Joby Aviation · 15 hours ago
Flight Test Instrumentation Systems Lead
Marina, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$171K/yr - $235K/yr
10+ years expJoby Aviation is working towards the certification of their eVTOL aircraft and is seeking a Flight Test Instrumentation Systems Lead to join their flight test team. This role involves leading a technical team in developing and maintaining Flight Test Instrumentation systems while collaborating with various engineering disciplines to ensure successful flight testing.
AerospaceAir TransportationElectric VehicleTransportation
Responsibilities
Lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians responsible for developing, installing, configuring, and maintaining Flight Test Instrumentation (FTI) systems & Ground Control Stations (GCS) across the Joby flight test fleet
Drive the development of processes for the design, installation, and configuration control of instrumentation systems to support developmental and certification flight testing
Oversee the design and integration of instrumentation hardware, sensors, and telemetry systems to ensure accurate and reliable data acquisition
Collaborate closely with test directors, pilots, and engineering teams to define instrumentation requirements and ensure test readiness
Provide technical guidance on FTI troubleshooting, system maintenance, and data quality assurance
Support the development and refinement of GCS and telemetry systems that directly interface with the test aircraft
Foster innovation by evaluating and integrating new instrumentation technologies and methods into the Flight Test Department
Manage project schedules, resources, and budgets related to instrumentation deliverables
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field
10+ years of experience in the design, implementation, or utilization of instrumentation systems in experimental and/or certification flight testing
Demonstrated experience in training, mentoring, and leading technical personnel
Expert-level proficiency in: Flight Test Instrumentation system design and implementation on experimental Aircraft
Expert-level proficiency in: Data acquisition hardware, telemetry operations, and industry standards
Expert-level proficiency in: Maintenance and troubleshooting of instrumentation systems and sensors
Strong knowledge of flight test configuration management processes
Proven ability to create comprehensive procedures and technical reports
Experience working with ground and flight test teams across various categories of Aircraft
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic environment
Preferred
Experience with supporting software tools for instrumentation and test data management
3D design and CAD experience
FAA Part 23/25/29 or equivalent EASA certification experience and knowledge
Familiarity with certification of air data systems
Experience using LabView
Prior experience building, leading, and managing technical teams
Benefits
Paid time off
Healthcare benefits
A 401(k) plan with a company match
An employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Life insurance
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Company
Joby Aviation
Joby Aviation is an aerospace transportation company developing electric aircrafts.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.26BKey Investors
Toyota MotorGovernor’s Office of Business & Economic DevelopmentBaillie Gifford
2026-01-29Post Ipo Equity· $576M
2026-01-29Post Ipo Debt· $662.4M
2025-10-07Post Ipo Equity· $591M
Leadership Team
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Chief Product Officer
Gregory Bowles
Chief Policy Officer
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