Electrical Engineering Lab Technician

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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 seeking an Engineering Lab Technician for our Electronic Lab. You will assemble, test and troubleshoot electrical circuits on our products, as well as design test fixtures for lab use.

Due to the nature of the work required for this position, this is an onsite opportunity. You will be required to work from our Mountain View, CA Headquarter office. Occasionally you might need to do some work in one of our other locations in Fremont, CA or Hollister, CA.

In this role you will join Wisk's 6th Generation eVTOL development team working with other Lab Technicians and Electrical Engineers to plan, develop, run and report testing of the Energy Storage and Power Systems as well as Propulsion circuit boards in the lab. You will also develop test reports, troubleshoot circuits that do not meet specifications and repair or modify boards with soldering irons and other rework equipment. You will develop extender cards, test cables and other custom test equipment intended to operate with the circuit boards under test.

What you will do:

  • Read and interpret schematics to understand circuit functionality

  • Perform lab testing to measure circuit performance and conduct troubleshooting utilizing both ad-hoc methods and written test procedures

  • Conduct root cause failure analysis of circuits down to component level

  • Assemble breadboards and rework circuit card assemblies

  • Create or use test procedures and create test reports to document lab results

  • Develop test equipment as needed to enable more efficient circuit testing

  • Operate existing thermal chambers and custom test stations

  • Develop automated testing using LabVIEW, python scripts (or equivalent)

  • Occasionally supports production issues related to testing and troubleshooting of electrical circuit boards

  • Comply with EH&S, ESD and FOD training

Requirements:

  • Technical Associates diploma / degree in electronics technology, or electrical engineering (or equivalent)

  • Able to read and comprehend electrical schematics and printed circuit board drawings for digital and analog circuits

  • 1-2 years hands on Lab experience using: Power Supplies, DMMs, Oscilloscopes, Network Analyzers, Signal Generators, & Spectrum Analyzers

  • Hands on experience assembling breadboards and conducting basic rework of circuit card assemblies using a solder iron

  • Understanding of communication standards and protocols (RS-422/485, CAN, ARINC-429, Ethernet, SPI, I2C etc. …)

  • Experience accessing and using PCB design CAD tools, Altium preferred

  • Experience loading and working with microprocessors and software

  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)

  • Excellent organizational and communication skills

Desired:

  • Experience with high power electronics (> 600V DC)

  • Experience with brushless DC Motor Controls

  • Experience with high voltage battery management systems

  • Experience with manual rework of SMT components and automated rework stations for BGAs

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: $38 - $45 per hour - The starting base rate 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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