Electro-Mechanical Test Technician (Powertrain & Electronics Testing)

Joby Overview

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. Since 2009, our team has worked steadily to make this dream a reality. We’ve designed and tested many generations of prototype aircraft capable of serving in a network of electric air taxis. We’re looking for talented, committed individuals to join our team as we push onward toward certifying the Joby aircraft, scaling our manufacturing, and launching our initial commercial service.

Overview

Joby Aviation is seeking a highly organized, passionate individual to join our Testing team. As part of this team, you will contribute to the development of flight-critical components and systems for VTOL electric aircraft. The Joby Aviation team is made up of extremely talented, hardworking, proactive, and hands-on individuals, operating in a very fast-paced and rewarding environment. We are looking to expand this team with like-minded individuals looking to make a mark in the transportation industry.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Test Engineers and Equipment Design Engineers to provide support in assembling, maintaining, and operating in-house designed test rigs, stands and fixtures.

• Install industry-standard instrumentation, sensors, and data acquisition systems, such as but not limited to foil strain gauges, accelerometers, load cells, and thermistors.

• Support Test Engineers with assembling component/system level electrical, mechanical, or electro-mechanical equipment with minimal supervision. 

• Build wiring harness, soldering of electronics, and overall electrical craftsmanship.

• Setup, execute, and monitor validation and reliability tests at component and system level as per approved test plan.

• Aid in the development of technical work procedures and process documentation.

• Maintain a clean workspace and inventory of tools and equipment.

Required

• Positive attitude and willingness to work individually and as part of a team.

• Excellent problem-solving & continuous improvement skills, analytical, multi-tasking.

• Hands-on attitude, and detail-oriented work habits in testing environment.

• Experience with mechanical design and manufacturing drawing.

• Experience with thermal loops, compressors, pumps, and refrigerant.

• Experience with component assembly and systems integration of electronics.

• Ability to operate and maintain a wide variety of instrumentation and analytical tools, hand and power tools and HV equipment.

• H.S Diploma or GED or 5+ years equivalent industry work experience.

Desired

• Create and coordinate scheduling of daily / weekly test schedules.

• Understand and execute policies and procedures related to planning and scheduling.

• One year experience in planning and scheduling in the industry is preferred.

• Excellent in Computer skills like Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, excellent oral and written communication skills as these are required to accomplish day-to-day work activities.

• Experience or familiarity with dynamometer, bearing testers, and hydraulic testing.

• Experience with Environmental Chambers (Temperature and Humidity), Altitude Chamber, Vibration tables, and HiPot Tester.

• IPC (or relevant) certification regarding rework and soldering. 

• Experience with tool maintenance schedules and equipment calibration intervals. 

• Experience with laboratory data analysis. 

• Familiar with industrial test laboratory environments and procedures. 

• Familiar with LabView and/or MATLAB. 

• Familiar with Computer Aided Design - Catia and/or SolidWorks. 

• Associates degree (Technical degree / Certificate preferred); or 3-5 years related experience.

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $36-$50/hr. 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.