Aerospace VTOL Flight Test Intern

Joby Aviation Inc; California; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Joby Aviation is seeking passionate interns to join our flight test team at the Marina facility. This role involves developing flight test plans and reports for experimental CTOL/VTOL aircraft, executing testing in a ground control station, and analyzing data with MATLAB/Python.

Interns will help develop flight test simulators, produce manuals, and complete FAA-compliant documentation while collaborating across engineering disciplines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3rd year or higher undergraduate or graduate student
• Bachelor of Science in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent)
• Proficiency with MATLAB or Python and data analysis
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and on a team; willingness to travel
• Read and speak English proficiently

Responsibilities

• Develop flight test plans and reports for CTOL/VTOL aircraft.
• Execute testing in ground control station environment.
• Analyze test data and develop flight test simulator components.
• Create manuals and documentation for flight test vehicles.
• Complete required documentation per FAA and company procedures.
• Observe laws, regulations, and obligations during business activities

Skills

Data analysis

MATLAB

Python

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Travel readiness

Education

B.S. in Aerospace/Mechanical/Electrical Eng

3rd year or higher undergraduate

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Joby Aviation is seeking passionate interns to join our flight test team at the Marina facility. This role involves developing flight test plans and reports for experimental CTOL/VTOL aircraft, executing testing in a ground control station, and analyzing data with MATLAB/Python.

Interns will help develop flight test simulators, produce manuals, and complete FAA-compliant documentation while collaborating across engineering disciplines in a fast-paced environment.