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Full-Time

PLM Process and Tools Development Manager

Posted on 8/26/2024

Wisk

Wisk

501-1,000 employees

Develops autonomous electric air taxis

Social Impact
Automotive & Transportation
Aerospace

Compensation Overview

$185.7k - $218.5kAnnually

Senior, Expert

Mountain View, CA, USA

This is an onsite opportunity; required to work from Mountain View office.

US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Research & Development
Space & Rocket Engineering
Aerospace Engineering
Required Skills
Agile
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
  • At least 12 years of experience working on the development and/or implementation of PLM tools and processes
  • Practical knowledge of the CMII configuration management framework
  • Deep knowledge of the Siemens suite of engineering tools (Teamcenter, NX, etc.)
  • At least 5 years of experience as a line manager
  • Experience managing software and service vendors
  • Experience working on complex aerospace programs
Responsibilities
  • You will lead the PLM Processes and Tools development function and teams
  • You will contribute to the development of the PLM Processes and Tools roadmap, providing technical input and aligning with each key stakeholder at a strategic and technical level.
  • You will have overall accountability for the delivery of PLM Processes and Tools, in accordance with the roadmap aligned with the leadership of the Program and of the customer functions.
  • You will tightly coordinate activities between process development and tool development, ensuring that the overall process architecture and tool architecture are well aligned, driving compromises with the various stakeholders when necessary. You will act as the top-level architect for the process and tool solutions delivered by your team.
  • You will lead the execution of the roadmap by the members of your team, mentoring team members on technical and organizational matters as well as relevant best practices.
  • You will ensure projects are delivered in accordance with the defined project lifecycle and maturity gates, with accurate and timely reporting.
  • You will ensure the team follows the program’s sprint cadence and executes using the hybrid-agile framework in place.
  • You will act as a point of escalation for your teams, providing resolution at your level, or further escalating matters to leadership
  • You will anticipate roadmap execution as well as functional risks and ensure they are adequately mitigated.
  • You will drive continuous improvement in your organization, whether to improve processes internal to your function or PLM processes and tools already in place.
  • You will work closely with the business and with our software vendors to evaluate and budget license needs from one year to the next, and manage the provision and renewal of licenses in a timely manner.
  • You will manage software and service vendors (in collaboration with Supply Chain, Legal, and Finance) and maintain strategic alignment between their development roadmaps and Wisk’s roadmap.
  • You will be accountable for PLM tools uptime and disaster recovery, partnering with the IT function to ensure the security of the Wisk data.
  • You will proactively manage the skillset of your team versus the needs of the function, hiring and retaining talent, and implementing succession plans and training as needed.
  • You will manage the professional development and the performance of your team, by working with your direct reports to develop development plans, setting goals, continuously providing constructive feedback, and delivering engaging and meaningful performance reviews.
  • You will perform all the administrative duties of a line manager such as reviewing and approving time off requests and expense reports per company policies.
  • As needed, you will directly take part in the delivery of the projects, for example by authoring process documents, facilitating process-mapping workshops, directly participating in user acceptance tests, or contributing to the development of work instructions.

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

23%

1 year growth

5%

2 year growth

23%
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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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