Gene Baker
About Gene Baker
Gene Baker is a System Engineer with extensive experience in avionics, having worked for various companies including Trans States Airlines, Rockwell Collins, and Collins Aerospace. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Aviation Technology from Southern Illinois University and has a strong passion for aviation.
Current Role at Joby Aviation
Gene Baker serves as a System Engineer at Joby Aviation, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he applies his extensive knowledge and experience in avionics and systems engineering to contribute to the development of innovative aviation technologies. His work focuses on enhancing the performance and safety of aircraft systems.
Previous Experience in Aviation
Before joining Joby Aviation, Gene Baker accumulated significant experience in the aviation sector. He worked at Collins Aerospace as a Senior Avionics Systems Engineer from 2015 to 2022, and prior to that, he served as a Senior Certification Engineer from 2019 to 2022. His earlier roles included positions at Rockwell Collins as an Avionics Systems Engineer and at Trans States Airlines as an Avionics Technician.
Education in Aviation Technology
Gene Baker earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Aviation Technology from Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, where he studied from 2003 to 2009. This educational background provided him with a solid foundation in aviation principles and practices, which he has applied throughout his career in various engineering roles.
Career Development and Skills
Throughout his career, Gene Baker has developed expertise in avionics and systems engineering, working with a diverse range of aircraft, from small general aviation models to larger airline aircraft. His roles have involved tackling complex challenges and continuously learning to adapt to advancements in aviation technology.
Early Career and Management Experience
Earlier in his career, Gene Baker worked at The Home Depot as a Receiving Manager from 2006 to 2010. This role helped him develop management skills that complement his technical expertise in aviation. He also completed his high school education at RHS, where he received his HS Diploma.