Liam Chaffey
About Liam Chaffey
Liam Chaffey is a Powertrain Mechanical Engineer at Joby Aviation, where he has worked since 2020. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, where he studied from 2015 to 2019.
Work at Joby Aviation
Liam Chaffey has been employed at Joby Aviation since 2020, where he serves as a Powertrain Mechanical Engineer. In this role, he focuses on the development and optimization of powertrain systems for electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. Prior to his current position, he gained experience as a Propulsion Intern at Joby Aviation in 2019, contributing to various projects related to propulsion systems.
Education and Expertise
Liam Chaffey earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo, completing his studies from 2015 to 2019. His education provided him with a solid foundation in mechanical engineering principles, which he applies in his current role at Joby Aviation. His academic background includes coursework and projects relevant to powertrain systems and renewable energy.
Background
Before joining Joby Aviation, Liam Chaffey gained diverse engineering experience through various internships. He worked at Amber Kinetics, Inc. as a Mechanical Engineering Intern in 2017 and again in 2018, focusing on mechanical design and analysis. Additionally, he interned at the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI) from 2014 to 2015, where he worked on autonomous underwater vehicles. His early experience also includes a role as a Renewable Energy Research Assistant at California Polytechnic State University in 2018.
Internship Experience
Liam Chaffey has completed multiple internships that have contributed to his engineering skills. He interned at SeeScan in 2016, where he gained hands-on experience in mechanical engineering for two months. His internships at Amber Kinetics, Inc. and MBARI provided him with practical knowledge in propulsion systems and autonomous technologies, respectively. These experiences have shaped his career and prepared him for his current role at Joby Aviation.