Joby Aviation · 3 months ago
Senior Test Engineer (Structures)
US-CA-Santa Cruz
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$125K/yr - $211K/yr
6+ years expJoby Aviation is a company focused on creating a network of electric air taxis. They are seeking a Senior Test Engineer to support the Testing Team by performing structural testing of flight critical structures for VTOL electric aircraft, preparing test procedures, executing tests, and analyzing test data to inform hardware design efforts.
AerospaceAir TransportationElectric VehicleTransportation
Responsibilities
Create test setups to validate the structural characteristics of primary and secondary aircraft structures (primarily composite) by working closely with the aircraft design teams to capture the nuances of aircraft design loads and operating conditions
Develop formal test plans, test procedures, instrumentation plans, test stand/fixture designs, data acquisition architectures, and any other necessary tools to allow for thorough and repeatable testing of specimens as discussed
Analyze data collected during the aforementioned tests to generate reports that will provide quantifiable feedback to the engineering teams that will allow them to optimize their designs
Qualification
Required
Experience with hardware testing in a laboratory environment
Ability to perform hands on tests including setting up and executing tests with test hardware and data acquisition
Structural engineering experience including non-metallic and composite materials, preferably aerospace structures
Experience using sensors such as strain gages, potentiometers, accelerometers, etc. (including sensor installation)
Fluent in data acquisition techniques, signal conditioning, and data processing techniques associated with above sensors
Experience with mechanical design and manufacturing drawing creation, Computer Aided Design (CAD)
Excellent problem solving and communication skills
Strong analytical background
B.S & 8+ years relevant experience or M.S & 6+ years relevant experience
Preferred
3+ years hands on composite testing
Experience with aircraft FAA certification processes
Experience with industrial test laboratory environments and procedures
Experience with Dassault Systemes Catia, specifically using Generative Shape Design, Part Design and Assembly Design
Experience working with advanced instrumentation, Digital Image Correlation, Fiber Optic strain, etc
Hands on machine shop skills using lathe, mill, welder, and other machine shop equipment
Aircraft homebuilding or rapid prototyping experience is a plus
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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