[Remote] Certification Specialist at Wisk

California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Aerospace, Aviation, Urban Mobility, BiotechnologyIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must have at least ten years of experience coordinating formal document creation and approval for Type, Airworthiness, and/or Production Certificates under 14 CFR Parts 23, 25, 27, or 29. Experience in conceptualizing, authoring, and executing organizational-level processes and work instructions is required. Preferred experience includes familiarity with FAA Order 8110.37 and/or FAA Order 8000.95, Product Data Management (PDM) systems like TeamCenter, navigating standardized online forms and processes, operating in a structured Project Management (PM) environment, and understanding Configuration Management (CM) principles.

Responsibilities

The Certification Specialist will interface with Wisk engineers and FAA designees to compile technical data for FAA-mandated process documents, such as Requests for Conformity (RFCs) and Statements of Compliance (8110-3s). They will interact with FAA IT representatives to maintain access to the FAA’s National Automated Conformity Inspection Process (NACIP) and Designee Management System (DMS). Responsibilities include coordinating with FAA designees (DERs and DARs) to create RFCs for compliance showings and 8110-3 forms for Type Certification compliance findings. The specialist will also provide program management and coordination oversight for in-house and contracted FAA designee activities, including design review and approval, and maintaining consulting contracts. Additionally, they will coordinate and track in-house release status, designee review/buy-off, and submission of FAA deliverables for acceptance or approval.

Skills

Certification

Regulatory Compliance

FAA Regulations

Technical Documentation

Cross-functional Process Development

Communication

Problem-Solving

Autonomous Aircraft

Type Certification

Airworthiness

Wisk

Develops autonomous electric air taxis

About Wisk

Wisk Aero develops autonomous electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft aimed at transforming urban transportation by introducing air taxis. Their eVTOL aircraft, such as Wisk and Cora, are designed to be safe, sustainable, and accessible, meeting high aviation safety standards. Wisk Aero differentiates itself from competitors by focusing on both the manufacturing of these aircraft and providing air taxi services directly to consumers, as well as partnering with cities and businesses to enhance urban mobility solutions. The company's goal is to address inefficiencies in current transit systems, making air travel a practical option for everyday transportation.

Mountain View, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2019Year Founded

$437.7MTotal Funding

LATE_VCCompany Stage

Automotive & Transportation, Energy, AerospaceIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

100% paid employee medical, dental, & vision benefits, plus generous cost-sharing for spouse/dependent coverage

401(k) plan with 50% employer matching

9/80 alternative work schedule with every other Friday off

Commuter benefits & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Flexible time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance, plus 10 paid holidays per year

Quarterly wellness stipend to help maintain a healthy lifestyle

Annual company match for charitable giving

Communications allowance

Education assistance and flight lesson subsidy

Free electric vehicle charge stations at HQ

Daily catered lunch in Wisk facilities

Risks

Competition from Airbus and Embraer may impact Wisk's market share.

Regulatory hurdles could delay Wisk's autonomous air taxi deployment.

Public skepticism about autonomous vehicles may hinder Wisk's consumer adoption.

Differentiation

Wisk focuses on autonomous eVTOL aircraft, setting it apart in urban air mobility.

The company has conducted over 1750 test flights, showcasing its commitment to safety.

Wisk's strategic partnerships in Australia highlight its global expansion efforts.

Upsides

Increased interest in urban air mobility boosts demand for Wisk's eVTOL technology.

FAA's approval of airworthiness criteria accelerates Wisk's certification process.

Growing sustainability focus enhances demand for Wisk's zero-emission transportation solutions.

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