Joshua Resnick
About Joshua Resnick
Joshua Resnick is a Staff Mechanical Engineer at Joby Aviation, with a background in electrical engineering and extensive experience in prototype engineering. He previously held positions at Tesla and Parallel Flight Technologies, and has a Master's degree in Theology from Hellenic College Holy Cross.
Current Role at Joby Aviation
Joshua Resnick currently holds the position of Staff Mechanical Engineer at Joby Aviation, where he has been employed since 2023. His role is based in Santa Cruz, California, and he works on-site. In this capacity, he applies his extensive engineering background, particularly in mechanical systems, to contribute to the development of innovative aviation technologies.
Previous Experience at Tesla
Joshua Resnick worked at Tesla as a Senior Electrical Engineer from 2015 to 2019. During this time, he was involved in prototype engineering and contributed to the Tesla Semi-Truck program from 2017 to 2019. His responsibilities included system architecture and low-voltage engineering efforts, as well as leading a team to develop a novel inverter architecture and battery management system, which is currently patent pending.
Leadership Role at Parallel Flight Technologies
From 2019 to 2023, Joshua Resnick served as CEO and CTO at Parallel Flight Technologies. In this leadership role, he directed the company's technological advancements and strategic initiatives. His tenure at Parallel Flight Technologies focused on developing innovative solutions in the aerospace sector.
Educational Background
Joshua Resnick holds a Master's degree in Theology/Theological Studies from Hellenic College Holy Cross, where he studied from 2002 to 2004. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Worcester Polytechnic Institute, where he studied Physics and Electrical Engineering. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his engineering and leadership roles.
Teaching and Entrepreneurial Experience
In addition to his engineering roles, Joshua Resnick has experience in academia, having taught physics at the University of Alaska, Anchorage. He also owned a marine power engineering and machining company in Alaska, which serviced the Kodiak fishing fleet. This company specialized in designing power systems for challenging industrial marine conditions, showcasing his diverse expertise in engineering applications.