Joby Aviation

Systems Test Engineer Intern (Summer 2026)

Joby Aviation  •  $22 - $31/hr  •  Santa Cruz, CA (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description

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.

The Testing Team is seeking an intern to assist in performing 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 provide support and guidance to allow them to grow and be successful in a fast-paced, engineering-focused environment.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with Test Engineers in test preparation, execution, and reporting on various sub-system test venues
  • Work with Test Engineers in designing, assembling and preparing test rigs for execution
  • Design and analyze mechanical test and support equipment under the supervision of a team peer using CAD based tools (if relevant to education background)
  • Design and analyze electrical/electronic test and support equipment under the supervision of a team peer using computer-based tools such as Altium (if relevant to education background)
  • Generate engineering drawings and support equipment fabrication.
  • Manage small projects from conception to completion

This internship is based in Santa Cruz, CA, and may require travel to other locations in Marina, CA, or San Carlos, CA.

Required

  • Currently pursuing or recently graduated with a B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or other relevant discipline
  • Currently at junior level or above
  • Must be able to work for a minimum of 12 weeks, full-time and onsite at our Santa Cruz, CA facility
  • Experience or course work in any of the following; Mechanical or Aerospace Design, Electro-Mechanical Systems, Thermal Systems, Electrical/Power Engineering, or Machine Control (PLCs, robotics)
  • Knowledge of design practices, materials, and basic analysis with relevant coursework

Desired

  • Prior relevant intern or co-op experience
  • Project work, or hobbies, showing some hands-on attitude and creativity, and application of engineering knowledge. This can also be from prior internships or clubs, etc.
  • A positive, can-do attitude and the ability to listen and learn effectively. Enthusiasm, passion, proactivity, and genuine excitement surround the role and company.

    The pay range for undergraduate interns, which includes freshman to senior level students, is $22.00 - $31.00/hour. 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.

Additional Information

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Joby Aviation

About Joby Aviation

Joby is a California-based company building quiet, all-electric aircraft to connect people like never before. Quiet as a conversation and with the ability to take off and land vertically, the Joby aircraft will change the way we move while reducing the acoustic and climate footprint of flight.

Industry
Aviation & Aerospace
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Santa Cruz, California
Year Founded
2009
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