Partner with test pilots to improve model fidelity based on simulator feedback
Required
B.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline with 5+ years of relevant industry experience, or an advanced degree (M.S., M.Eng., or Ph.D.) with 2+ years of relevant industry experience (or equivalent practical experience)
Strong understanding of aircraft and rotorcraft aerodynamics and flight dynamics, including equations of motion, aerodynamic coefficients, stability and control derivatives, trim, and linearization
Experience with system identification methods, including data fitting and regression
Experience correlating and validating flight dynamics models against experimental data
Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, and Simulink
Experience with configuration control and management of models
Strong problem-solving, software debugging, and communication skills
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Desired
Experience developing and validating 6-DOF nonlinear aircraft simulations
Experience with experimental data processing, such as data reduction and Kalman filtering/smoothing
Experience conducting wind tunnel tests and using the results to improve and validate simulation models
Experience on an aviation certification program
Experience with VTOL, rotorcraft, or tiltrotor flight dynamics
Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $121,500 - $206,100/yr. The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
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.
Additional Information
Joby Aviation is an equal opportunity employer.
