Systems Engineer at Wisk in Mountain View, CA

Systems Engineer Location: Mountain View, CA 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 Systems Engineer to join our team. The goal of a Systems Engineer focused on our Ground Control Station at Wisk is to ensure all aspects of the Flight Test Ground Control Station and Airborne Comms hardware and software are developed and maintained in support of the Wisk Gen 6 flight test campaign. You will be part of the Avionics team that is responsible for the overall development and integration of the avionics on the Gen 6 aircraft. In this role you will have the opportunity to leave a lasting impact on aviation by designing and developing systems for an autonomous passenger carrying eVTOL service by defining systems required to communicate with our aircraft, deliver C2-link airborne avionics software and ground infrastructure and be responsible for the collection and distribution of data between our aircraft and ground systems.  You will also define the systems which support integration and test of the Flight Test Ground Control software required for the flight test campaign. 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. Responsibilities Responsible for delivering high quality Systems Engineering artifacts for a novel type of aircraft development targeting the autonomous UAM market. You will participate in design and implementation of safety-critical and non-safety-critical systems related to the Ground Control Station and Airborne Communications Systems Support the system requirements development,validation, and testing/verification efforts for all GCS Products You define and document the technical solution and integration efforts with other projects and external partners including the flight test team and aircraft software development team Support and contribute to a high performing Systems Engineering team to develop functions, architecture, requirements, integrate between system interfaces and develop process strategy. Detailed and technically oriented and have the ability to work proactively and effectively with minimal supervision, with the ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast paced and challenging environment. Review safety critical system integration activities based on today's best system engineering practices, lessons learned and guidelines. Support a team that will support the multiple trade studies needed to achieve the most efficient and optimized safety critical systems architectural solutions that meet performance, size, weight, power and safety requirements as applicable from the FAA/EASA regulations. Requirements: You have a BS in CS, AE, ME, EE, or equivalent, with 5 years of relevant experience You have worked in aircraft, avionics, autonomous vehicles or remotely piloted aircraft field You are familiar with using python, VSCode, Docker, Polarion You have a strong and applied understanding in aviation documentation standards and the ability to produce high-quality, compliant manuals, CONOPS, and test documentation. You have experience reading and understanding ICDs You are experienced in requirements verification and HW/SW testing and debugging You have an ability to read schematics and perform basic hardware debugging You have hands-on experience defining system requirements to customer release You have a strong and applied understanding of the agile development process You are familiar with FAA certified systems on prior programs/project You have familiarity with ARP4754A, DO-160, DO-178C, DO-254, ARP4761, Part 23/25, regulations, AC XX.1309, or similar standards This role will require 10% of travel Job Type: Full-time Pay range the company expects to pay: $147,000 - $184,000 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. 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. To all recruitment agencies: Wisk Aero does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Wisk Aero employees, or any other organization location. Wisk Aero is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Wisk Aero provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, 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. In addition to federal law requirements, Wisk Aero abides by applicable provincial 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.