Staff Controls Engineer

Wisk is at the forefront of revolutionizing urban mobility through their development of safe, all-electric, autonomous flight vehicles. As a Staff Controls Engineer, you'll join their Control Laws Development Team, working on cutting-edge autonomous flight technology in a hybrid work environment based in Mountain View, CA, or Montreal, Canada.

The role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of urban air mobility, working on complex control systems for autonomous aircraft. You'll be responsible for designing, implementing, and analyzing controls algorithms, state estimation methods, and self-flying autonomous software. The position requires expertise in aeronautical engineering, control theory, and programming, particularly with MATLAB and Simulink.

Your work will directly impact the development of prototype and full-scale airplanes, including hands-on involvement in flight testing new algorithms. As part of the Aircraft IPT organization, you'll contribute to developing safe autonomous flight vehicles while following aviation certification processes and utilizing formal controls analysis techniques.

The compensation package is highly competitive, ranging from $181,400 to $213,400 annually, complemented by comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k) with immediate 50% matching, and unique perks like flight lessons and patent bonuses. The company offers a collaborative environment with a strong focus on work-life balance, providing 9 off Fridays throughout the year and flexible vacation time.

Wisk's commitment to diversity and inclusion makes it an ideal workplace for individuals from all backgrounds, especially those from underrepresented groups in tech and aerospace. The company's location near Shoreline Lake in Mountain View offers an attractive work setting with access to walking trails and outdoor spaces.

This role is perfect for an experienced professional who wants to be at the cutting edge of autonomous flight technology while working with a passionate team dedicated to transforming the future of transportation. The position combines technical challenges with the opportunity to make a lasting impact on urban mobility, making it an exceptional career opportunity for the right candidate.