Software Integration Engineer

Joby Aviation; California; On-site; USD 95,700 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

RSUs

Job summary

Joby Flight Research is seeking a software integration engineer to bring up and validate GNC and flight automation software on test aircraft, collaborating across hardware and software boundaries.

You will build test cards, triage squawks, develop automated testing frameworks in Python and C++, and participate in flight readiness reviews while ensuring safety-critical real-time performance.

Qualifications

• 2+ years work experience with a bachelor's degree.
• Experience near hardware in integrated environments.
• Experience with real-time or safety-critical software systems.
• Strong fundamentals in networking, fault tolerance, system design.
• Fast learner with ability to apply new tech across domains.
• Strong problem-solving and independent working style.

Responsibilities

• Own bring-up, integration, and checkout of GNC and flight automation software on test aircraft.
• Develop and execute flight test cards targeting performance and validation.
• Triage flight test squawks and coordinate fixes with engineers.
• Support flight readiness and configuration management processes.
• Develop and maintain test frameworks and automation tools.
• Contribute to flight controls and mission management software as needed.
• Develop analysis tools and Python scripts for pre/post flight evaluation.
• Correlate simulation predictions with flight data for model improvements.
• Develop and optimize embedded software across hardware and software boundaries.

Skills

GNC & flight automation

C++ development

Python scripting

Testing frameworks

Hardware integration

Real-time systems

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Bazel

Job description

Joby Flight Research designs, develops, and flight‑tests novel aircraft using a software‑first autonomy approach. We build and deploy autonomy, perception, planning, and radar systems across conventional, electric, and hydrogen‑electric aircraft in both CTOL and VTOL configurations.

Overview

Joby's Flight Research group is looking for a skilled software integration engineer to play a pivotal role in the development and testing of cutting‑edge flight automation systems. We're looking for someone who thrives in fast‑paced environments, takes full ownership, and consistently delivers high‑impact results.

Responsibilities

• Own the bring‑up, integration, and checkout of GNC and flight automation software on test aircraft
• Develop, review, and execute flight test cards targeting GNC performance characterization, stability margins, guidance accuracy, and automation feature validation
• Triage flight test squawks related to GNC and flight software; drive root‑cause investigations and coordinate fixes with discipline engineers
• Support flight readiness reviews, test readiness reviews, and configuration management processes
• Develop and maintain test frameworks and processes for software and systems
• Develop automated testing frameworks and simulation tools to validate flight automation behaviors
• Contribute to flight controls and mission management software development (C++) as needed to support the test campaign
• Develop and maintain analysis tools and scripts (Python) for pre‑flight prediction, real‑time monitoring, and post‑flight evaluation
• Contribute to simulation validation by correlating sim predictions with flight data and identifying model improvements
• Develop, debug, integrate, and optimize embedded software across hardware and software boundaries

Required

• 2+ years work experience and a bachelor's degree
• Experience working close to hardware and debugging in integrated environments
• Experience working with real‑time or safety‑critical software systems
• Solid understanding of software engineering fundamentals, including networking, fault tolerance, and system design
• Proven ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies across different problem domains
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment

This position must meet US export control compliance requirements, therefore a candidate must qualify as a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R.

• 120.15. “US Person” includes US Citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees.

Desired

• Aerospace related work experience.
• Experience in a flight test program
• Experience with mission management, robotics, or autonomous systems (path planning, contingency management, decision‑making).
• Familiarity with the Bazel build system.
• Experience with messaging frameworks for distributed systems.

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $95,700 - $150,000/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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer.