Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. At Joby, we've been working to make that dream a reality since 2009 and we're now in the final stages of certifying our aircraft with the FAA. With plans to launch our aircraft in the US and Dubai, we're now scaling manufacturing and preparing for the launch of our commercial service.
OverviewThis position focuses on supporting the technical operations of the Joby simulator labs with a primary focus on VSIL (Vehicle Software Integration Lab) in Marina and the DevSIL (Development Sim) in Santa Cruz. The Simulator Labs (VSIL, DevSil, Pilot Labs) are used by several groups including flight test, flight training, human factors, and corporate VIP demos. You will work closely with various teams to ensure the smooth functioning of these labs and assist in the coordination and administration of other simulators. Your role will be crucial in helping to move our designs from prototype to fully integrated aircraft testing. This is a full-time, on-site position located in Marina, CA. but periodic trips to Santa Cruz CA. will also be required.
This position requires the ability to multi-task, prioritize tasks based on requirements and stakeholders requests, and thrive in fast paced situations. We are looking for someone who is energetic, meticulous, self-motivated, and passionate about product quality
Responsibilities- Perform all administration functions for the Test, Development, and System Simulator Labs
- Assist in the technical operations in other areas and for other simulators in the VSIL
- Maintain all documentation, work with the various internal customer teams to utilize all functions of the Simulator environment including facilitating video recording of various sessions, modification of flight parameters for various tests, and the creation and maintenance of flight scenery in the simulator
- Bachelors degree in a STEM field or equivalent demonstrable experience
- Basic Linux system administration, simple scripting experience and an understanding of Linux-based device behavior
- Basic knowledge of embedded systems, hardware emulation, and simulators
- Hands-on interaction with multiple software and hardware platforms
- Effective verbal communication and written documentation skills and demonstrated organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work in multiple high-paced, high-pressure projects simultaneously
- Willingness to travel between Joby sites as required and a flexible work schedule
- Must be able to lift at least 25 pounds and climb a flight of stairs
- Prior software/hardware integration experience.
- Industry experience in the build-out and maintenance of labs used for Quality Assurance, Software Verification, or Test Engineering.
- Knowledge of Python programming, Ansible scripting, and bash scripting.
- Familiarity with project management, bug tracking, and continuous integration tools (e.g., JIRA, Jenkins, TeamCity).
- Familiarity in configuration management systems.
- Knowledge of real-time operating systems and communication protocols for embedded systems (e.g., I2C, CAN, SPI, UART).
- Experience in the development, execution, and reporting of test cases.
- Familiarity with Agile software development, Unit Testing, and Test-Driven Development.
- Aviation or regulatory environment experience is a strong plus
Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $79,300 - $141,500. 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
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field or equivalent demonstrable experience
- Basic Linux system administration experience
- Simple scripting experience
- Understanding of Linux-based device behavior
- Basic knowledge of embedded systems, hardware emulation, and simulators
- Hands-on experience with multiple software and hardware platforms
- Effective verbal communication and written documentation skills
- Organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple high-paced, high-pressure projects simultaneously
- Willingness to travel between Joby sites as required
- Flexible work schedule
- Ability to lift at least 25 pounds and climb a flight of stairs
- Prior software and hardware integration experience
- Experience building and maintaining labs for quality assurance, software verification, or test engineering
- Knowledge of Python programming, Ansible scripting, and Bash scripting
- Familiarity with project management, bug tracking, and continuous integration tools such as JIRA, Jenkins, or TeamCity
- Familiarity with configuration management systems
- Knowledge of real-time operating systems and embedded-systems communication protocols such as I2C, CAN, SPI, or UART
- Experience developing, executing, and reporting test cases
- Familiarity with Agile software development, unit testing, and test-driven development
- Aviation or regulatory environment experience
Joby Aviation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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What We Do
Joby is a California-based company building quiet, all-electric aircraft to connect people like never before. With up to 150 miles of range and the ability to take off and land vertically, the Joby aircraft will change the way we move while reducing the acoustic and climate footprint of flight.









