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Joby Aviation

Staff Rotor/Hub Design Engineer

santa cruz, CA

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About this opportunity

Joby Aviation lists this Staff Rotor/Hub Design Engineer opportunity in santa cruz, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

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

Working as a mechanical design engineer you will play a key role with design, development, and certification of advanced propeller systems for next-generation aircraft. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams - including analysis, test, manufacturing, and certification teams - to develop and certify the Joby propeller systems.

Responsibilities

Support across all phases of the design cycle, concept & optimization, preliminary through detailed design, development, analysis, validation, certification, manufacturing, and operational service for propeller blades and other propeller components based on engineering fundamentals, and 14 CFR Part 35 or 14 CFR Part 27/29 regulations.

Design mechanical components and assemblies as well as associated test and manufacturing assemblies with an emphasis on structural integrity, manufacturability, reliability, and maintainability.

Generate comprehensive test documentation, adhering to standardized methods in coordination with the FAA and other relevant stakeholders.

Provide technical expertise and guidance to cross-functional teams, ensuring adherence to certification requirements throughout the product development lifecycle.

Required

Degree: BS in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.

5+ years of related technical experience, in the areas of propeller or rotor systems.

Type of Relevant Experience: Experience with propeller or rotor hub design, experience using 3D design software (3DExperience/CATIA or equivalent).

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a keen attention to detail.

Must be able to verbally communicate, read and comprehend written and verbal instructions, detailed blueprints, and other similar authorized drawings and documents.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

MS Office Suite and general computer skills.

Ability to be onsite in Santa Cruz, CA

Desired

M.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.

8+ years of related technical experience, in the areas of propeller or rotor systems.

Experience with CAE software (Abaqus/Nastran or equivalent).

14 CFR Part 35 Designated Engineering Representative (DER).

Knowledge of propeller and rotor dynamics, aerodynamics, and loads.

Knowledge of engineering drawing standards (ANSI 14.5Y).

Knowledge of FAA aircraft certification requirements for 14 CFR Part 35.

Additional Information

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $149,900 - $250,000/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

401(k) plan with a company match

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Short-term and long-term disability coverage

Life insurance

and more.

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Worksite address

santa cruz, CA, 95061, US

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