Flight Test Intern (Dec 2026-Feb 2027)

Joby Aviation•Marina, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Joby Aviation is seeking a passionate and driven intern to support its flight test team. The role offers opportunities to learn and develop skills in creating flight test plans and reports for experimental CTOL/VTOL fly-by-wire aircraft, conducting tests in a ground control station, analyzing test data, developing flight test simulators, and supporting 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. The internship is scheduled for December 2026 through February 2027. The intern will support flight test planning and execution, simulator evaluation and development, documentation, and post-flight analysis. The role requires safe work practices, compliance with company and FAA procedures, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and willingness to work extended hours and travel as required.

Requirements

Be an undergraduate student in the third year or later, or a graduate student.
Have completed or be pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, or an equivalent field.
Have excellent computer skills, including proficiency with everyday applications such as email and word processing, and data analysis experience using MATLAB, Python, or similar tools.
Have excellent interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with colleagues across a 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 motorsports 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 crew member in the ground control station or in test support functions.
Perform simulator evaluations, development, and experimentation with and without a 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.