Flight Test Intern (Dec 2026-Feb 2027)

Joby Aviation • Marina, CA

9d • $22 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

Joby Aviation is seeking passionate and driven interns to join its flight test team. The position involves learning and developing skills in flight test planning and reporting for experimental CTOL/VTOL fly-by-wire aircraft, testing in a ground control station environment, test data analysis, flight test simulator development, and other development and certification flight test activities. A can-do attitude is essential in this fast-paced, collaborative environment. The position is based at Joby’s Marina facility.

Requirements

• Be an undergraduate student with junior standing or higher, or a graduate student.
• Have completed or be pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent.
• Have excellent computer skills, including proficiency with everyday email and word-processing applications.
• Have data analysis experience using MATLAB, Python, or similar tools.
• Have excellent interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with colleagues across a wide range of technical disciplines.
• Be able to work independently and as part of a team, work extended hours, and travel as required.
• Read and speak English proficiently.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experimental flight test experience, preferably related to eVTOL or UAS.
• Hands-on experience in motor sports and/or electric vehicles, such as AIAA Design, Build, Fly or Formula SAE.

Responsibilities

• Work safely in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Support the flight test team in technical and administrative roles, including flight test planning, flight readiness reviews, flight briefs and debriefs, and post-flight analysis.
• Participate in experimental flight testing as a ground control station crew member or in test support functions.
• Perform simulator evaluations, development, and experimentation with and without pilot-in-the-loop.
• Help develop manuals and supporting documentation needed to operate flight test vehicles.
• Complete required documentation in accordance with established company and FAA procedures.
• Observe all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever conducting business on behalf of the company.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern