Systems Test Technician

Joby Aviation Joby Aviation · Robotics · Santa Cruz, CA · Testing

Joby Aviation is seeking a Systems Test Technician to support the development of flight-critical components and systems for VTOL electric aircraft. The role involves mechanical and electrical assembly, maintenance of test rigs, following electrical schematics, and performing wiring tasks. Experience with High Voltage equipment is required.

What you'd actually do

  1. Work closely with and provide support to members of the System Test Team in assembling, maintaining, and operating test rigs used to perform verification of aircraft systems.
  2. Mechanical and electrical assembly of parts and systems, etc.
  3. Maintaining test fixture design and handling documentation
  4. Work closely with engineering to develop ways to test a wide array of systems including electric motors, bearings, electronics, and batteries in support of aircraft development and certification
  5. Be able to follow electrical schematics and complete wiring tasks including crimping, building harnesses, wiring panels, soldering wire to wire, wire to board, and component to board

Skills

Required

  • Collaborative attitude and strong work ethic
  • Excellent problem-solving techniques and analytical ability
  • Attention to detail, hands-on attitude, and neat work habits in fabricating and assembling component/system level electro-mechanical equipment with minimal supervision
  • Ability to consistently maintain a clean workspace and inventory of tools and equipment
  • Experience operating with High Voltage equipment
  • H.S Diploma or GED
  • Minimum of 6 years of related experience

Nice to have

  • Above-average aptitude in machining, welding, and overall craftsmanship
  • Experience with tool maintenance schedules and equipment calibration intervals
  • Familiarity with NEC best practices and installing DC/3 Phase systems including motors, power supplies, heaters, chillers, etc.
  • Experience with basic material selection for requirements of fluid contact, environmental compatibility, strength, etc.
  • General facility maintenance experience
  • Experience with instrumentation and data acquisition
  • POE and PODL Network experience
  • Airframe & Powerplant License (A & P)

What the JD emphasized

  • flight-critical components and systems
  • VTOL electric aircraft