Senior Test Equipment Design Engineer - Powertrain & Electronics

Company Overview Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. At Joby, we've been working to make that dream a reality since 2009 and we're now in the final stages of certifying our aircraft with the FAA. With plans to launch our aircraft in the US and Dubai, we're now scaling manufacturing and preparing for the launch of our commercial service. Overview We're looking for a Test Equipment Design Engineer to design, build, and integrate Test Enabling Hardware (TEH) supporting program test milestones — from test stands and fixtures to instrumentation and flight-critical component test setups. This is a hands-on IC role covering the full lifecycle: concept, design, fabrication, integration, and formal release. Responsibilities Design & DevelopmentArchitect test fixturing and mechanical layout from ambiguous or evolving requirementsDesign hardware to assemble, install, and validate/verify flight-critical components and systems, partnering with Airframe/Actuators, Propulsion, Avionics, and Software teams to capture design requirementsDesign test stands and fixtures for electrical, thermal, static, and dynamic testing, including HIL systemsSelect and integrate instrumentation (sensors, DAQ, power supplies, signal conditioning)Create electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and CAD modelsBuild & IntegrationDevelop drawing packages, BOMs, and assembly instructions; procure hardware and coordinate manufacturing with internal/external shopsFabricate components using machine shop equipment (lathe, mill, welder) as neededLead integration and commissioning, including on-the-fly design changes to keep pace with hardware modificationsTroubleshoot and debug test system issues during setup and executionPartner with Lab Operations to ensure safe integration into the P&E Test Lab (power, compressed air, facility readiness)Documentation & CompliancePrepare BOMs, drawings, and documentation to support formal release; ensure FAA certification/qualification compliance where applicableFollow formal release, configuration management, and change control processes Required Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or related field, plus 8+ years of relevant experience in test/mechanical equipment design (or equivalent)Strong mechanical design experience, including heavily loaded, high-precision components, weldments, and hydraulic/pneumatic systemsHands-on machine shop skills (lathe, mill, welder)Proficiency with CAD tools and electrical schematic designExperience with machine control panel wiring and designTrack record taking projects from concept through commissioningStrong problem-solving and communication skills; comfortable working hands-on in a lab/shop environment Desired Software skills for test automation/data acquisition (Python, LabVIEW, C#)Working knowledge of SCADA systemsFamiliarity with FAA certification and safety-critical testingExperience with HIL test systems and powertrain/electronics testingExperience within an IPT structure Additional Information Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $141,600 - $194,700/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.Joby is an Equal Opportunity EmployerCompensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $141,600 - $194,700/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.Joby is an Equal Opportunity EmployerJob SummaryID: 2026-5386Category: TestingType: Regular Full-Time