Joby Aviation · 1 day ago
Staff Flight Test Engineer
Marina, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$174K/yr - $219K/yr
10+ years expJoby Aviation is focused on developing and certifying electric air taxis. They are looking for a Staff Flight Test Engineer to lead the flight test program, develop test plans, execute testing, and analyze data to ensure the safety and effectiveness of their aircraft.
AerospaceAir TransportationElectric VehicleTransportation
Responsibilities
As a technical leader, manage the flight test program in the assigned technical/operational areas
Provide mentorship and guidance to junior flight test engineers in the assigned technical area
Collaborate with leads in the Flight Test team to implement/improve flight test processes
Develop test programs to strategically expand the envelope and capabilities of our vehicles from experimental development through certification flight test
Perform flight test planning, flight readiness reviews, flight briefs/debriefs, act as a crewmember during test execution and perform post flight data analysis
Conducts engineering analysis of flight test data to support aircraft design and certification deliverables
Coordinates with other engineering groups to ensure input from subject matter experts informs test planning and test execution
Works as a member of the flight crew including monitoring data in real time to assure the safety and proper conduct of flight tests
Reports on completed tests including reporting any observed deficiencies and findings of compliance with requirements or regulations
Advises the flight test pilot of the nature of the data to inform real time decisions affecting safety, efficiency and effectiveness
Develop expert level knowledge of the systems and aircraft under test
Completes administrative work associated with testing including configuration management, squawk reporting, flight limitation management and test card creation
Assists with troubleshooting and root cause investigation of issues observed during flight testing
Develops flight manuals and supporting documentation necessary to operate the vehicles in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices
Other duties as assigned or required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or other technical field) degree or equivalent experience and training
A minimum of 10 years of experimental flight test experience as a Flight Test Engineer
Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with colleagues across a wide range of technical disciplines
Strong technical and analytical skills
Must be able to work both independently and on a team and be able to work extended hours and travel as required
Read and speak English proficiently
At least 30% travel required
Preferred
Experience in managing a technical team
FTE graduate of a recognized test pilot school or equivalent, or on-the-job experience
Data analysis experience using Matlab, Python or similar
Civil aircraft certification experience including use of ARP 4754 processes for requirements and FAA AC 23-8C or AC 27-1B for flight test
Experimental flight test experience as a Flight Test Engineer, preferably including VTOL or STOVL and fly-by-wire
Flight Analyst DER or ODA Unit Member
Familiarity with FAA Order 4040.26C
Benefits
Paid time off
Healthcare benefits
401(k) plan with a company match
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
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Eric Allison
Chief Product Officer
Gregory Bowles
Head of Government Affairs
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