Rotordynamics Engineer

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Salary

$98K-$167K From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

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Market context

U.S. role benchmark (BLS OEWS)

$116,543 U.S. median for this role

Projected growth (BLS Employment Projections)

+9.8% - Much faster than average

14% above the BLS role benchmark for software engineering aggregate.

Matched to SOC 15-1252 - Software Engineering aggregate by role bucket.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS, May 2024 and Employment Projections, 2024-2034.

Role

Role function

Engineering From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Seniority

Mid From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

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Growth-stage From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

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About this role

Rotordynamics Engineer Santa Cruz, CA, US Overview As a Rotordynamics Engineer, you will play an integral role in the development of Joby's rotordynamics load criteria. This position requires a solid mathematical and engineering background in aeronautical/aerospace disciplines, with a specific focus on rotordynamics and aircraft dynamics. You will operate in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with flight physics, testing, airframe, and certification teams to solve complex issues and certify our cutting-edge VTOL aircraft. Responsibilities Modeling & Development: Develop external loads, rotordynamic models, and aerodynamic databases for propeller/aeroelastic simulations. Analysis: Create multi-body analysis simulations and implement rotordynamic loads databases for structural and propeller design teams. Validation: Interpret experimental data to correlate and validate aircraft aeroelastic models. Testing Support: Support flight, ground, and laboratory testing for model development and empirical certification loads. Certification: Determine certification basis, establish compliance strategies, and develop/review certification-related documentation. Mentorship: Work with and mentor engineering teams across diverse aerospace and non-aerospace backgrounds. Required Education: B.S. in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or a relevant discipline. Experience: 3+ years of rotor or propeller loads and dynamics experience in industry or post-graduate research pertinent to the position Technical Expertise: * Exc

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