David Fischer
About David Fischer
David Fischer is a Design Team Lead at Joby Aviation, with a background in transportation design and extensive experience in interior design across various automotive and aerospace companies.
Current Role at Joby Aviation
David Fischer serves as the Design Team Lead at Joby Aviation, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing design initiatives and leading a team focused on innovative aviation solutions. Joby Aviation is known for its commitment to developing electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, and Fischer's expertise contributes to the company's design vision and execution.
Education and Expertise
David Fischer studied at the Art Center College of Design, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Transportation Design from 2010 to 2013. He also attended the Minneapolis College of Art and Design, focusing on Furniture Design and Manufacturing. His educational background provides a strong foundation in design principles applicable to both transportation and product design.
Professional Background
Fischer has a diverse professional background in interior design across various automotive and aerospace companies. He worked at Alfa Romeo and Maserati in Torino, Italy, as an Interior Designer from 2014 to 2016. Prior to that, he held positions at Gulfstream Aerospace in Savannah, Georgia, and Renault in Guyancourt, France. His experience also includes a role at GEELY Design Global in Barcelona, Spain, where he served as a Senior Designer from 2016 to 2019.
Previous Work Experience
Before his current role at Joby Aviation, David Fischer accumulated significant experience in the design field. He worked at Gulfstream Aerospace twice, first in 2011 for eight months and again in 2014 for another eight months. His tenure at Renault lasted four months in 2013. Additionally, he worked at STILE BERTONE in 2012 for three months, further diversifying his design portfolio.