Joby Aviation
Senior Test Equipment Design Engineer - Powertrain & Electronics
$142K–$195K
San Carlos, CA · Senior · Full-time · Posted Oct 28, 2024
- Experience
- 8+ years of relevant experience in test/mechanical equipment design, or equivalent.
- Education
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or related field, or equivalent experience.
About the job
Designs, builds, integrates, and formally releases test-enabling hardware and systems for aircraft powertrain and electronics testing.
What you'll do
- Design test stands, fixtures, instrumentation, schematics, wiring diagrams, and CAD models for electrical, thermal, static, and dynamic testing, including HIL systems.
- Fabricate and integrate equipment; coordinate procurement and manufacturing, commission setups, and troubleshoot test systems.
- Prepare drawings, BOMs, and release documentation while following configuration controls and applicable FAA certification or qualification requirements.
What they ask for
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or a related field, plus 8+ years of relevant experience in test/mechanical equipment design, or equivalent.
- Strong mechanical design experience, including heavily loaded, high-precision components, weldments, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
- Hands-on machine shop skills (lathe, mill, welder); proficiency with CAD tools and electrical schematic design.
- Experience with machine control panel wiring and design, and taking projects from concept through commissioning.
Nice to have
- Software skills for test automation/data acquisition (Python, LabVIEW, C#); working knowledge of SCADA systems.
- Familiarity with FAA certification and safety-critical testing; experience with HIL systems, powertrain/electronics testing, or an IPT structure.
Pay
$141,600 - $194,700/yr (USD, base salary)
Tools
Python, LabVIEW, C#, SCADA, HIL
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