Modeling and Simulation - Flight Dynamics Engineer

Overview

Joby Aviation is leading the industry by introducing a revolutionary urban air mobility aircraft featuring the innovative all-electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) JAS4-1 air vehicle.  The Modeling and Simulation (M&S) team seeks a highly motivated engineer to help deliver the JAS4-1 vehicle to the marketplace. This role requires a willingness to learn and develop a range of knowledge and skills that include executing tests in a flight simulator environment, post-flight analysis, comparison of experimental data to models, and all other tasks related to the development and validation of models for an eVTOL. 

Responsibilities

• Support verification and validation activities that rely on the model outputs 

• Support models development for real-time simulation, performance predictions, and various analyses 

• Develop and improve the software methods behind the modeling tools and workflows  

• Document models’ correlation and validation against experimental data 

• Work closely with other engineers/teams to determine the required model accuracy 

• Collaborate with test pilots to improve the model fidelity based on feedback from simulator sessions

Required

• B.S. in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a relevant discipline 

• 5-7 years of industry experience or advanced degree (PhD/MS/MEng) in related discipline and 2+ yrs industry experience 

• Excellent problem-solving, software debugging, and communication skills 

• Experience with Python, MATLAB, and Simulink 

• Experience with configuration control and management of models 

• Understanding of aircraft and rotorcraft aerodynamics 

• Ability to work in groups and individually

Desired

• Understanding of aircraft stability and control derivatives 

• Understanding of regression and system identification methods 

• Basic understanding of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) principles 

• Previous experience working on an aviation certification program 

• Experience or exposure to C++

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $108,000 - $144,000/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, 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 Aviation is an equal opportunity employer.