Flight Test Instrumentation Technician

Joby Aviation • Marina, CA

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About The Position

Joby is seeking an instrumentation technician to develop, improve, and maintain data acquisition hardware and processes for installing flight test instrumentation on its VTOL electric aircraft. The role supports Flight Test Instrumentation and Ground Control Station equipment, including its fabrication, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration. The technician may participate in experimental flight testing as a ground crew member and perform other operational and administrative tasks for the flight test department. The team works in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

Requirements

• 4–6 years of relevant experience.
• High school diploma.
• Experience with sensor installations and cable management.
• Ability to understand and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions.
• Hands-on machine shop skills using a lathe, mill, sheet metal brakes, welder, and other machine shop equipment.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Hands-on attitude with an analytical background.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related discipline.
• Experience with NI hardware, specifically cDAQ and C Series modules.
• Experience with software development using Python or another scripting language.
• Experience with high-voltage electronics.
• Experience testing aircraft composite structures.
• Experience testing aircraft mechanical systems.
• Aerospace and rapid prototyping experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, construct, and fabricate Flight Test Instrumentation and Ground Control Station equipment.
• Maintain, rework, and repair Flight Test Instrumentation and Ground Control Station equipment.
• Install, remove, modify, troubleshoot, and calibrate Flight Test Instrumentation and Ground Control Station equipment.
• Fabricate cable harnesses and perform soldering, crimping, and wire terminations between sensors, data acquisition units, and test equipment.
• Manage onboard and Ground Control Station software and instrumentation configuration.
• Participate in experimental flight testing as a ground crew member.
• Perform aircraft and ground control station operational tasks, including ground operations, antenna operations, preflight items, ramp marshaling, cleaning, and organizing.
• Perform administrative tasks for the flight test department.
• Observe applicable laws, regulations, and other obligations when conducting business on behalf of the company.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Healthcare benefits.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP).
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Restricted Stock Units (RSUs).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED