Joby Aviation · 5 hours ago
Senior Composites Engineer, Methods and Allowables
US-CA-Santa Cruz
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$140K/yr - $187K/yr
8+ years expJoby Aviation is a pioneering company working towards the certification of electric air taxis. They are seeking a Senior Composites Engineer to develop validated standards and procedures for aircraft structural components as part of their Materials and Process team.
AerospaceAir TransportationElectric VehicleTransportation
Responsibilities
Develop and validate structural analysis methods and standards
Create tools for efficient, accurate analysis of composite and metallic structures
Create and execute test plans to validate analysis tools and generate statistical design values for use in structural sizing
Coordinate and collaborate with other team members to ensure that assigned projects meet technical, budgetary, and scheduling requirements
Communicate project plans, status updates, and results to internal stakeholders
Author white papers describing novel substantiation approaches
Qualification
Required
B.S. in mechanical, aerospace, or structural engineering
8+ years of industry experience related to the development and certification of composite structures for small aircraft
Experience performing analysis (stress, stability) of composite structures for aerospace or other high-performance applications using finite element analysis and hand calculations
Solid understanding of composite materials, characterization testing, including test matrix definition, data evaluation, and basis property calculation
Excellent understanding of the mechanics of composite materials (Classical Lamination Theory, elastic and strength properties, failure modes)
Proficiency with programming or scripting languages (C++, Python, VBA, etc.)
Ability to create well-written and accurate technical documents such as analysis templates, test plans, test reports, and certification documents
Preferred
M.S. in mechanical, aerospace, or structural engineering
10+ years of experience related to the development and certification of composite structures for small aircraft
In-depth knowledge of the certification process for composite aircraft structures (AC 20-107B)
Experience in the design and analysis of bonded and bolted joints
Experience performing structural testing and test-analysis correlation of composite or metallic structures
Working knowledge of composites design and manufacturing
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
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Company
Joby Aviation
Joby Aviation is an aerospace transportation company developing electric aircrafts.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.02BKey Investors
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Leadership Team
Eric Allison
Chief Product Officer
Gregory Bowles
Chief Policy Officer
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