Overview
We're looking for a Test Equipment Design Engineer to design, build, and integrate Test Enabling Hardware (TEH) supporting program test milestones — from test stands and fixtures to instrumentation and flight-critical component test setups. This is a hands-on IC role covering the full lifecycle: concept, design, fabrication, integration, and formal release.
Responsibilities
Design & Development
- Architect test fixturing and mechanical layout from ambiguous or evolving requirements
- Design hardware to assemble, install, and validate/verify flight-critical components and systems, partnering with Airframe/Actuators, Propulsion, Avionics, and Software teams to capture design requirements
- Design test stands and fixtures for electrical, thermal, static, and dynamic testing, including HIL systems
- Select and integrate instrumentation (sensors, DAQ, power supplies, signal conditioning)
- Create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and CAD models
Build & Integration
- Develop drawing packages, BOMs, and assembly instructions; procure hardware and coordinate manufacturing with internal/external shops
- Fabricate components using machine shop equipment (lathe, mill, welder) as needed
- Lead integration and commissioning, including on-the-fly design changes to keep pace with hardware modifications
- Troubleshoot and debug test system issues during setup and execution
- Partner with Lab Operations to ensure safe integration into the P&E Test Lab (power, compressed air, facility readiness)
Documentation & Compliance
- Prepare BOMs, drawings, and documentation to support formal release; ensure FAA certification/qualification compliance where applicable
- Follow formal release, configuration management, and change control processes
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or related field, plus 8+ years of relevant experience in test/mechanical equipment design (or equivalent)
- Strong mechanical design experience, including heavily loaded, high-precision components, weldments, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems
- Hands-on machine shop skills (lathe, mill, welder)
- Proficiency with CAD tools and electrical schematic design
- Experience with machine control panel wiring and design
- Track record taking projects from concept through commissioning
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills; comfortable working hands-on in a lab/shop environment
Desired
- Software skills for test automation/data acquisition (Python, LabVIEW, C#)
- Working knowledge of SCADA systems
- Familiarity with FAA certification and safety-critical testing
- Experience with HIL test systems and powertrain/electronics testing
- Experience within an IPT structure
Additional Information
Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is$141,600 - $194,700/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.
