Engineering Lab Technician
Mountain View, CA
Departments – Propulsion /
Full Time /
On-site
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 the Electric Propulsion Lab. You will test and troubleshoot electrical circuits on the Motor Controller, as well as design test fixtures for lab use.
Why we need you:
- The successful candidate will join Wisk's 6th Generation EVTOL Propulsion development team working with other Lab Technicians and Electrical Engineers to plan, develop, run and report testing of the motor controller circuit boards in the lab. You will also develop test reports, troubleshoot circuits that are not meeting spec 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 board 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
- Complies with EH&S, ESD and FOD training
Required:
- 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
- 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 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 manual rework of SMT components and automated rework stations for BGAs
Who you are:
- You are a highly motivated, self starting individual with a broad set of skills and 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
$43 - $51 an hour
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: $43 - $51 per hour - The starting hourly 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 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, alternative work schedule (9/80), flexible 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, fruit, employee referral bonus, charitable giving match, patent bonus program, happy hours and much more.
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.
Wisk Aero is an E-Verify employer.
