Electric Propulsion Motor Lead

Responsibilities

• Act as an Electric Propulsion Motor Lead for a novel type of aircraft development targeting the autonomous UAM market.
• Support the motor engineering team by providing technical guidance, mentoring engineers, and driving the successful delivery of electric motor units.
• Help support problem-solving activities related to thermal management, electromagnetic interference, and weight optimization for current unachieved design milestones.
• Collaborate closely with the Powertrain and Flight Controls teams to ensure seamless system integration and optimal aircraft performance.
• Define the technical roadmap, performance specifications, and certification strategies for our electric motors.

Requirements

• B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a relevant engineering discipline with at least 12 years of experience in the design, development, and testing of high-power electric motors.
• Experience in the aerospace, EV automotive, or advanced air mobility industries.
• Hands-on experience integrating complex, safety-critical electric propulsion systems and solving associated thermal and electromagnetic problems.
• Deep and applied knowledge of complex motor topologies, electromagnetic analysis, and aerospace thermal management.
• Leadership experience leading teams who have achieved successful motor qualifications, product launches, or critical design reviews.
• Familiarity with aerospace certification standards (e.g., DO-160, FAA Part 23/27) and motor control algorithms.
• This role requires 10-15% of travel.

Qualifications

Wisk Aero provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, ethnic or national origin, age, disability/handicap, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, civil status, political convictions, language, social condition, or any other protected characteristics.

Benefits

• 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.
• Education assistance.
• Free catered lunches.
• Flight lessons.
• Wellness allowances.
• Snacks, drinks.
• Employee referral bonus.
• Charitable giving match.
• Patent bonus program.

Pay

The company expects to pay a starting base salary within the range of $186,000 - $233,000 per year, with the actual starting base salary varying based on factors such as geographical location and relevant job-related experience consistent with a business necessity.

Schedule

This role 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.