Senior Flight Test 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 Flight Test Engineer to join our team with the goal of achieving safe, efficient, and on time execution of our Generation 6 Flight Test Program. You will be part of the Flight Test Operations (FTOP) team that is responsible for the developmental and certification flight testing of our Gen 6 aircraft.

Due to the nature of the work required for this position, this is an onsite opportunity. You will be required to work from our Hollister, CA office.

In this role you will participate in flight test efforts including authoring flight test plans and test preparation including Readiness Reviews and Safety Risk Management.  You will participate in the execution of flight tests in various supporting roles in the Ground Control Station.  

What you will do: 

• Become an expert on the aircraft, its systems, and the interrelationships of different disciplines

• Support the process of Part 21 certification of a novel aircraft design, supporting our Certification Basis and Certification Plan, ensuring regulatory compliance

• Author/review/approve flight test plans, procedures, analysis methods, Safety Risk Analysis, and test reports

• Participate in the conduct of flight test from the Ground Control Station in a supporting role

• Develop, execute, and continuously improve upon our Flight Test Processes

• Providing in hangar aircraft troubleshooting and engineering support

• Coordinate and participate in pre-test activities such as simulation efforts

Requirements:

• A minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline; or 3 years of related experience with a Masters

• Proficiency in data analysis with MATLAB, Python, or other scripting tools

• You have worked in Flight Test Engineering, authoring flight test plans and reports, on fixed wing or rotary wing aircraft and are familiar with FAA Order 4040.26B, ARP4754A.

• Preferably, you have hands-on experience participating in Type Certification or Supplemental Type Certification program

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: $135,115 - $158,959 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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