Electric Propulsion Motor Lead

Wisk Aero•Mountain View, CA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

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 an Electric Propulsion Motor Lead to join our team. The goal of an Electric Propulsion Motor Lead at Wisk is to ensure that the electric motor systems are designed, tested, and integrated successfully for our autonomous EVTOL aircraft. You will be part of the Propulsion Integrated Product Team that develops safe, efficient and reliable electric powertrains. In this role you will lead the engineering efforts for our advanced electric propulsion motors from concept through certification. You will guide a team of talented engineers in designing high-performance, lightweight, and reliable motor systems. You will have a solid understanding of mechanical design, electromagnetic design and thermal considerations. Your work will directly impact the safety and efficiency of our aircraft. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including battery, avionics, and flight controls, to ensure seamless integration. Finally, you will oversee testing, validation, and continuous improvement of the motor design. 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.

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.
Worked 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.
Led teams whom achieved successful motor qualifications, product launches, or critical design reviews.
Familiar with aerospace certification standards (e.g., DO-160, FAA Part 23/27) and motor control algorithms.

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.
Work closely with the Powertrain and Flight Controls teams to ensure seamless system integration and optimal aircraft performance.
Help define the technical roadmap, performance specifications, and certification strategies for our electric motors.
Oversee testing, validation, and continuous improvement of the motor design.