PLM Process Analyst - NX CAD

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 CAD Process Analyst to join our team. The goal of a CAD Process Analyst at Wisk is to contribute with the business to define and implement their PLM/CAD needs and transform these into solutions. You will be part of the PLM Processes and Tools team that defines, develops and maintains all Wisk PLM solutions, from Engineering to Manufacturing and In-service. This position is remote in the US and will require travel as needed. In this role you will establish, maintain, and continuously improve the Wisk Way, our standard for model-based definition (MBD), CAD methodologies, and digital design practices. This role is accountable for driving excellence in how engineering teams create, manage, review, release, and reuse 3D models and associated datasets within Siemens NX and Teamcenter. In addition to being the technical expert for NX practices, this position will serve as the process owner and lead SME for NX- and CAD-related PLM initiatives, ensuring that design workflows, modeling standards, and data structures support program requirements, certification readiness, and the broader digital thread. Responsibilities NX & CAD

• Define, publish, and maintain the Wisk Way methodology for NX modeling, including modeling standards, drafting standards, layer/attribute conventions, MBD practices, and file/dataset organization.
• Serve as the primary SME for NX modeling methodologies and engineering design practices across programs.
• Review complex models for compliance and provide corrective feedback to engineering teams.
• Lead cross-functional projects involving NX process development, MBD rollout, CAD maturity improvements, and digital thread integration.
• Establish validation criteria, checklists, and automated quality gates for CAD data quality.
• Collaborate with PLM and IT teams to ensure NX and Teamcenter integration supports Wisk Way practices.
• Define requirements for tooling enhancements, NX, CAD validation tools (e.g., CADIQ), and workflow improvements.
• Test and validate changes to NX configurations, templates, Reuse Library content, and Teamcenter item/dataset structures.

Training & User Enablement

• Develop and deliver Wisk Way training materials, including in-person sessions, eLearning modules, and onboarding content.
• Define, structure and coordinate the NX training sessions with users, management, PLM partners and executives.
• Create coaching programs for Power Users and engineering teams to elevate modeling competency.
• Provide structured feedback and support for engineering teams adopting new standards or workflows.

Troubleshooting & Support

• Serve as an escalation point for complex NX modeling issues and CAD data inconsistencies.
• Partner with PLM Support to resolve root causes, propose system or process fixes, and improve support documentation.
• Assist with regression testing and validation during major NX upgrades or configuration changes.

Requirements

• University degree in engineering or a related field with at least 8 years of experience in aerospace design and PLM process deployment, with a strong emphasis on NX and MBD.
• Deep expertise in Siemens NX, including MBD, PMI, assemblies, drafting, surfacing, expressions, and feature organization.
• Strong understanding of Teamcenter Item Types, Datasets, Workflows, and CAD integrations.
• Understanding of model-based engineering (MBE) and digital thread principles.
• Proven ability to define and enforce CAD standards and modeling methodologies across large engineering teams.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence across Engineering, PLM, Certification, and Manufacturing.
• Experience mentoring, training users, and facilitating cross-functional working groups.

Job Type: Full-time Pay range the company expects to pay: $125,000 - $157,000 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. 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. Wisk Aero provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, ethnic or national origin, age, disability/handicap, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, civil status, political convictions, language, social condition, or any other protected characteristics. In addition to federal law requirements, Wisk Aero abides by applicable provincial 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 Wisk Aero is an E-Verify employer.