Jobs at Joby Aviation

Own and expand hardware-in-the-loop, software-in-the-loop, and aircraft-in-the-loop testing for flight automation systems. Develop simulation infrastructure, fault-injection frameworks, CI pipelines, and C++/Python tests. Integrate sensors and actuators over embedded buses, maintain physical test rigs, debug failures, and convert flight behavior into repeatable validation scenarios. The role requires strong embedded software, real-time and safety-critical systems knowledge, Linux debugging, CI, and automated test infrastructure experience.

Lead a team developing embedded hardware emulators for hardware-in-the-loop testing of aircraft flight electronics. Responsibilities include understanding aircraft electrical and software architectures, building modular emulation software, enabling functional testing and fault injection, analyzing complex code and requirements, and collaborating with systems, simulation, FPGA, flight software, verification, and certification teams.

Leads system-level integration, verification, and validation testing for aircraft battery and energy storage systems. Develops test matrices, procedures, instrumentation, and configuration-controlled test articles; operates battery labs and high-voltage test equipment; evaluates BMS behavior, communications, fault handling, environmental performance, and mission profiles. Analyzes test data, investigates anomalies, supports FAA qualification testing, documents results, coordinates test reviews, and advances test automation while maintaining high-voltage safety practices.

Designs and develops electrical subsystems and mixed-signal PCBs for aircraft ground-charging systems. Responsibilities include schematic creation, component selection, PCB layout collaboration, hardware debugging, high-voltage system commissioning, requirements development, DFMEA participation, and test validation. The engineer collaborates across firmware, mechanical, software, and supply-chain teams while optimizing designs for reliability, efficiency, EMI performance, and regulatory certification.

Own the strategic vision, roadmap, and end-to-end delivery of factory systems supporting aerospace manufacturing and certification. Translate business requirements into technical solutions, coordinate engineering and cross-functional stakeholders, analyze systemic issues, improve execution velocity, and track performance metrics. The role manages complex integrations across manufacturing, quality, engineering, IT, supply chain, and external partners in a regulated, high-ambiguity environment.

Lead end-to-end product design for internal factory systems supporting aircraft manufacturing, inspection, maintenance, supply chain, quality, and certification workflows. Conduct discovery, research, workflow mapping, prototyping, usability testing, visual design, and implementation support. Collaborate with product, engineering, data, and operations teams to define requirements, prioritize scope, document decisions, and deliver intuitive, scalable enterprise software.

Mechanical Engineering Intern supporting autonomy and system electronics mechanical design for electric air taxis. Responsibilities include CAD design, rapid prototyping, development testing, mass optimization, stress and thermal analysis, troubleshooting, system safety and reliability, requirements integration, and design for manufacturability. The intern will collaborate cross-functionally on electromechanical assemblies and perception systems. Candidates must pursue a mechanical or aerospace engineering degree, have CAD proficiency, and understand statics, dynamics, heat transfer, and materials science.

Leads Joby’s South Korea market entry by managing government and regulatory engagement while developing and closing strategic commercial partnerships. The role shapes UAM policy positioning, builds relationships with Korean ministries and infrastructure authorities, structures agreements across aviation, mobility, telecommunications, and real estate, and transitions partnerships into operational pilots. It also defines regional commercial strategy, advises cross-functional teams, represents Joby with senior stakeholders, and supports international market expansion.

Electrical Engineering Intern supporting electric air taxi development through board design, system integration, validation testing, functional testing, test setup creation, soldering, and board-level rework. The intern will work with a small engineering team and gain hands-on experience designing, testing, and integrating aircraft electronics. Candidates must be pursuing an engineering or computer science degree and demonstrate problem-solving, communication, and a willingness to learn.

Design and certify flight-critical electro-mechanical actuators for electric aircraft. Responsibilities include requirements management, CAD design, technical drawings, hardware procurement, certification documentation, prototype and production support, actuator assembly and testing, data analysis, root cause and failure analysis, and fleet operations support. The role collaborates with engineering, certification, manufacturing, technicians, and flight-test teams, requiring regular onsite work in Santa Cruz, California.

Develop and improve aircraft flight control algorithms, simulations, and analysis frameworks. Create requirements, test cases, compliance artifacts, and verification procedures. Analyze flight and system test data, debug performance and failure handling, and support envelope expansion flight testing. Collaborate with aircraft, safety, avionics, loads, performance, rotor dynamics, modeling, certification, software, and test teams to refine aircraft design and validate system behavior.

Supports experimental and certification flight testing for CTOL/VTOL fly-by-wire aircraft. Responsibilities include flight test planning, readiness reviews, ground control station operations, simulator evaluation and development, test data analysis, post-flight reporting, documentation, and preparation of operating manuals. The intern collaborates across technical disciplines, follows FAA and company procedures, supports safe operations, and may participate in test support or ground-control crew functions.

Lead and mentor a team of mechanical engineers designing propulsion and actuator power electronics. Own mechanical design across thermal management, structural and vibration performance, high-voltage packaging, sealing, and EMI. Guide products from architecture through certification and production while partnering with electrical, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and systems teams. Remain hands-on with design reviews, analysis, prototyping, testing, and technical problem-solving.

Lead composite development workstreams from part conceptualization and tooling design through fabrication and assembly. Responsibilities include design-for-manufacturability, composite ply definition, producibility assessments, engineering drawings, laser projection, shop-aid and fixture design, and coordination with fabrication and assembly teams. The role requires extensive hands-on experience with composite manufacturing processes, tooling, bonded and fastened assemblies, and GD&T in an aerospace R&D environment.

Leads strategic and tactical procurement for aviation components, including RFQs, supplier contracts, price and tooling negotiations, category strategy, vendor selection, supplier performance, and cost reduction. Partners with engineering, manufacturing, quality, finance, and legal teams on design reviews, manufacturability, sourcing risks, and delivery timelines. Manages custom build-to-order parts and communicates supply, cost, and quality issues while developing corrective actions.

Leads the architecture, development, integration, optimization, and support of Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations across Finance, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing. Develops X++ and C# customizations, manages integrations and data pipelines, supports core ERP modules, oversees upgrades and migrations, and advises business and technical teams. The role also leads ERP development and operations team-building and delivers end-to-end solutions from design through post-go-live support.

Supports manufacturing process development, production planning, vehicle electrical and mechanical system assembly, work instructions, tooling, nonconformance resolution, and continuous improvement. Provides day-to-day production support, reviews engineering definitions, assists with safety and capacity planning, and collaborates with design engineering during prototype, development, and first-article manufacturing for Joby’s aircraft.

Owns flight control algorithm functionality, develops control features and verification frameworks, coordinates simulations and aircraft-level testing, authors system requirements, and collaborates with avionics, safety, performance, flight test, modeling, and software teams to validate aircraft behavior and resolve design challenges.

Manages UAE continuing airworthiness activities and serves as the GCAA-nominated CAMO post holder. Responsibilities include owning the CAME and aircraft maintenance program, controlling directives, defects, MEL items and records, overseeing CAR 145 maintenance, establishing airworthiness review capability, coordinating with regulators and the type certificate holder, leading the CAMO team, and reporting fleet airworthiness risks.

Design the visual and functional evolution of Joby’s eVTOL aircraft, including cabin interiors, ergonomics, CMF strategies, and brand touchpoints. Lead work from ideation and 3D surfacing through high-fidelity physical prototyping, collaborating with engineers and manufacturing teams. Create Class-A surfaces, support certification-conscious design, and ensure solutions balance passenger experience, premium aesthetics, sustainability, lightweight materials, manufacturability, and aerospace requirements.