Whisper Aero

👥 11-50💰 $33,000,000 Series A almost 2 years agoAir TransportationGreenTechAerospace💼 Private Company
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Whisper Aero is revolutionizing propulsion solutions, creating cleaner, quieter, and more efficient technologies for the future of air travel and beyond. We're developing groundbreaking electric propulsion systems, including our eQ engines and Whisper Jet concepts, to address critical limitations in safety, noise, and performance. Our innovations are also enabling a new generation of air moving products that can blend into the soundscapes of daily life. As an aerospace innovator, we're at the forefront of the GreenTech and Air Transportation industries. Our engineering teams utilize cutting-edge technologies like Euro, CrUX Dataset, and CrUX Top 5m. We pride ourselves on an engineering-focused culture, with a commitment to continuous improvement and iterative design processes. We offer a collaborative and supportive environment where innovation thrives, as demonstrated by our Series A funding of $33M, and we have a number of government contracts currently. Our mission is to create a more compelling and connected future through innovative propulsion solutions. We are a team of approximately 11-50 employees based in Crossville, Tennessee. We offer a range of exciting career opportunities, including brand management, CFD engineering, manufacturing engineering, and more. With top-tier benefits, competitive salaries, and a commitment to professional development, we are an exciting place to build your career.

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  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering (or equivalent) and at least 8 years demonstrated experience designing turbomachinery with an emphasis on fan or compressor blades and vanes
  • Proficiency with SOLIDWORKS or similar 3D CAD software
  • Demonstrated experience drafting 2D drawings and communicating these to suppliers for quote and manufacturing
  • Familiarity with GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) principles
  • Strong knowledge of various airfoil manufacturing processes such as CNC machining, forging, molding, and additive manufacturing
  • Expert level understanding of airfoil material selection including aluminum, titanium, and composites
  • Experience with multiple airfoil attachment methods (machined blisk, welded, dovetail, pin, etc.) and has a thorough understanding of the advantages and risks of each
  • Understanding of airfoil manufacturing methods and the associated tolerances
  • Understanding of blade special processes such as peening, corrosion protection, and wear coatings
  • Demonstrated experience designing for impact (bird, hail, FOD, etc.)
  • Demonstrated experience testing fans or compressors including: Modal testing and blade to blade variation; In operation stress determination using strain gages, tip timing, or similar methods; Fatigue allowables and debits; Blade out and containment
  • Demonstrated experience reducing the iteration timeline between mechanical, stress, and aero disciplines
  • Effective written and oral communication skills
  • A willingness to work on tasks outside your primary job functions
  • Own the design and manufacturing strategy of mechanical components and subsystems for electric propulsors, electric aircraft, and ground support equipment
  • Create engineering drawings, models, and assemblies in CAD and maintain the BOM
  • Develop prototypes and mechanical assemblies, tooling, and ground support equipment
  • Develop analysis tools and best practices for the team to follow based on your experience and subject matter expertise
  • Host design reviews and incorporate design feedback from other teams including mechanical, structures, and aerodynamics
  • Mentor other members of the Mechanical Engineering team
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