Software Verification Engineer, Operations

Overview

At Joby, we've been working to make vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) air taxis a reality since 2009. Our aircraft are now being certified by the FAA, and we're preparing to launch in the US and Dubai.

Responsibilities

• Work with a range of software, processor in the loop, and hardware in the loop simulators representative of the eVTOL system
• Design, execute and maintain test cases, test plans, test procedures, test reports, and supporting documentation for software certification and validation purposes
• Develop the skills to become the Software Verification product expert on flight-critical software components and own the testing process
• Participate in product design reviews to provide input on functional requirements, product designs, schedules, or potential problems
• Document and report software defects using a bug tracking system
• Identify, analyze, and document problems with program function, user interface, or content
• Work closely with the Embedded, Flight Sensors and Control Law developers to achieve test objectives

Requirements

• B.S. in Computer Science, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering and 3+ years Industry Experience in Quality Assurance or Test Engineering
• An advanced degree and 1+ years experience will also be considered
• Background in Software Test and Verification on embedded systems
• Interfacing with embedded software and electronic hardware
• Development, execution and reporting of manual test cases
• Demonstrable debugging and troubleshooting skills
• Reporting of defects and quality metrics
• Project management, bug tracking and continuous integration tools, e.g JIRA, Jenkins, Team City
• Must be able to support Joby’s S4 on-site testing so some overnight travel may be required

Desired

• Knowledge of requirements-based testing applying DO-178C Software Certification guidelines
• Awareness of DO-331 Model based development and verification
• Programming experience in MATLAB and Simulink
• Background using Polarion or similar requirements management tools
• Agile software development and Test Driven Development
• Piloting aircraft, avionics hardware, electric cars or similar systems
• Python programming and shell scripting proficiency
• Networking fundamentals
• Hands-on can-do mentality

Benefits

The compensation package includes a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $102,900 - $173,700. 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. Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.