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Whisper Aero · 16 hours ago

Mechanical Engineering Technician

Nashville, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

4+ years exp

Whisper Aero is pioneering cleaner and more efficient propulsion solutions. The Mechanical Engineering Technician will focus on assembling prototype engine assemblies, managing rapid prototyping equipment, and conducting tests with data acquisition.

AerospaceGreenTechManufacturing

Responsibilities

Assemble prototype aerospace products and develop assembly instructions

Manage, maintain, and operate 3D printers and rapid prototyping equipment

Assist in the setup of test stations and conduct tests with data acquisition

Develop and implement wiring layouts for ground tests and vehicle systems

Operate basic metal machining tools

Qualification

Aerospace system hardwareElectronics fabrication3D printingManual mill operationManual lathe operationTest equipment usageSolidWorksLabVIEWMATLABPythonSafety awarenessTeam collaborationProblem-solving

Required

Requires an associates degree or technical degree and a minimum of 4 years of experience as an electronics, test, or assembly technician. Equivalent professional experience may be substituted in lieu of education

Expert skill with general hand tools, precision measurement tools, and electronics fabrication

Demonstrated experience operating a manual mill and a manual lathe

Experience with FDM 3D printing and printer operation

Experience building high performance assemblies such as engines

Familiarity with using test equipment (multimeters, accelerometers, pressure sensors)

Respect for both the safety of yourself and others, experience and awareness of high voltage electrical systems and electromechanical spinning machinery, and the ability to work safely in a lab test environment

Preferred

Experience balancing rotating machinery

Experience in R&D space

Proficiency in SolidWorks other similar CAD program

Proficiency with LabVIEW

Proficiency with MATLAB and/or Python basic data analysis

Proficiency with Arduino or Raspberry Pi programming

Experience working with composites

Experience with mold making or model making

Benefits

Top-tier Benefits: Employee-first focused comprehensive benefits package, minimum of 90% employer-paid plans for employees and dependents with optional HSA/FSA account offerings

PTO & Federal Holidays: Starting at four weeks of paid time off for vacation, sick, and personal days

Competitive Salary: Value-based compensation, plus enjoy Tennessee's no-income-tax life

End of Year Bonuses: For eligible employees

We always have beverages and snacks available to energize you throughout the day, with paid team meals based on office demands.

401(k)

Relocation Assistance

Professional Development Stipend