Joby Aviation · 1 month ago
Design Engineer, Wing Structures
US-CA-Santa Cruz
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$92K/yr - $152K/yr
2+ years expJoby Aviation is a company focused on developing electric air taxis. They are seeking a Design Engineer for Wing Structures to be responsible for the development and detailed design of structural airframe components, requiring expertise in CAD design and hands-on experience with composite fabrication.
AerospaceAir TransportationElectric VehicleTransportation
Responsibilities
Design lightweight composite/metallic structural aircraft components
Perform initial layout and sizing
Fastener sizing, bond area sizing, riveting
Composite <-> metallic material compatibility, galvanic corrosion
Detailed drawing creation, GD&T
Direct communication with vendors and technicians in manufacturing
Consult frequently with team leads
Qualification
Required
Relevant industry work experience (internships, university clubs, team programs, full-time positions)
B.S. in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or relevant discipline
Experience with composite and metallic component/structural design and analysis
Excellent problem solving and communication skills
Understanding of static and structural hand-calculations
Proficiency in CAD
Experience drafting using GD&T
Experience utilizing multiple manufacturing processes, such as subtractive, additive, carbon fiber composite lay-up, and injection molding
Able to work onsite (position is based in Santa Cruz, CA)
Preferred
M.S./Ph.D. in relevant discipline
2+ years of working experience in relevant industry
Experience integrating systems in aircraft
Experience with Dassault Systemes/Catia CAD
Proficiency in composite structures design
Experience in composites manufacturing
Experience with finite element tools (Abaqus)
Aircraft homebuilding or rapid prototyping experience is a plus
Benefits
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
Company
Joby Aviation
Joby Aviation is an aerospace transportation company developing electric aircrafts.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
Eric Allison
Chief Product Officer
Gregory Bowles
Chief Policy Officer
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