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Test Intern, Air Management

Our Company

Whisper Aero is pioneering a more compelling and connected future by delivering cleaner, quieter, and more efficient propulsion solutions. Today's open rotor propulsion systems are challenged by safety, noise, and performance limitations at all scales. Whisper's breakthrough technologies allow aircraft to fly anywhere at any time without disturbing communities, at greater speeds, and with incredible improvements in efficiency and cost. Their innovations also enable a new generation of air moving products that can blend into the soundscapes of daily life. Whisper was founded by industry veterans, Mark Moore and Ian Villa, and continues to innovate a future that’s as considerate as it is compelling with its world-class team in Tennessee. 

About the Role

Whisper Aero is seeking an undergraduate or graduate student for a Spring or Summer 2024 Flight Test internship. The primary focus of this role is to assist in the design, built, and testing of Whisper Aero’s aircraft. The candidate will be responsible for developing projects from inception through implementation, owning your work, assisting and learning from engineering mentors, and working across groups.

What You’ll Do

  • Use first principles to determine the validity of an idea (for example: back-of-the-envelope hand calcs or a basic physics model)
  • Design mechanical systems, test equipment, aircraft, or computational models
  • Communicate with other groups to integrate designs and frameworks
  • Prepare and conduct design reviews

Basic Qualifications

  • US Person Status
  • Pursuing a BS or MS in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or related discipline
  • Proficient with CAD (SolidWorks preferred)
  • Experience in flight testing subscale aircraft
  • Experience with projects in field of study
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • A willingness to work on tasks outside your primary job functions

Bonus Qualifications

  • Experience in rapid prototyping, designing to take full advantage of 3D printing tools
  • Drone or model aircraft experience
  • Experience designing tooling, test fixtures, and ground equipment
  • Experience constructing, running, and validating models
  • Experience designing electronic assemblies
  • Proficient with any of the discipline-specific software: Python, LabVIEW, EAGLE, AVL, OpenVSP

Benefits: 

  • Top-tier Benefits: 100% paid Medical, dental, and vision for employees, 75% paid for dependents
  • 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

Whisper Aero is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Whisper Aero also participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

 

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SALARY RANGE
$40,000/yr - $60,000/yr
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Internship, on-site
DATE POSTED
March 15, 2025

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