Mechanical Engineering Technician
Whisper Aero
About this role
An Engineering Technician role based onsite in Nashville, TN focused on assembling prototype engine and aerospace hardware, operating ground test equipment, and maintaining rapid prototyping tools. The position requires hands-on experience with aerospace system hardware and instrumentation, a strong emphasis on lab safety, and the ability to troubleshoot and develop creative solutions. The technician will support test setup, data acquisition, and prototype fabrication in a collaborative R&D environment.
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About Whisper Aero
whisper.aeroWhisper Aero designs and manufactures ultra-quiet, efficient, and scalable electric propulsion systems for aircraft. Their technology pairs electric propulsion with acoustic engineering to cut noise and emissions while improving efficiency and operational performance. Whisper partners with aircraft OEMs and operators to enable electrification across urban air mobility, eVTOL, and regional aviation programs, aiming to make flight cleaner, quieter, and more connected.
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About Whisper Aero
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$90k – $121k
per year