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Joby Aviation

Flight Test Engineer

East Garrison, CA · On-site

$107K - $174K/yr

Conducts engineering analysis of flight test data to support aircraft design and certification deliverables. * Coordinates with other engineering groups to ensure input from subject matter experts ...

Joby Aviation

Flight Test Engineer

Marina, CA · On-site

$107K - $174K/yr

Conducts engineering analysis of flight test data to support aircraft design and certification deliverables * Coordinates with other engineering groups to ensure input from subject matter experts ...

Stratolaunch

Flight Test Engineer

Mojave, CA · On-site

We deliver flight data critical to validating system performance and achieving rapid technology ... As a Flight Test Engineer , you will enable development and successful flight testing of ...

Stratolaunch

Flight Test Engineer

California, MO · On-site

We deliver flight data critical to validating system performance and achieving rapid technology ... As a Flight Test Engineer , you will enable development and successful flight testing of ...

Stratolaunch

We deliver flight data critical to validating system performance and achieving rapid technology ... As a Flight Test Engineer , you will enable development and successful flight testing of ...

Joby Aviation

Staff Flight Test Engineer

Marina, CA · On-site

$173K - $219K/yr

Conducts engineering analysis of flight test data to support aircraft design and certification deliverables * Coordinates with other engineering groups to ensure input from subject matter experts ...

Skydio

Flight Test Engineer - Wireless

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$120K - $150K/yr

This role will be responsible for testing and validating the RF system with real‑world flight data and simulated lab results using our cutting edge RF lab. As one of Skydio's wireless test ...

Shield AI

Flight Test Engineer (R5898)

Wichita, KS

$115K - $215K/yr

Analyze ground and flight test data to identify performance trends, anomalies, root causes, and corrective actions * Coordinate with engineering teams to validate requirements, troubleshoot issues ...

Shield AI

Flight Test Engineer (R5898)

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$115K - $215K/yr

Analyze ground and flight test data to identify performance trends, anomalies, root causes, and corrective actions * Coordinate with engineering teams to validate requirements, troubleshoot issues ...

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Senior Flight Research Flight Test Engineer

Concord, CA • On-site

Joby Aviation
Aviation • 1 - 5K employees
Learn more about Joby Aviationexternal

$121K - $206K/yr

Other

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

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 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 in related field
  • 5+ years of experience in related field
  • 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 $121,500 - $206,100/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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