Propulsion Test Intern

Wisk Aero•Fremont, CA

12d

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! Wisk’s internship experience is a 12 week, hands-on program. Our goal for our internship program is to see what it’s like to be a full time Wisk employee and complete meaningful work. We are looking for a Propulsion Test Intern to join our team for summer 2026. The goal of a Propulsion Test Intern at Wisk is to ensure that you gain real-world experience and valuable contributions to test and integration activities. You will be part of the Propulsion team that designs, assembles, and commissions test assets used for development and verification testing of Wisk’s Gen 6 propulsion system

Requirements

Must be currently pursuing a bachelors, masters or PhD degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering (or a relevant engineering degree) with an expected graduation date between December 2025 and June 2027
Experience turning conceptual designs into physical parts/assemblies
Experience with creating parts, assemblies, and engineering drawings with CAD software such as NX (preferred) or Solidworks
Extensive hands-on experience with rapid prototyping and/or machine shop tools

Responsibilities

As part of the Propulsion organization, and deployed in an Propulsion Test you will act as a Propulsion Test Intern for a novel type of aircraft development targeting the autonomous UAM market
You will take part in designing, commissioning, and troubleshooting test fixtures and rigs. This hands-on position requires a strong background in engineering principles, test rig design, and system integration with experience in CAD design, rapid prototyping, shop tools, and test equipment.
Support the mechanical and electrical design, procurement, manufacturing and assembly of test fixtures and harnesses
Integrate flight hardware and commission test fixtures
Collaborate with test engineers and technicians to troubleshoot and automate test assets
Get familiar with the architecture of our test assets, aircraft subsystems, and team processes

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