Senior Battery Thermal Analyst

2 Months ago • 5 Years + • $142,408 PA - $167,539 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

As a Senior Battery Thermal Analyst at Wisk, you will ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable thermal performance of high-power battery systems for electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. You will be part of the Energy Storage and Power Systems (ESPS) product team, focusing on thermal analysis, simulations, and validation efforts. You will perform detailed thermal analysis and simulations, develop thermal models, design and execute thermal validation tests, collaborate with various teams, conduct thermal runaway modeling, and support certification efforts. Additionally, you will be responsible for developing high-fidelity thermal models, supporting problem-solving activities, analyzing test data, designing thermal test plans, and ensuring compliance with aviation battery safety standards. The role involves planning and executing thermal simulations and failure mode assessments.

Must have:

Experience with battery thermal analysis, preferably in aerospace or automotive.
Hands-on experience with thermal modeling and simulation tools.
Deep knowledge of heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and multi-physics simulations.
Experience in thermal test design, including sensor selection and data analysis.
Familiarity with aviation battery safety standards for thermal management.

Good to have:

Experience with thermal runaway propagation modeling and fire suppression.
Experience in the electric powertrains or aerospace electrification industries.

Perks:

Competitive base salary.
Annual bonus.
Long term incentive.
401K.
Health benefits.
9 off Fridays.
Flexible vacation time off.
11 company holidays.
401(k) plan with 50% company matching vested immediately.
Commuter assistance.
Education assistance.
Free catered lunches.
Flight lessons.
Wellness allowances.
Snacks.
Drinks.
Employee referral bonus.
Charitable giving match.
Patent bonus program.

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Job Details

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!

We are looking for a Senior Battery Thermal Analyst to join our team. The goal of a Senior Battery Thermal Analyst at Wisk is to ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable thermal performance of high-power battery systems for our electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. You will be part of the Energy Storage and Power Systems (ESPS) product team, focusing on thermal analysis, simulations, and validation efforts to support the development of advanced battery thermal management strategies.

This is a hybrid work opportunity. At Wisk, this means working onsite at our Mountain View, CA office three days per week, with flexibility for remote work on the remaining days.

In this role, you will:

Perform detailed thermal analysis and simulations to evaluate battery cell, module, and pack-level thermal behavior under various operating conditions.
Develop thermal models using CFD, FEA, and multi-physics simulation tools to optimize battery cooling and heating strategies.
Design and execute thermal validation tests, including calorimetry, thermal imaging, and environmental chamber testing, to correlate simulations with real-world performance.
Collaborate with battery design, powertrain, and system integration teams to define and validate thermal management solutions.
Conduct thermal runaway modeling, propagation analysis, and safety assessments to enhance battery system reliability.
Support certification efforts, ensuring compliance with aviation safety standards and thermal performance requirements.

What you will do:

As part of the ESPS organization and deployed in the Battery Thermal Engineering sub-team, you will act as a Senior Battery Thermal Analyst for a novel type of aircraft development targeting the autonomous Urban Air Mobility (UAM) market.
You will take part in developing high-fidelity thermal models and simulations to evaluate battery pack performance in real-world conditions.
You will support cross-functional teams, including thermal engineers, battery design, and safety teams, to optimize thermal management strategies.
You will help support problem-solving activities related to battery thermal challenges, including excessive heat generation, cooling system inefficiencies, and thermal runaway risks.
You will take part in analyzing test data, correlating simulations with experimental results, and refining thermal models for accuracy.
You will be responsible for designing thermal test plans, instrumentation setup, and data collection methodologies for validation testing.
In some areas, you will be working closely with certification and regulatory teams to ensure compliance with aviation battery safety standards.
You will plan and execute thermal simulations, sensitivity analyses, and failure mode assessments to support battery system safety and performance.
As a Senior Battery Thermal Analyst, you will help define thermal design criteria, simulation methodologies, and validation processes for next-generation battery systems.

Requirements:

B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Thermal Sciences, or a related field with at least 5+ years of experience in battery thermal analysis, preferably in aerospace, automotive, or energy industries.
You have worked in battery systems, electric powertrains, or aerospace electrification industries.
You have hands-on experience with thermal modeling and simulation tools such as ANSYS Fluent, COMSOL, STAR-CCM+, MATLAB, or GT-SUITE.
You have a deep and applied knowledge of heat transfer, fluid dynamics, electro-thermal coupling, and multi-physics simulations.
You have led projects that achieved thermal performance optimization, safety improvements, or efficiency enhancements in battery systems.
You have experience in thermal test design, including sensor selection, test setup, and data analysis for correlation with simulations.
You are familiar with aviation battery safety standards (DO-311A, ARP4761, AS6413) and industry best practices for thermal management.
Experience with thermal runaway propagation modeling, fire suppression methods, and thermal testing techniques is a plus.
This role may require up to 20% travel for testing, supplier visits, or regulatory engagements.

$142,408 - $167,539 a year

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: $142,408 - $167,539 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.

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