Amanda Bastian
About Amanda Bastian
Amanda Bastian serves as the Airframe & Actuator Structural Integrity Team Lead at Joby Aviation, where she has worked since 2019. She possesses extensive experience in structural analysis within the aerospace sector, having held various engineering and leadership roles at notable companies.
Work at Joby Aviation
Amanda Bastian has been serving as the Airframe & Actuator Structural Integrity Team Lead at Joby Aviation since 2019. In this role, she leads a team focused on ensuring the structural integrity of airframe and actuator components. Her responsibilities include overseeing structural analysis and certification substantiation, which are critical for the development of advanced aerospace technologies.
Previous Experience in Aerospace Engineering
Prior to her current role, Amanda Bastian held several positions in the aerospace sector. She worked at Terrafugia as a Flight and Primary Structure Champion from 2017 to 2019 and served as a Technical Fellow for two months in 2019. Her experience also includes roles at United Technologies, where she was a Lead Component Engineer and a Contract Structural Analyst, as well as a Nacelle Integration Lead. Additionally, she worked at Goodrich Aerostructures and Northrop Grumman, gaining extensive knowledge in structural analysis and engineering.
Education and Expertise
Amanda Bastian's educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering from Syracuse University, which she completed from 2002 to 2006. She furthered her studies in Composite Structural Engineering Technology at Wichita State University, achieving a CSET in 2020. Additionally, she completed the Leadership and Management Program at the University of California San Diego from 2016 to 2017, enhancing her leadership skills in technical environments.
Background in Structural Analysis
With a strong background in structural analysis, Amanda Bastian has contributed significantly to the aerospace industry. Her expertise encompasses stress engineering, certification substantiation, and nacelle integration. She has held various technical and leadership roles, demonstrating her ability to transition from a Technical Fellow to a team lead, reflecting her comprehensive understanding of aerospace engineering principles.
Career Progression and Leadership Roles
Amanda Bastian has demonstrated a clear trajectory in her career, moving from technical roles to leadership positions. Her experience includes serving as a Stress/FEM and Loads Engineer III at Goodrich Aerostructures and as a Stress Engineer at Northrop Grumman. This progression highlights her capability in managing teams and projects while maintaining a focus on technical excellence in the aerospace field.