Flight Test Instrumentation & Software Tools Lead

Overview

Joby Aviation is seeking a passionate and driven Flight Test Instrumentation & Software Tools Lead to join our flight test team. This role presents a unique opportunity to lead a highly talented technical team while technically engaging in a wide range of hands-on work on instrumentation and software tools to support development and certification flight test programs of new and novel eVTOL aircraft. Flight testing at Joby Aviation is very fast-paced, and we are looking for an individual who can work with various stakeholders across the company, deal with frequently changing test scenarios, and lead/follow effectively.

Responsibilities

• As a people manager, lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers and technicians responsible for developing, configuring, and maintaining Flight Test Instrumentation systems, Ground Controls Stations & Software Tools used within the Flight Test Department. 
• Lead the development of processes for the design, installation, maintenance and configuration control of all Flight Test Instrumentation across the Joby flight test fleet.
• Oversee the design of all flight test specific hardware and software that supports the developmental and certification flight test programs.   
• Guide the architecture of processes and software tools to help smooth the transition from developmental flight testing into certification flight testing. 
• Foster innovation by evaluating and integrating new technologies into the Flight Test Department.
• Manage project schedules, resources and budgets for Flight Test Instrumentation, Ground Control Station and Software Tool deliverables.

Required

• Bachelor of Science (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or other technical field).
• 10+ years of experience as an engineer intimately involved in design, implementation, or utilization of instrumentation systems and/or software tools in experimental flight testing.
• Demonstrated experience in training and mentoring technical personnel.
• Extensive experience in the following areas with expert-level proficiency in at least one of them:
• Flight Test Instrumentation System
• Instrumentation systems design and implementation on experimental aircraft.
• Data acquisition hardware, telemetry operations, and industry standards.
• Maintenance of FTI systems and sensors.
• Software Tool
• Software development for engineering applications, real-time data systems, and data analysis tools.
• Programming languages such as Python (extensive experience required), C++, Javascript, and Matlab.
• Data manipulation, including large-scale data changes in formats like YAML.
• General software packages, languages, and libraries such as Angular, SQL, and Git.
• Experience with flight test configuration management processes.
• 3D design experience
• Proven ability to create comprehensive procedures and reports.
• Experience working with ground and flight test teams across various categories of aircraft.
• Excellent verbal and technical writing skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
• A proactive team player who maintains a strong sense of urgency in communications and actions.

Desired

• Experience in using LabView.
• Demonstrated experience in building, leading, and managing technical teams, particularly in instrumentation and/or software development domains.
• FAA Part 23/25/29 or equivalent EASA certification experience and knowledge.
• Knowledge and experience with the certification of air data systems.

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $160,500 - $214,000/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.