<h2>Overview</h2>As a Rotordynamics Engineer, you will play an integral role in the development of Joby's rotordynamics load criteria. This position requires a solid mathematical and engineering background in aeronautical/aerospace disciplines, with a specific focus on rotordynamics and aircraft dynamics.You will operate in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with flight physics, testing, airframe, and certification teams to solve complex issues and certify our cutting-edge VTOL aircraft. <h2>Responsibilities</h2><ul> <li>Modeling &amp; Development: Develop external loads, rotordynamic models, and aerodynamic databases for propeller/aeroelastic simulations.</li> <li>Analysis: Create multi-body analysis simulations and implement rotordynamic loads databases for structural and propeller design teams.</li> <li>Validation: Interpret experimental data to correlate and validate aircraft aeroelastic models.</li> <li>Testing Support: Support flight, ground, and laboratory testing for model development and empirical certification loads.</li> <li>Certification: Determine certification basis, establish compliance strategies, and develop/review certification-related documentation.</li> <li>Mentorship: Work with and mentor engineering teams across diverse aerospace and non-aerospace backgrounds.</li></ul><h2>Required</h2><ul> <li>Education: B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a relevant discipline.</li> <li>Experience: 6+ years of detailed loads analysis for fixed-wing aircraft or rotorcraft.</li> <li>Technical Expertise: * Excellent understanding of aircraft loads and aeroelasticity. <ul> <li>Proficiency in NASTRAN, ABAQUS, RCAS, UMARC, or similar aeroelastic tools.</li> <li>Effective with MATLAB, Python, Bash, and Excel.</li> </ul></li> <li>Systems: Ability to use High-Performance Computing (HPC) assets (Compute clusters / Linux).</li> <li>Regulatory: Experience developing/authoring certification documentation and interpreting engineering specifications.</li></ul><h2>Desired</h2><ul> <li>Advanced Degree: M.S. or Ph.D. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering.</li> <li>Industry Knowledge: 2+ years in aircraft certification (FAR/EASA 27 or Military Cert compliance).</li> <li>Advanced Skills: * Demonstrated ability to quantify aircraft/component external loads. <ul> <li>Experience correlating load models using experimental data.</li> <li>Extensive HPC or cloud computing skillsets.</li> </ul></li></ul> Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $97,600 - $167,000/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.  <h2>Additional Information</h2>Joby Aviation is an equal opportunity employer.

Joby Aviation develops a new generation of electric personal aircraft created to revolutionize personal mobility. Its strength is in composite airframe design and fabrication, aerodynamic analysis, high-performance electric motor development, and cutting-edge battery pack design, enabling clients to create a paradigm shift in transportation with safe, quiet, fast and affordable electric vertical takeoff.

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