 - $37/hr

Mid

Hollister, CA, USA

This is an onsite position, requiring the candidate to work from the Hollister office.

Category
Avionics
Electrical Engineering
Aerospace Engineering
Requirements
  • Minimum 3 years industry experience in aerospace or automotive
  • You are experienced with wire harness fabrication and repair
  • You are able to read and interpret harness drawings for harness fabrication
  • You have the ability to work closely with engineers during prototype integration, testing and troubleshooting
  • You are experienced with aerospace/automotive wiring harness tools/equipment and best practices
  • You will perform tool control, eliminate Foreign Object Debris, and keep your work area clean, organized, and free of any dangerous and/or hazardous material.
  • You have experience routing and installing wiring harnesses on aircraft/vehicles
  • You have a strong and applied knowledge of complex assembly and installation processes, such as build record documentation, quality systems, and manufacturing execution systems
  • You are familiar with functional systems checks and non-conformity processes
  • You work well independently and in teams
  • You are fluent with mechanical and electrical assembly procedures
  • You are willing to travel with the aircraft to support ground and flight testing
Responsibilities
  • As part of the Production System organization, and deployed in a Final Assembly Shop, you will be assembling a novel type of aircraft targeting the autonomous UAM market
  • You will support aircraft integration, maintenance, operation, modification, and repair of a prototype electric aircraft
  • You will be responsible for following standardized work processes, specifications and best practices
  • You will work closely with team members and engineers to build and install wiring harnesses and avionics systems, along with troubleshooting issues
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience working in an R&D prototype aircraft development environment
  • Working in assembly line a plus
  • Soldering skills
  • Familiar with composite aircraft and material handling practices
  • A&P license
  • Familiar with NAVAIR 01-1A-505−1, AC43.13-1B, NASA-STD 8739.X, or equivalent

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 efficient air mobility solutions for urban commuters, businesses, and municipalities. The company generates revenue by selling eVTOL aircraft to transportation providers, offering air taxi services to consumers, 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 Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

Late Stage VC

Total Funding

$450M

Headquarters

Mountain View, California

Founded

2019

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • FAA's new airworthiness criteria accelerates eVTOL certification, benefiting Wisk's market entry.
  • Growing urban mobility demand boosts potential for Wisk's air taxi services.
  • Sustainability trends align with Wisk's mission, increasing city interest in electric air mobility.

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 flying vehicles may hinder 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 enhance its technological capabilities and market reach.

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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

Company News

The Manufacture Data
Mar 18th, 2025
Discover the Future of Autonomous Air Mobility with Wisk at the Avalon Airshow

Experience the future of autonomous Air Mobility with Wisk at the Avalon Australian International Airshow 2025.

Bastille Post
Mar 17th, 2025
Experience the Future of Autonomous Air Mobility with Wisk at the Avalon Australian International Airshow

Wisk also recently released an AAM in Australia paper, which outlines Wisk's vision and approach for integrating autonomous air mobility into Australia's transportation ecosystem.

Statesman
Mar 7th, 2025
Wisk, Boeing showcase autonomous air taxis ahead of SXSW 2025, hope to launch in Texas

To accomplish this, Wisk works with Austin-based SkyGrid, a third-party startup that works to integrate advanced air mobility aircraft into national airspaces without having to go through air traffic control towers.

Aviacionline
Jan 1st, 2025
Wisk Aero unveils its new eVTOL

Advanced air mobility (AAM) solutions developer Wisk Aero unveiled its Gen 6, or sixth-generation, electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft.

Australian Flying
Nov 21st, 2024
Wisk Aero signs Strategic Agreement with Archerfield

Wisk Aero signs strategic agreement with Archerfield.