Joby Aviation

Wiring Systems Engineer, Flight Research

Joby Aviation$90K — $155K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. in electrical engineering or relevant discipline with 3+ years of experience, or 5+ years of experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and effective teamwork abilities across functions.
  • Hands-on experience with design, prototyping, and testing.
  • 8+ years of experience preferred.
  • Proficiency in Catia for Electrical Design and related areas.

Responsibilities

  • Generate architecture and power distribution diagrams while analyzing tradeoffs.
  • Select electrical components from catalogs and custom designs.
  • Perform voltage and ampacity analysis to ensure system integrity.
  • Design electrical system installations using CAD and create 2D drawings.
  • Manufacture and install electrical designs into aircraft.
  • Iterate designs based on a build-test-learn feedback loop.
  • Maintain control over designs using interface and configuration documents.

Benefits

  • Paid time off for work-life balance.
  • Comprehensive healthcare benefits.
  • 401(k) plan with company match for retirement savings.
  • Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) for additional investment opportunities.
  • Disability coverage to support long-term health needs.
  • Life insurance for peace of mind.
Full Job Description
Overview

Joby Aviation is seeking a passionate engineer to join our team to develop electrical wiring systems on new aviation projects. In a rapid prototyping environment, the engineer will be responsible for designing the architecture, components, assemblies, and installations; building test articles, manufacturing assemblies, and installing them; and running tests and iterating. Working with a relatively small cross-functional team on a new development project, the engineer will have the opportunity to learn about other functional disciplines, systems, and new technologies with which the electrical system interfaces. This position is exciting and rewarding, as the engineer will promptly see their ideas grow firsthand from concept to creation and implementation.

Responsibilities
  • Generate architecture and power distribution diagrams and analyze tradeoffs
  • Select electrical components from COTS catalogues and custom designs
  • Perform voltage and ampacity analysis
  • Design electrical system installations in CAD and 2D drawings
  • Manufacture and install electrical designs into aircraft
  • Iterate quickly following the design, build, test strategy
  • Control designs via interface and configuration documents
Required
  • B.S. in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, other relevant discipline and 3+ years of working experience in a relevant industry OR in lieu of a degree, 5+ years of working experience in a relevant industry
  • Excellent problem solving and teamwork skills, working with people cross-functionally
  • Experience with hands-on design, prototyping, and testing
Desired
  • 8+ years of working experience in relevant industry
  • Proficiency with Catia, specifically using Electrical 3D Design, Electrical 3D Part Design, Electrical Manufacturing Preparation, Assembly Design, Part Design, and Generative Shape Design
  • Familiarity with EWIS aerospace standards, such as SAE AS50881, AC 43.13 Ch.11, ASTM F2639, etc.
  • Understanding of ERP/MRP/PLM solutions
Additional Information

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $90,800 - $155,400/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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