Maxine Nelson
About Maxine Nelson
Maxine Nelson is a Senior Engineer with extensive experience in aviation testing and engineering. She has worked at Joby Aviation since 2018 and has held various engineering roles at notable companies, including Eclipse Aviation and Boeing.
Work at Joby Aviation
Maxine Nelson has been employed at Joby Aviation as a Senior Engineer since 2018. In this role, she is involved in planning and executing icing tunnel and wind tunnel tests. Her work contributes to the development of advanced aviation technologies, focusing on ensuring the performance and safety of aircraft under various environmental conditions.
Previous Experience in Aviation Engineering
Prior to her current position, Maxine Nelson worked at several notable companies in the aviation industry. She served as a Mechanical System Engineer and Flight Into Known Icing Specialist at Eclipse Aviation from 2000 to 2009. She also held the position of Design Engineer at Boeing for one year in 1998-1999 and worked as an Aircraft Icing Specialist and Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer at Piaggio Aero Industries in 2009-2010.
Expertise in Testing and Certification
Maxine Nelson has extensive experience in aviation testing and certification. She has planned and executed DO-160G testing, which includes environmental, flammability, and HIRF tests. Her responsibilities also involve coordinating with external test houses to meet various aviation testing requirements, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Current Role at AeroTEC
In addition to her role at Joby Aviation, Maxine Nelson has been working at AeroTEC - Aerospace Testing Engineering & Certification Inc. since 2017 as an Aircraft Icing Specialist in Air Systems. In this capacity, she is responsible for tracking test budgets and ensuring the efficient allocation of resources, demonstrating her capability in project management within the aerospace sector.
Unique Skills and Contributions
Maxine Nelson's diverse skill set is highlighted by her unique role as a 'squirrel wrangler' in a startup environment. This title reflects her adaptability and ability to manage various tasks effectively. She engages in trade studies related to airdata and flight test airdata, contributing to the advancement of aviation technology and safety.