System Engineering Lead

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 System Engineering Lead to join our team. The goal of an Energy Storage and Power Systems system engineering lead at Wisk is to lead the team and be responsible for all system engineering activities for EPSP, Battery pack, BMS, power distribution, Charging and Power conversion. You will be part of the ESPS (Energy Storage & Power System) team that is accountable to deliver the complete ESPS system engineering solutions for the Wisk Gen6 autonomous vehicle.

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. 

What you will do:

• Lead team of system engineers to develop, review approve and manage requirement, verification and validation solutions for energy storage and power systems including pack, BMS, Power distribution, Charing and Power conversion, etc
• Serve as system-level technical leader and provide domain guidance
• Lead ESPS certification path with FAA and internal teams 
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary product teams and define product architecture
• Guide the team’s work by identifying key goals and deliverables with execution
• Conduct trade studies, analyses, and test programs as necessary to validate system architectures meet all requirements.

Requirements:

• Degree in Mechanical/Electrical engineering or equivalent with 12+ years of working experience and 5+ years of full-time system engineering experience in High voltage battery and power system, including some of the following: Charging, Battery pack, BMS, Power distribution, etc
• 3+ year’s experience in leading the system engineering for program and 3+ years’ management experience
• Hands-on system engineering experience in both prototype and high volume production HV battery system and power systems 
• Strong Engineering fundamentals in systematic knowledge, analysis including but not limited to technical schematic, functional diagram, engineering specification
• Knowledge of safety analysis and functional safety both quantitative and qualitatively.
• Working knowledge on battery technology and BMS 
• Familiarity in full product development cycle
• Experience in testing and validation development including instrumenting, data acquisition and documenting and analyzing results

Desired:

• Aviation or Automotive industry experience 
• Experience with electrical powertrain systems 
• Experience with DO-311A, DO-160, DO-178C, DO-254, DO-160G, etc
• Experience with APR4761, APR4754
• Knowledge of FAA, EASA regulation and guidance

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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Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check. Wisk Aero provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Wisk Aero abides by applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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