Greg Goetchius
About Greg Goetchius
Greg Goetchius is the Lead of Noise and Vibration Engineering at Joby Aviation, focusing on enhancing noise management for eVTOL aircraft. He has extensive experience in the field, having held key engineering roles at companies such as Lucid Motors, Tesla Motors, and Chrysler.
Current Role at Joby Aviation
Greg Goetchius serves as the Lead of Noise and Vibration Engineering at Joby Aviation, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he focuses on enhancing both the interior cabin noise and exterior community noise for electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. His work is essential in ensuring that the aircraft meet noise regulations and provide a comfortable experience for passengers and communities.
Previous Experience at Lucid Motors
Before joining Joby Aviation, Greg Goetchius worked at Lucid Motors as the Engineering Manager for Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) from 2015 to 2019. During his tenure in Menlo Park, California, he contributed to the development of luxury electric vehicles, focusing on optimizing the acoustic performance and overall quality of the vehicles.
Background in Engineering Management
Greg Goetchius has extensive experience in engineering management, having held several key positions throughout his career. He was the Global Director of Research & Development at Material Sciences Corporation from 2005 to 2010 and served as the NVH Technical Manager at the same company from 2002 to 2005. His background also includes a significant role as Engineering Manager for NVH at Tesla Motors from 2010 to 2015.
Education and Expertise
Greg Goetchius holds a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Michigan-Dearborn, which he completed from 1986 to 1988. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University, where he studied from 1982 to 1986. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in noise and vibration engineering.
Career at Chrysler
Greg Goetchius began his engineering career at Chrysler, where he worked for 16 years as an Engineering Supervisor from 1986 to 2002. His experience at Chrysler contributed to his understanding of automotive engineering and noise control, which he has applied throughout his subsequent roles in the industry.