Certification Engineer, Avionics and Electrical

Company: Joby Aviation
Location: Santa Cruz
Posted on: April 10, 2021

Job Description:

Certification Engineer, Avionics and Electrical in Santa Cruz, California - Careers at Joby Aviation Skip to Main Content Please Enable Cookies to Continue Please enable cookies in your browser to experience all the personalized features of this site, including the ability to apply for a job. Welcome page Welcome page Returning candidate? Log back in! Certification Engineer, Avionics and Electrical Job Locations US-CA-Santa Cruz ID 2020-1335 Category Certification Type Regular Full-Time Joby Overview Located in Northern California, the Joby Aviation team has been steadily working toward our goal of providing safe, affordable, fully electric air transportation that is accessible to everyone. Imagine an air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly and quickly carries you over the congestion below, giving you back that time you'd otherwise spend sitting in traffic. Technology has advanced to the point where designing and operating an all-electric aircraft is completely viable. Our team has been discreetly designing and flight testing this vehicle and is looking for talented individuals to see it through certification and high rate production. Overview
Joby Aviation is looking for engineers experienced with civil aviation certification to join our growing team. This role will serve as an internal Subject Matter Expert as well as a primary external point of contact with regulatory agencies and industry standards groups for aircraft, system, and equipment-level aspects of avionics and electrical systems and equipment. Certification engineers will work closely with multiple design engineering and test teams to ensure designs comply with all federal airworthiness regulations. This position requires a solid understanding of aircraft systems, system development, and industry-specific certification processes. It is preferred that this individual be an FAA DER or candidate. The most important traits at Joby are a positive attitude towards the project, strong work ethic, and being able to self-manage and learn new skills. Forward thinking and the ability to adapt quickly to a fast-paced environment are a must.-- The Avionics and Electrical Systems Certification Engineer will be responsible for certification aspects of some or all systems and equipment related to:

• Communications
• Electrical Power
• Indicating and Recording Systems
• Lights
• Guidance, Navigation, and Surveillance--
• Cabin Systems
• Systems Integration
• Air Vehicle Wiring Responsibilities This position will be responsible for:
  • Determining and interpreting the certification basis and establishing compliance strategies - including means and methods of compliance.--
  • Developing, reviewing, and approving certification-related documents, including:--
    • Issue Papers, Special Conditions, Equivalent Levels of Safety, etc.
    • Certification Plans and Summaries
    • Test Plans and Reports
    • Design and Analysis Reports
    • Requests for Conformity, Statements of Compliance
    • Working with and mentoring multiple engineering teams with a mix of aerospace and non-aerospace backgrounds to:--
      • Establish relevant design development and certification plans that will support Type Certification.--
      • Convey and document requirements in a way that clearly breaks down the regulations and guidance material.--
      • Develop engineering specifications for avionics and electrical systems and equipment.--
      • Review designs, develop solutions, and ensure compliance with the airworthiness standards.--
      • Planning out test campaigns, overseeing test article fabrication, and witnessing tests in order to demonstrate that applicable designs show compliance with airworthiness standards.--
      • Interfacing with certification authorities as required (FAA, EASA, etc.).-- Required This position requires candidate to have or be:
        • Expert-level understanding of design standards and verification methods for electrical systems and equipment.--
        • Expert-level understanding of RTCA/DO-160 Environmental Conditions and Test Procedures for Airborne Equipment.--
        • Previous FAA certification experience with electrical systems and equipment.--
        • Basic knowledge of 2X.1309 analyses and processes, including Advisory Circular 23.1309-1E, SAE ARP4761, and SAE ARP4754A.--
        • The ability to question traditional assumptions in the application of regulations, guidance material, and engineering specifications.--
        • The ability to read, review, and create technical schematics, engineering specifications, and engineering drawings.--
        • At least 10 years of relevant aviation or aerospace industry experience.--
        • A Bachelor of Science in an applicable engineering discipline.--
        • Proficient in English.--
        • Proficient with Microsoft Office products.-- Desired The ideal candidate for this position will have or be:
          • An FAA Designated Engineering Representative (DER) - Systems and Equipment (Electrical Equipment).--
          • Whole-aircraft FAA certification program experience, Part 23 or Part 27 experience preferred.--
          • Experience in testing including instrumenting, data acquisition, and documenting and analyzing results.--
          • Experience and involvement with industry groups to develop consensus standards.--
          • A private pilot certificate or higher.--
          • Familiar with Dassault Systemes engineering and management tools.-- Options Apply for this job online Apply Share Email this job to a friend Refer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Loading... If you have questions about our online applications, please see our application FAQ.

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