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Senior/Staff Flight Research Flight Test Engineer
Joby Aviation —Concord, CA
- $167,900 - $245,000 a year
- Extended hours
- Bachelor of Science
- English
- Research
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Disability insurance

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Senior/Staff Flight Research Flight Test Engineer

Joby Aviation -
Concord, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$167,900 - $245,000 a year

Benefits

Employee stock purchase plan
Disability insurance
Health insurance
RSU
Paid time off
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Engineering development testing
English
Aviation
Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description

Company Overview

Joby Flight Research designs, develops, and flight-tests novel aircraft using a software-first autonomy approach. We build and deploy autonomy, perception, planning, and radar systems across conventional, electric, and hydrogen-electric aircraft in both CTOL and VTOL configurations.

Overview

Joby Aviation’s Flight Research team is looking for a Flight Test Flight Engineer to support its advanced development efforts. This role will primarily focus on the autonomy portfolio which includes the Cessna Caravan platform. Drawing on your experience flight testing large aircraft, the role will provide ownership of a wide range of development, testing, analysis, and reporting activities.

The ideal candidate will also hold FAA pilot certificates and will be able to operate large uncrewed aircraft.

Responsibilities

Work closely with discipline engineers, test pilots, maintenance, and leadership to establish and execute flight test programs of complex vehicles and systems
Develop expert level knowledge of the systems and aircraft under test
Perform flight test planning, flight readiness reviews, flight briefs/debriefs, act as a crewmember during test execution and perform post flight data analysis
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 nature of the data to inform real time decisions affecting safety, efficiency and effectiveness
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
At least 10% travel required to support short term participation in military exercises or other remote test campaigns

Required

Bachelor's degree +8yrs; Master's + 6yrs;PhD + 3yrs
Bachelor of Science (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or other technical field) degree or equivalent experience and training
Previous experimental flight test experience as a Flight Test Engineer- particularly in a Test Conductor role
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

This position must meet US export control compliance requirements, therefore a candidate must qualify as a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15. “US Person” includes US Citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees.

Desired

FTE graduate of a recognized test pilot school or equivalent on the job experience
FAA private pilot or commercial pilot certificate with instrument rating
- An ability to maintain an FAA Class II medical
Data analysis experience using Matlab, Python or similar
Familiarity with FAA Order 4040.26C
Experience with liquid hydrogen vehicles

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $167,900 - $245,000/yr. The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 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, and more.

Additional Information

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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