Senior Manufacturing Engineer

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 Senior Manufacturing Engineer to join our Production Engineering Team. In this role, you will help drive the strategic deployment of tooling, equipment, and automation to support high-rate aerospace fabrication and assembly. Your work will be instrumental in shaping Wisk’s advanced manufacturing capabilities as we bring autonomous, all-electric flight to reality.

This is a hybrid work opportunity. At Wisk, this means working onsite at our Mountain View office 3 days per week with flexibility for the remainder of the days.

Why We Need You:

Achieving our vision requires manufacturing solutions that support the efficient and precise low-rate production of our fully autonomous, all-electric aircraft. This role is specifically focused on the electrical systems of our battery units, requiring expertise in high-voltage electronics and PCBA manufacturing. We’re looking for a highly capable engineer who can execute on critical, well-defined technical projects. You will be responsible for developing and optimizing current tooling and equipment to meet immediate production needs, with the lessons learned directly informing the transition to high-rate manufacturing. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments, adapts quickly to change, and collaborates effectively across disciplines. Success in this role requires proactive problem-solving, forward-thinking, and strong communication skills to drive impactful solutions.

What you will do:

• Become familiar with the Wisk Generation 6 Design and improve current processes for quality and takt time.

• Design equipment and tooling for internally built components in the propulsion, battery, composites, or integration shops.

• Work with suppliers to ensure Wisk standards are upheld for outsourced equipment and automation.

• Establish plans for preliminary acceptance tests (PAT) and final acceptance tests (FAT).

• Play a key role as a designer of new Tooling and Equipment.

• Be integrated with the team from concept through deployment.

• Advance your knowledge of
  energy storage and power systems through hands-on experience.

• Work directly with Manufacturing Engineers and Technicians on the floor to understand problems firsthand and deploy solutions quickly.

• Work with Manufacturing Engineers and product groups on developing a roadmap for future production automation.

What you have done:

• B.S. in a relevant engineering discipline with
  4+ years of experience in design, process development, or manufacturing.

• Demonstrated understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals: electronics, high-voltage systems, and power distribution.

• Experience with PCBA, IPC and electrical manufacturing processes.

• Strong communication skills, able to work efficiently with cross-functional teams.

• Electrical design and/or manufacturing experience that includes the use of and interpretation of engineering design drawings.

• Familiarity with engineering CAD tools (NX, Catia, Solidworks, Altium), PLM (Teamcenter), and model-based product definition.

• Ability to work with your hands to build prototype and production-level tooling and equipment while maintaining shop safety standards and best practices.

Desired:

• Understanding and implementation of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (ASME Y14.5).

• Familiarity with Siemens tools (NX, TeamCenter, EasyPlan, Opscenter, etc.).

• Experience working on certified aircraft and in a regulated environment (e.g., AS9100, FAA Part 23/25).

• Automation design experience at the sub-assembly level.

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and/or Six-Sigma principles.

• Familiar with Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).

Who you are:

• You are a highly motivated, self-starting individual with a broad set of skills and are 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.

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: $128,681 - $151,389 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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