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!

Wisk is seeking a proven manufacturing leader—ideally with experience in aerospace, automotive, or other complex manufacturing industries—to lead the execution of our current Production System and help architect the next generation of our manufacturing operations. As a Director of Manufacturing, you will play a key role in shaping and scaling Wisk’s manufacturing capabilities to support high-rate production of our aircraft in the coming years.

You will be part of a team committed to developing a world-class Lean Production System—one that empowers Wisk to revolutionize aircraft manufacturing through quality, innovation, and a culture grounded in safety, respect, and trust-driven collaboration.

You will lead our in-house production shops—including composites, power and propulsion, the machine shop, and emergent operations—ensuring safe, high-quality, and cost-effective output. This role requires a leader who can navigate seamlessly between strategic vision and hands-on execution, and who thrives in an environment where processes are still evolving.

This is a highly collaborative, cross-functional position that requires strong leadership, systems thinking, and the ability to influence and align stakeholders across engineering, operations, quality, supply chain, facilities, safety, finance, and more.

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.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and grow a high-performing manufacturing team, fostering a culture of safety, mutual respect, and trust-driven collaboration.
Lead day-to-day manufacturing operations across Wisk’s Bay Area production facilities, ensuring safety, quality, schedule, and cost objectives are consistently met.
Drive the development and implementation of an integrated Production System roadmap aligned with Wisk’s mid- and long-term business goals.
Contribute to the design of factory process flows, conceptual layouts, and strategic decisions related to our future high-rate production facility—including location selection and factory commissioning.
Oversee the execution of Low Rate Initial Production (LRIP) and plan for ramp-up to Full Rate Production, including resource planning and team scaling.
Support the development of systems and processes required to obtain a FAA Part 21 Production Certificate.
Collaborate with engineering, production engineering, and quality to ensure design for manufacturability (DFM) and robust new product introductions (NPI).
Translate strategic objectives into actionable plans and lead their execution through a team of direct and matrixed reports.
Lead and grow a high-performing manufacturing team, fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Own and manage annual production budgets, including resource allocation and cost control.
Serve as a key liaison between executive leadership and operations, communicating risks, milestones, and priorities clearly and effectively.

Required

B.S. in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering, Operations Research, or a related field.
15+ years of manufacturing experience in high-complexity environments, with 3–5 years in senior leadership roles managing cross-functional teams.
Deep expertise in Lean Manufacturing principles, with a strong track record of driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Experience leading factory operations, including shop floor management, process development, and team leadership.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and coaching skills, with the ability to lead through influence and build trust across all levels of the organization.
Ability to travel ~10% to visit suppliers or benchmark facilities.

Preferred

M.S. in Industrial Engineering, Operations Research, Engineering Systems, or a related discipline.
Experience with composites manufacturing and emerging materials.
Background in new product introductions (NPI), ideally in a regulated industry.
Familiarity with ERP and MES system deployment and integration.

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: $221,298 - $260,350 per year - The starting base salary 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 is 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, 9 off Fridays for full-time employees throughout the year, flexible vacation 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, employee referral bonus, charitable giving match, patent bonus program, and more.

To all recruitment agencies: Wisk Aero does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Wisk Aero employees, or any other organization location. Wisk Aero is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check. Wisk Aero provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Wisk Aero abides by applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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