Joby Aviation

Senior Test Engineer - Environmental Control System

Joby Aviation$133K — $183K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or relevant discipline with 8+ years of experience, or Master's degree with 6+ years in Test Engineering
  • Experience in thermal management, heat transfer, and electro-mechanical system testing
  • Practical experience with motor control algorithms and software verification
  • Familiarity with lab equipment such as oscilloscopes and data acquisition systems
  • Ability to adapt to evolving requirements and changes

Responsibilities

  • Define test objectives and collaborate with engineers to create test matrices and procedures
  • Coordinate configuration-controlled test articles to achieve testing goals
  • Work with Test Equipment Design Engineers to build and maintain custom test rigs
  • Prepare test execution schedules to ensure resource availability
  • Conduct safe and thorough testing while adhering to engineering processes
  • Analyze test data and generate reports for engineering teams to inform design optimization
  • Participate in root cause analysis and document findings for corrective actions
  • Coordinate with various engineering teams to meet FAA certification requirements

Benefits

  • Paid time off
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
  • Short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Life insurance
  • Additional benefits as part of a comprehensive package
Full Job Description
Overview

Joby Aviation is seeking a passionate, motivated and hands-onSenior TestEngineeron the Electro-Mechanical Test Team to aid in characterization, performance, environmental and reliability testing ofEnvironmental Control System comprising of fan, blower, compressor, heat exchanger, refrigeration controls and relatedsystems and/or components.

Responsibilities
  • Test design and preparation includes:
    • Test engineering: Identify test objective(s), collaborate with design and system engineers to devise test matrices, instrumentation needs, and outline detailed test procedures
    • Test article: Coordinate appropriate and configuration-controlled test articles to meet test objective(s)
    • Test Equipment: Work closely with Test Equipment Design Engineers to have custom test rigs built, assembled, operated, and maintained. Key contributions are defining requirements and expectations of the test stand/test setup to Test Equipment Design Engineers
  • Test execution includes:
    • Provide test execution schedule to ensure test equipment and resources are available to meet test objective(s)
    • Perform safe and thorough testing following Test engineering process to produce data that meet the needs of the program
    • Review and analyze data collected during/after testing to generate reports that will provide quantifiable feedback to the engineering teams that will allow them to optimize their designs and/or show compliance towards certification
  • Participate and contribute to root cause investigation and analysis of sub-systems and components, documenting findings, and providing feedback to appropriate stakeholders for corrective action(s)
  • Work closely with the Test Program Manager to plan assigned work, report status and progress, and ensure tests are properly documented and closed out to meet program objectives
  • Work closely with Design Engineers, System Engineers, Designated Engineering Representatives (DERs), and Certification Engineers to verify that Environmental Control System and/or components meets or exceeds design requirements and provides necessary testing related information and documentation to meet FAA certification requirements
  • Author and/or contribute to the technical writing of Qualification Test Plans and Qualification Test Procedures (QTP) for certification
  • Balance iterative R<D testing and formal FAA witnessed Qualification testing
  • Experience and knowledge around HV safety threats, prevention best practices
Required
  • B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or relevant discipline with 8+ years of work experience, or Master's degree and 6+ years of experince in a relevant industry performing Test Engineering activities
  • Experience in thermal management, heat transfer, refrigeration and electro-mechanical system integration testing, durability and endurance testing
  • Practical experience with motor control algorithm and software verification and validation of electronics ventilation and cabin conditioning components / systems
  • Practical experience in using miscellaneous lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, data acquisition systems, power analyzers, power supplies, 5
  • Be agile and adapt to evolving requirements and change in directions
Desired
  • Experience testing airborne electronic hardware to DO-160, MIL-810 type (or similar standards) environmental tests. Prior DO-160 training is a plus
  • Practical knowledge of root cause analysis (nondestructive) of electronics failure best practices
Additional Information

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is$133,400 - $183,500/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.

About Joby Aviation

Joby Aviation is an aerospace company that is developing an electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for urban air mobility. The company's aircraft is designed to be quiet, efficient, and environmentally friendly, and is intended to provide a faster and more convenient mode of transportation for urban commuters. Joby Aviation was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Santa Cruz, California. The company has received funding from a variety of investors, including Toyota and JetBlue Technology Ventures.
Learn more about Joby Aviation
Size
500 employees
Market Cap
$2 billion
Industry
Founded
2009
NASDAQ

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