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Sr/Staff Wiring Systems Design Engineer

XWING

Santa Cruz, CAFull-time$139–237K/yrPosted 3mo agoVerified open 6 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$139–237K/yr
Location
Santa Cruz, CA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

XWING is hiring a Sr/Staff Wiring Systems Design Engineer. Joby Aviation is seeking a passionate senior engineer to join its team focusing on Electrical Wiring Interconnection Systems (EWIS), collaborating with electrical, manufacturing, and structural engineers to meet design requirements for functionality, manufacturability, integration, inspectability, and maintenance. The senior engineer will design flight‑critical wire harness assemblies and electromechanical interconnection systems, create test plans to characterize, qualify, and validate designs, and must be highly organized, self‑driven, and deeply versed in aerospace design standards.

Key focus areas include Design electromechanical interconnection systems according to aerospace standards, Generate 3D CAD for wire routing, clamp locations, and datum markers, and Author 2D drawings based on 3D design, utilizing industry best practices and general knowledge of GD&T.

Successful candidates bring B.S. In Electrical Or Mechanical Engineering, 8+ Years Of Relevant Industry Experience, and 2+ Years Of Aviation Industry Experience. Important skills include Electrical Wiring Interconnection Systems, Designing Flight Critical Wire Harness Assemblies, Designing Electromechanical Interconnection Systems, Creating Test Plans, Aerospace Design Standards, and Generate 3D CAD For Wire Routing. Preferred (not required): ERP/MRP/PLM Solutions, ERP Solutions, MRP Solutions, and PLM Solutions.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Electrical Wiring Interconnection SystemsDesigning Flight Critical Wire Harness AssembliesDesigning Electromechanical Interconnection SystemsCreating Test PlansAerospace Design StandardsGenerate 3D CAD for Wire RoutingAuthor 2D DrawingsIndustry Best PracticesGD&TProvide Solutions to Support and Protect Wire HarnessesAudit Wire Diagrams and TopologiesProblem SolvingCollaborationHands-on DesignPrototypingTestingPDMCatiaPro/ESolidWorks3DExperienceEWIS Aerospace StandardsSAE AS50881AC 43.13 Ch.11ASTM F2639ERP/MRP/PLM SolutionsElectrical Wiring Interconnection Systems DesignElectromechanical Interconnection Systems DesignTest Plan CreationHighly OrganizedSelf-Driven3D CAD2D DrawingsWire Harness Support and ProtectionWire Diagram AuditingTopology AuditingERP SolutionsMRP SolutionsPLM Solutions

Qualifications

B.S. In Electrical or Mechanical Engineering8+ Years of Working Experience in Relevant Industry2+ Years of Experience Within the Aviation IndustryHighly OrganizedSelf-DrivenDeep Understanding of Aerospace Design Standards

Benefits

Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
401(k) Match
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

Full job description

Sr/Staff Wiring Systems Design Engineer Job Locations US-CA-Santa Cruz ID 2026-5066 Category Powertrain & Electronics Type Regular Full-Time Company Overview 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. At Joby, we've been working to make that dream a reality since 2009 and we're now in the final stages of certifying our aircraft with the FAA. With plans to launch our aircraft in the US and Dubai, we're now scaling manufacturing and preparing for the launch of our commercial service.

Overview Joby Aviation is seeking a passionate senior engineer to join our team with a focus in Electrical Wiring Interconnection Systems (EWIS), working with electrical, manufacturing, and structural engineers to meet design requirements for functionality, manufacturability, integration, inspectability, and maintenance. The senior engineer will be responsible for designing flight critical wire harness assemblies and electromechanical interconnection systems, as well as creating test plans to characterize, qualify, and validate those designs. This individual must be highly organized and self-driven while possessing a deep understanding of aerospace design standards. This position is exciting and rewarding, as the engineer will promptly see their ideas grow from concept to creation due to the fast pace of Joby Aviation.

Responsibilities Design electromechanical interconnection systems according to aerospace standards Generate 3D CAD for wire routing, clamp locations, and datum markers Author 2D drawings based on 3D design, utilizing industry best practices and general knowledge of GD&T Provide solutions to support and protect wire harnesses Audit wire diagrams and topologies for accuracy against interface control documents Required

B.S. in electrical or mechanical engineering 8+ years of working experience in a relevant industry 2+ years of experience within the aviation industry Excellent problem solving and teamwork skills, working with many people and teams Experience with hands-on design, prototyping, and testing Strong background utilizing PDM Proficiency with CAD, such as Catia, Pro/E, SolidWorks, 3DExperience, etc. Familiarity with EWIS aerospace standards, such as SAE AS50881, AC 43.13 Ch.11, ASTM F2639, etc. Desired M.S. in electrical or mechanical engineering 10+ years of working experience in a relevant industry Understanding of ERP/MRP/PLM solutions Experience with Catia, specifically using Electrical 3D Design, Electrical 3D Part Design, Electrical Manufacturing Preparation, Assembly Design, Part Design, Generative Shape Design, and Logical to Physical linking

Additional Information Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $139,400 - $237,000/yr . The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

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

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