Mechanical Design Engineer Intern,… at Joby Aviation · Santa Cruz

Summary: Joby Aviation is seeking a passionate student to join our design engineering team for the summer. In this role, you will be responsible for the development & detailed design of structural airframe components, working closely with various disciplines to ensure successful integration of systems. Responsibilities: - Understanding of static and structural hand-calculations - Design of composite/metallic brackets to integrate electronics and other aircraft systems - Perform initial layout and sizing - Fastener sizing, bond area sizing, riveting - Composite metallic material compatibility, galvanic corrosion - Detailed drawing creation, GD&T - Direct communication with vendors and technicians in manufacturing - Consult frequently with team leads Required Qualifications: - Rising senior of B.S. in mechanical engineering/aerospace engineering - Proficiency in CAD, including CAD projects outside of engineering coursework - Experience with composite and metallic component/structural design and analysis - Excellent problem solving and communication skills - Proficiency in composite structures design Preferred Qualifications: - Previous internship/co-op experience in aviation or related fields - Experience with Dassault Systemes/Catia CAD platforms - Experience in composites manufacturing - Experience with finite element tools - Aircraft homebuilding or rapid prototyping experience Required Skills: CAD, Composite structures design, Composite component design, Metallic component design, Structural design, analysis, Static, structural hand calculations, Detailed drawing creation, GD&T, Fastener sizing, Bond area sizing, Riveting, Composite metallic material compatibility, Galvanic corrosion