Senior Test Engineer - Environmental Control System

Senior Test Engineer

Joby Aviation is seeking a passionate, motivated and hands-on Senior Test Engineer on the Electro-Mechanical Test Team to aid in characterization, performance, environmental and reliability testing of Environmental Control System comprising of fan, blower, compressor, heat exchanger, refrigeration controls and related systems and/or components.

• 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

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or relevant discipline with 8+ years of work experience, or Master's degree and 6+ years of experience 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, …
• Be agile and adapt to evolving requirements and change in directions

• 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

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.

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer