Joby Aviation is seeking a passionate, motivated, and hands-on Test Engineer to aid in the characterization, performance, environmental, and reliability testing of environmental control systems consisting of various cabin air/ thermal management subsystems. This role supports the Integrated Product Team (IPT) and executes the testing efforts on verification and validation testing activities for those propulsion systems.
Responsibilities- Responsible for executing overall test activities for the assigned system/ sub-system/ components by following Joby processes and/or procedures
- Participate in discussions with cross functional team as a subject matter expert and facilitate the development team in planning and executing testing required to refine propulsion systems and/or components including but not limited to refrigeration systems, Cabin conditioning systems, electronic ventilation/ cooling systems etc
- Work closely with Integrated Product Team (IPT) to understand testing needs, milestones & deliverables and manage associated activities using Joby test processes to execute them.
- Author and release test procedures for development testing, acceptance testing, qualification testing & certification testing for powertrain and electronics systems and/or components
- Co-ordinate with reliability Test Engineer to define appropriate test profiles for demonstrating reliability of systems and/or components.
- Define test stand requirements to support product testing and work with equipment design team to ensure appropriate test capabilities are adequate to support product development process
- Define and procure (as needed) test enabling support hardware/ software as needed to execute product testing
- Assist technician in test setups, execution of tests as needed on test equipment (test platforms, chambers, shakers, test benches etc). Mentor engineer in best practices on test management
- Participate in failure and Root Cause Analysis of sub-systems and components used in powertrain and electronics system (from validation, reliability, and/or field testing)
Required
- B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related discipline is required. M.S. in Electrical Engineering or related discipline preferred.
- 2+ Experience in propulsion HV electric and electronic component specifically around thermal management devices such as Blowers/ fans/ radiator and Air conditioning devices is required
- Expertise in using Python/ MATLAB/ NI Diadem to aid in data collection and analysis
- Practical experience in using miscellaneous lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, NI DAQ systems, power analyzers, power supplies etc
- Practical experience with air/ fluid flow characterization including pressure drop measurement and air flow determination is a must
- Ability to thrive in ambiguous and fast paced environment
- Be agile and adapt to evolving requirements and change in directions
- Ability to travel to other Joby/ external test sites locations as needed
Desired
- Knowledge on aerospace requirements and standards like DO-160 is preferred but not required
- Experience with LV/ HV systems and associated mechanical or electrical or electronic hardware is highly desired
Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $84,500 - $130,500/year. 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.
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Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Employment Type: FULL_TIME