Test Equipment Engineering Lead

Joby Aviation • San Carlos, CA

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About The Position

Joby Aviation is seeking a highly organized, technically strong, and passionate individual to join our Testing team in San Carlos in a Leadership role. As Test Equipment Engineering Lead, you will guide a team responsible for developing, sustaining, and upgrading Test Enabling Hardware (TEH) and Test Enabling Software (TES) used for verification, validation, and certification of Powertrain and Electronics equipment on the Joby S4 aircraft. At Joby, leaders do not manage, but they do as well. This role is a hybrid of people management and providing technical expertise to further Joby’s vision. This role is critical to ensuring that the right data is delivered through testing at the right time to support company goals, while embodying the Joby Way. You will combine technical leadership with a mindset of deep planning and efficient execution to meet certification milestones on time and within budget.

Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor’s with 8+ years of experience (or) 12+ years of relevant experience in test equipment design and development for aerospace, automotive, or similar high-reliability industries.
• Proven leadership and mentoring skills in a fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of hardware and software integration for test systems.
• Demonstrated experience in development of Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) test systems.
• Proficiency in CAD tools, electrical schematics, and software development for test automation.
• Proficient in supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems.
• Proficient with instrumentation needs for Powertrain and Electronics Testing (electrical, thermal, static, and dynamic tests).
• Experience with formal release processes, documentation, and configuration management.
• Excellent communication, planning, and problem-solving abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with FAA certification processes and safety-critical testing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Test Leads and Program Managers to understand why, what, and when tests are needed for each program milestone, and identify which require new or modified Test Enabling Hardware (TEH) and Test Enabling Software (TES).
• Translate program needs into actionable plans for your team, assign tasks based on engineer experience, provide technical guidance, and ensure safe, efficient execution.
• Mentor and challenge engineers to maximize output without compromising quality; foster critical thinking and disciplined planning.
• Drive formal release of test stand designs (include BOMs and supporting documentation) ensuring compliance with FAA certification/qualification standards.
• Build strong rapport with stakeholders across IPTs (EE, ME, Embedded Software, Test Engineering, Lab Operations) to secure timely and accurate inputs for TEH/TES development.
• Coordinate with Lab Operations to ensure developed test stands are safely integrated into the P&E Test Lab, including facility readiness (power, compressed air, etc.).
• Communicate realistic timelines and constraints to stakeholders; set clear expectations for when tests can be supported.
• Represent the TEH/TES team in cross-functional discussions, ensuring collaborative and constructive solutions.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees