Nicholas Chapman, P.Eng
About Nicholas Chapman, P.Eng
Nicholas Chapman, P.Eng, is a Senior Program Manager and Engineer specializing in Flight Test at Joby Aviation since 2021. He has extensive experience in aerospace engineering, having held various roles at companies such as BOMBARDIER, Pratt & Whitney Canada, and AeroTEC, and has accumulated over 500 flight hours as a Flight Test Engineer.
Work at Joby Aviation
Nicholas Chapman has been employed at Joby Aviation since 2021, serving as a Senior Program Manager and Engineer in the Flight Test department. His role involves managing daily flight test operations, including overseeing project management of vehicle resources, mission scope, and tactical planning. He is currently engaged in a Part 23 Type Certification project within the electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) segment. Additionally, he acts as the Experimental Airworthiness Manager for the company's flight test and support aircraft fleet.
Previous Experience in Aerospace Engineering
Prior to his current position, Nicholas Chapman held various roles in the aerospace industry. He worked at BOMBARDIER from 2010 to 2016, where he served as a Hydro-Mechanical Systems Integrator and later as a Flight Control Systems Integrator. He also worked at AeroTEC as a Flight Test Team Manager and Systems Engineer. His experience includes managing flight test operations and contributing to the development of flight test aircraft. He has accumulated over 500 flight hours as a Flight Test Engineer, serving as both Test Conductor and System Specialist.
Education and Expertise
Nicholas Chapman earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.) degree with a specialization in Aerospace Propulsion from Carleton University, completing his studies from 2006 to 2010. He has pursued additional education, including short courses in Hydro-mechanical System Design at The University of Kansas and Economics at Western University. His educational background supports his extensive experience in aerospace engineering and flight testing.
Leadership and Management Roles
In addition to his engineering responsibilities, Nicholas Chapman has held leadership positions, including serving as President and Owner of Nineteen Lyons from 2018 to 2021. He has demonstrated his capability in program management and team leadership throughout his career, particularly in managing complex flight test operations and ensuring compliance with certification standards. His role as Lead Aircraft Engineer involves overseeing modifications across various technical domains, including structural, mechanical, electrical, and software aspects.
Flight Test and Certification Achievements
Nicholas Chapman has successfully completed two end-to-end Part 25 Type Certification projects, one focused on business aircraft and the other on commercial aircraft. His expertise in flight testing is further evidenced by his ownership of the Aircraft Type Certificate flight test program schedule for development and certification campaigns. His contributions to the field of aerospace engineering are marked by his involvement in critical flight test operations and certification processes.