Battery Assembly Lead Technician

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 battery assembly lead technician to join our team. The goal of a battery assembly technician at Wisk is to ensure that the battery system is produced safely and correctly. You will be part of the Energy Storage & Power System team that is responsible for producing the battery system for the aircraft.

Due to the nature of the work required for this position, this is an onsite opportunity. You will be required to work from our Mountain View office.

What you will do:

• In this role you will be responsible for following standardized work processes, specifications and best practices while assembling battery system parts. You will use test fixtures, work instructions and shop aides to ensure battery part fabrication is done properly. You will follow safety procedures and be expected to work in a safe manner.
• You will work with manufacturing engineers and quality control to properly document any non-conformance or deviations from the established work instructions.
• You will take part in production safety of flight builds as well as engineering builds to support the delivery of the Gen 6 aircraft.
• You will support ESPS & testing teams to deliver module assemblies and battery packs for various testing being performed
• You will help support problem solving activities with the production manager and engineering team.
• You will help coordinate day to day work tasks for technicians and help manage build schedules. Make sure technicians have parts and tools they need.
• As a battery assembly lead technician, you will help ensure safety procedures are followed in the work area and report safety hazards or concerns.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent experience.
• 5 or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment conducting hands-on repetitive tasks at a high rate.
• Strong mechanical/electrical background with understanding of basic electronic and mechanical hand tools.
• Able to work from assembly instructions, verbal instructions, and occasionally schematics with minimal guidance.
• You are familiar with battery and battery assembly

$31 – $36 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: $31 – $36per hour – The starting base 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 committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds, including those from marginalized or underrepresented groups in the tech industry and aerospace, to apply for our job openings. We consider every candidate who shares our passion for making the impossible possible, even if they may not strictly meet all preferred requirements. We firmly believe that a diverse range of perspectives can profoundly influence both our product and our company culture.

Wisk HQ 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.

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