Manager, Integrated Rig Testing
At Wisk, we're transforming the future of urban mobility through safe, all-electric, autonomous flight. We are a passionate team working together toward a sustainable future, solving high-impact problems that have never been solved before. By delivering everyday flight for everyone, we're making it possible to spend less time getting there and more time being there. If you want to be part of shaping the future of mobility, then read on!
We are looking for a Manager of Integrated Rig Testing to join our team. The goal of an Integrated Rig Testing Manager at Wisk is to ensure that the wide range of integration rigs are resourced, developed, operated and maintained to achieve the needs of the program. You will be part of the Aircraft Integration team that is responsible for all design, integration and verification activities to deliver a fully integrated Aircraft for the Wisk Unpiloted Airborne System.
Due to the nature of the work required for this position, this is an onsite opportunity. You will be required to work from our Fremont office.
In this role you will:
You will manage a team of Systems Integration Test engineers to design, create, maintain and operate Aircraft Systems Integration rigs that are used for Aircraft Development and Certification. You will be responsible for all activities of the team, coordinating with various multidisciplinary integrated product teams to ensure the rigs meet the needs of the product development lifecycle. You will champion safe test and rig operation, and ensure your team follows all safety protocols, as well as identifying new hazards and safety issues and implementing mitigations with the Wisk Safety team.
What you will do:
Lead, grow, and develop the team of system test engineer and technicians specializing in testing and verifying highly complex integrated systems, such as Aircraft and Unpiloted Airborne Systems
Work with leadership and technical teams to ensure systems verification activities are integrated into product development plans
Lead the team to develop and maintain various test assets, including but not limited to test asset technical documents, safety of operations, hazard assessments, restrictions and special instructions etc.
Lead the team to operate and function at pace and schedule as driven by the program needs, including managing extended shifts and dual/multiple shifts
With support and engagement from other leadership teams, develop and execute test asset roadmap, to include test asset evolution, allocation to various test phases, across multiple physical locations.
Enable your team to develop verification plans and manage their execution
Build a strategy for the continued development and growth of the team and its members
Enable your team to work closely with the electrical, software and simulation engineers to develop test asset requirements and test plans, and lead the test execution activities on various test assets
Enable your team to establish traceability using requirement management tools and version control
Your team will be responsible for analysis of test data and trace failures to correct subsystems and work with cross functional development teams to identify the root cause and support resolution
What you have done:
B.S. or M.S. in Mechanical, Electrical, or related engineering degree
12+ years of relevant work experience in support of Test and Verification activities of Aerospace systems
3+ years of Hardware/Software in Loop test experience
Demonstrated experience in a Managerial role
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Hands on development of test systems.
Experience in developing Test artifacts, establishing compliance to ARP4754
Desired:
Flight Test experience
Knowledge of power electronics and/or avionics systems
Knowledge of high voltage battery management and charging
Strong fundamentals and hands-on experience in analog and/or power electronics design
Familiarity with several communication protocols such as CAN, serial and ethernet
Experience interpreting PCB Schematics and component datasheets
Experience using oscilloscopes, multimeters as well as tools such as CANalyzer and National Instruments hardware.
Experience working with high voltage electrical systems
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, startup environment.
Who you are:
You are a highly motivated, self starting individual with a broad set of skills and never afraid of facing complex technical challenges
You are a solution oriented individual with a strong analytical mindset
You have strong communication skills and can easily tailor your communications to suit the audience
You can adapt quickly or propose changes needed to achieve early results in a timely fashion
You embrace challenges and take commitments and deliver results within reasonable expectations
You are a positive team player
$190,145 - $223,700
Compensation and Benefits:
In addition to offering a great work environment and the opportunity to be part of the team making electric autonomous flight a reality, at Wisk, we offer excellent total rewards which include a competitive base salary, annual bonus, long term incentive, 401K, health benefits and much more.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay range the company expects to pay: $190,145 - $223,700 per year - The starting base salary within this range for this role varies based on factors such as your geographical location, and your relevant job-related experience that is consistent with a business necessity.
We are committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds, including those from marginalized or underrepresented groups in the tech industry and aerospace, to apply for our job openings. We consider every candidate who shares our passion for making the impossible possible, even if they may not strictly meet all preferred requirements. We firmly believe that a diverse range of perspectives can profoundly influence both our product and our company culture.
Wisk HQ is located in Mountain View just a couple of hundred feet from Shoreline Lake and its surrounding walking/jogging trails. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 9 off Fridays for full-time employees throughout the year, flexible vacation time off, 11 company holidays, a 401(k) plan with 50% company matching vested immediately, commuter assistance, and education assistance. And on top of all that, we also offer a variety of perks such as free catered lunches, flight lessons, wellness allowances, snacks, drinks, employee referral bonus, charitable giving match, patent bonus program, and more.
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