Flight Test Engineering Lead

Overview

Joby Aviation is seeking a passionate and driven Flight Test Engineer Lead to join our flight test team. This role presents a unique opportunity to lead a highly talented team of flight test engineers while utilizing a wide range of knowledge and skill, including developing detailed flight test plans for experimental CTOL / VTOL fly-by-wire aircraft, executing testing as a crewmember, and analyzing test data. The role involves developing flight test program strategies as well as execution of both development and certification flight testing. Flight testing at Joby Aviation is very fast-paced, and we are looking for an individual who can work with system designers to develop test procedures, deal with frequently changing test scenarios, and lead / follow effectively. Previous experience and / or training as a Flight Test Engineer is required. While the flight test team is based in Marina, CA, opportunities exist for various deployment missions around the world. Successful candidates relocating to the Marina area will initially be required to support regular short-duration deployments to Edwards AFB.

Responsibilities

• As a people manager, lead a team of up to 10 flight test engineers, providing mentorship and managerial support.
• As a technical leader, manage the flight test program in the assigned technical / operational areas.
• Collaborate with fellow leads in the Flight Test team to implement / improve flight test processes.
• Develop test programs to strategically expand the envelope and capabilities of our vehicles from experimental development through certification flight test.
• Perform flight test planning, flight readiness reviews, flight briefs / debriefs, act as a crewmember during test execution and perform post flight data analysis.
• 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 informs test planning and test execution.
• 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 the nature of the data to inform real time decisions affecting safety, efficiency and effectiveness.
• Develop expert level knowledge of the systems and aircraft under test.
• 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.

Required

Desired

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $176,500 - $219,870 / 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 Aviation is an equal opportunity employer.

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