Electro - mechanical Test Technician (powertrain & Electronics Testing)

Joby Aviation Testing Team Position

Joby Aviation is seeking a highly organized, passionate individual to join our Testing team. As part of this team, you will contribute to the development of flight-critical components and systems for VTOL electric aircraft. The Joby Aviation team is made up of extremely talented, hardworking, proactive, and hands-on individuals, operating in a very fast-paced and rewarding environment. We are looking to expand this team with like-minded individuals looking to make a mark in the transportation industry.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Test Engineers and Equipment Design Engineers to provide support in assembling, maintaining, and operating in-house designed test rigs, stands and fixtures.
• Install industry-standard instrumentation, sensors, and data acquisition systems, such as but not limited to foil strain gauges, accelerometers, load cells, and thermistors.
• Support Test Engineers with assembling component/system level electrical, mechanical, or electro-mechanical equipment with minimal supervision.
• Build wiring harness, soldering of electronics, and overall electrical craftsmanship.
• Setup, execute, and monitor validation and reliability tests at component and system level as per approved test plan.
• Aid in the development of technical work procedures and process documentation.
• Maintain a clean workspace and inventory of tools and equipment.

Required

• Positive attitude and willingness to work individually and as part of a team.
• Excellent problem-solving & continuous improvement skills, analytical, multi-tasking.
• Hands-on attitude, and detail-oriented work habits in testing environment.
• Experience with mechanical design and manufacturing drawing.
• Experience with thermal loops, compressors, pumps, and refrigerant.
• Experience with component assembly and systems integration of electronics.
• Ability to operate and maintain a wide variety of instrumentation and analytical tools, hand and power tools and HV equipment.
• H.S Diploma or GED or 5+ years equivalent industry work experience.

Desired

• Create and coordinate scheduling of daily / weekly test schedules.
• Understand and execute policies and procedures related to planning and scheduling.
• One year experience in planning and scheduling in the industry is preferred.
• Excellent in Computer skills like Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, excellent oral and written communication skills as these are required to accomplish day-to-day work activities.
• Experience or familiarity with dynamometer, bearing testers, and hydraulic testing.
• Experience with Environmental Chambers (Temperature and Humidity), Altitude Chamber, Vibration tables, and HiPot Tester.
• IPC (or relevant) certification regarding rework and soldering.
• Experience with tool maintenance schedules and equipment calibration intervals.
• Experience with laboratory data analysis.
• Familiar with industrial test laboratory environments and procedures.
• Familiar with LabView and/or MATLAB.
• Familiar with Computer Aided Design - Catia and/or SolidWorks.
• Associates degree (Technical degree / Certificate preferred); or 3-5 years related experience.

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $36-$52/hr. 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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.