# Head of Ground Test at Whisper

- Company: Whisper
- What the company does: Whisper Aero is empowering a more compelling and connected future by creating cleaner, quieter, and more efficient propulsion solutions. Backed by Menlo and Lux.
- Company website: https://www.whisper.aero/
- Type: Startups
- Level: Principal and up
- Location: Crossville, Tennessee, United States
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-10-28
- Apply by: 2026-12-12
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/whisperaero/jobs/5466363008?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/whisper-head-of-ground-test/

## About the role

Whisper Aero is seeking a hands-on Head of Ground Test to lead the team, resources, and processes behind our electric propulsion testing. This role reports to the VP of Engineering Operations. You will lead 12 engineers and technicians, own the test strategy and infrastructure, and deliver accurate, defensible results for our customers. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- BS with 12+ years, MS with 10+ years, or PhD with 8+ years of relevant test experience in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related fields
- 5+ years leading and developing test engineers and technicians
- Deep hands-on experience testing rotating machinery, propulsion, or electromechanical systems
- Expertise in instrumentation, dynamic data acquisition, and signal analysis (FFT, order tracking, modal analysis), Müller-BBM PAK strongly preferred
- Proficiency in Python or MATLAB and working knowledge of high-power electrical systems and safety
- Proven experience building or upgrading test facilities and managing budgets, schedules, and multiple programs

Tags: Testing

Source: 1752vc Careers, https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/whisper-head-of-ground-test/