Software Development Engineer - Systems Test

XWING; Santa Cruz (CA); On-site; USD 113,700 - 186,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Disability coverage

Job summary

XWING is seeking a Software Development Engineer for its Systems Test team in Santa Cruz, California. This role involves developing and maintaining test software, working with various engineering teams to achieve testing milestones. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience, a strong background in LabVIEW, Python scripting, and test automation.

The position also offers opportunities to contribute to flight safety and certification processes. A competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits are included.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in test engineering.
• Fluent in developing LabVIEW VIs for data collection, automation, and control.
• Proficient in using Linux environments for test support.

Responsibilities

• Develop test software infrastructure and tools to improve testing efficiency.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to scope software requirements.
• Analyze test data and provide feedback to optimize designs.

Skills

LabVIEW

Python scripting

Test automation

HIL testing

Data Acquisition Systems

Education

B.S. in Computer Science, Electrical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

National Instruments Software

Linux

Veristand

Job description

Software Development Engineer – Systems Test

Job Locations: US-CA-Santa Cruz

Job ID: 2025-4162 | Category: Testing | Type: Regular Full-Time

Joby Overview

Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. Since 2009, our team has worked steadily to make this dream a reality. We’ve designed and tested many generations of prototype aircraft capable of serving in a network of electric air taxis. We’re looking for talented, committed individuals to join our team as we push onward toward certifying the Joby aircraft, scaling our manufacturing, and launching our initial commercial service.

Overview

This role supports our Systems Test team at Joby and focuses on Software Development for several test assets. This role will have exposure to highly-skilled and knowledgeable team of go-getters including hardware engineers, software engineers, technicians and subject matter experts across the company.

We are looking for a Software Development Engineer with experience with National Instruments (NI) Software (LabVIEW, Veristand) and hardware (PXI, cRIO etc…), python scripting and test automation. The position will support several test sites in Santa Cruz, Marina and San Carlos. The primary responsibilities for this role will include developing and maintaining test software, script and infrastructure in LabVIEW, Veristand and Python. You will work with various engineering teams at Joby Aviation (including design, systems, software, simulation, certification, and more). The Software Development Engineer will develop and execute appropriate strategies that allow the company and team to achieve milestones on schedule and meet quality and financial requirements. This role will operate in a fast-paced, demanding, and rewarding environment with very high expectations for individual contribution. This position demands the ability to multi-task, prioritize tasks based on requirements and track/manage many different (yet similar) integration efforts at once.

Responsibilities

• Software Development: Develop test software infrastructure and tools to make the test process more efficient.
• Develop instrumentation and controls hardware, test fixture GUI, LabVIEW VIs and any other necessary tools to enable test execution and automation.
• Cross-functional: Work closely with Testing, Design, Software, Systems, Simulation and Certification, as well as with other supporting functions and IPTs to identify and scope out software requirements for the different test assets.
• System Test: Execute tests with the team for integration of hardware, software and specialized test equipment necessary to conduct verification of mission profiles, emergency response, Safety of Flight clearance and requirements.
• Create and maintain configuration control of the software under test and test equipment hardware & software, as well as calibration record.
• Analyze test data and generate reports to provide quantifiable feedback to the engineering teams and optimize designs.

Required

• B.S. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in test engineering.
• Experience in developing Hardware In the Loop (HIL), simulation-based testing and/or integration tests of Hardware/Software.
• Fluent in developing LabVIEW VIs for data collection, automation, control, and real-time.
• Fluent in using Veristand Software.
• Proficient with Linux environments (e.g., Ubuntu) and scripting (Python) for test support, automation or data processing.
• Experience with Instrumentation, Data Acquisition Systems and Sensors.
• Experience with LabVIEW workflows, releases, git and SW team management.

Desired

• Knowledgeable about network architecture.
• Experience with high voltage systems and electronics.
• Experience with test laboratory environments and procedures.
• Experience with LabVIEW Runtime, Realtime, and FPGA.
• Experience with aircraft certification (ARP 4754, DO-178), regulatory requirements, compliance testing, aircraft software engineering processes, and test verification.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $113,700 - $186,800/yr. The compensation package will be determined by location, 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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.