Matt Derkach
About Matt Derkach
Matt Derkach is the Advanced Industrial Design Lead at Joby Aviation, where he focuses on prototyping and innovative product development. He has a strong background in aerospace engineering and industrial design, with experience at companies such as Uber, General Motors, and Alpha Products Inc.
Current Role at Joby Aviation
Matt Derkach serves as the Advanced Industrial Design Lead at Joby Aviation, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on developing advanced industrial design strategies, emphasizing prototyping and innovative product creation. His work contributes to the company's efforts in advancing urban air mobility solutions.
Experience in Urban Air Mobility at Uber Elevate
Derkach played a key role in the design and user experience of Uber Elevate, where he worked as the Sr. Industrial Design and User Experience Lead II from 2020 to 2021. His contributions were instrumental in shaping the future of urban air mobility, reflecting his expertise in integrating design with user experience.
Background in Automotive Design
Matt Derkach has extensive experience in the automotive industry, particularly with high-performance vehicles like the Corvette. He worked at General Motors in various capacities, including as Corvette Advanced Design Integration and Prototyping Engineer and Corvette Aerodynamics Design & Test Engineer. His roles involved aerodynamics design and testing, contributing to the performance and design of advanced automotive products.
Educational Background in Engineering and Design
Derkach earned a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from The Ohio State University, where he studied from 2008 to 2013. He also completed a Minor in Industrial and Product Design with a focus on 3D CAD during his time at the university from 2012 to 2013. This educational foundation supports his expertise in both aerospace engineering and industrial design.
Previous Employment and Roles
Prior to his current role, Matt Derkach held various positions across multiple companies. He worked as a Manufacturing Design Engineer at Alpha Products Inc., a Project Lead at ATF Inc., and several roles at General Motors. His diverse experience includes leading hardware product design and integrating advanced design techniques into projects, showcasing his versatility in both manufacturing and design.