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Joby Aviation · 3 weeks ago

System Safety Engineer, Automation

positionSanta Cruz, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$119K/yr - $158K/yr
date5+ years exp

Joby Aviation is focused on making the dream of piloted air taxis a reality. They are seeking a highly skilled Python developer to build software tools that support systems engineering and system safety processes for safety-critical systems development and certification.

AerospaceAir TransportationElectric VehicleTransportation
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Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain Python-based tools and automation scripts in a Windows environment
Contribute to system engineering and system safety efforts for complex systems, including documentation and tool support
Participate in code reviews, testing, and validation of systems engineering and system safety related software tools

Qualification

Python developmentARP4761ARP4754AFAA certificationAircraft reliabilityRTCA/DO-178RTCA/DO-254STPA methodsDassault Systemes toolsPrivate pilot certificate

Required

Bachelors or higher degree in Engineering discipline - Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace preferred
5+ years of professional experience in Python development, preferably in a Windows environment
Experience with aircraft reliability and maintenance programs
Able to read and review technical schematics and engineering drawings and specifications

Preferred

FAA certification experience, specifically certifying complex, integrated aircraft systems
Experience with 2X.1309 analyses and guidance material – such as Advisory Circular 23.1309-1E, SAE ARP 4761, and SAE ARP 4754A
A basic understanding of aviation software development and system communication protocols
A basic understanding of RTCA/DO-178 and RTCA/DO-254
Experience using STPA methods on complex systems
Familiar with Dassault Systemes engineering and management tools
Private pilot certificate

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
And more

Company

Joby Aviation

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Joby Aviation is an aerospace transportation company developing electric aircrafts.
dateFounded in 2009
location
Santa Cruz, California, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.jobyaviation.com

H1B Sponsorship

Joby Aviation has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2022 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$3.02B
Key Investors
Toyota MotorGovernor’s Office of Business & Economic DevelopmentBaillie Gifford
2025-10-07Post Ipo Equity· $591M
2025-05-27Post Ipo Equity· $250M
2024-10-24Post Ipo Equity· $202M

Leadership Team

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Eric Allison
Chief Product Officer
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Gregory Bowles
Chief Policy Officer
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