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System Design Engineer Intern – Test Equipment

Joby Aviation
San Carlos, CA Intern
POSTED ON 3/5/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/4/2026

Joby Overview

Located in Northern California, the team at Joby Aviation is driven by our goal of creating an affordable, all-electric air transportation system. 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 onwards toward certifying the Joby aircraft with the Federal Aviation Administration, scaling our manufacturing, and preparing to launch commercial service in 2025.

Overview

The Testing Team is seeking an intern to assist in the design of test equipment used to perform structural, environmental, and functional testing of flight-critical components and systems for our eVTOL aircraft. This person will work closely with other engineers on the team to provide hands-on support with various testing projects. We expect our interns to take on a lot of ownership but will be provided the support and guidance to allow them to grow and be successful in a fast-paced, engineering-focused environment.

 

Responsibilities

  • Support design engineers in hands-on work, assembly, component ordering and BOM creation
  • Design and analyze test systems and support equipment under the supervision of a team peer using CAD-based tools, electrical schematic tools, and system modeling software
  • Generate engineering drawings and support test equipment fabrication
  • Manage small projects from conception to completion

Required

  • Currently enrolled or recently graduated with B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, or another relevant discipline and is sophomore level or higher
  • Some relevant experience/coursework in the following subjects (don't need to have complete coverage in all subjects listed):
    • Aerospace Design
    • Mechanical Design
    • Electro-Mechanical Systems
    • Thermal Systems
    • Electrical/Power Engineering
    • Machine Control (controls, sensors, PLCs, robotics, software)
    • Materials
    • Statics and Dynamics
    • Hydraulics
    • Vibration
    • Software Design / System Modeling
  • Supportive curriculum - Knowledge of design practices, basic analysis, and mechanical drawing/drafting

Desired

  • Relevant educational focus - structures/composites, electro-mechanical/robotics, and/or controls engineering
  • Knowledge and experience of how to use lab equipment and machine shop tools
  • A nugget of experience - something either from prior internships or clubs, etc.
  • A dash of wow - A positive, can-do attitude and the ability to listen and learn effectively. Demonstrated enthusiasm and passion for work and projects

 

The pay range for undergraduate interns, which includes freshman to senior level students, is $22-31/hr. The pay range for graduate interns with a Bachelor, Master, and/or Ph.D. degree is $5,550-$7,800/month. 

Relocation Assistance: This position does not offer relocation assistance. Candidates must live in the immediate area or relocate at their own expense.

EEO

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary : $22 - $31

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