Oliver Nink
About Oliver Nink
Oliver Nink is an experienced professional in the fields of engineering and artificial intelligence, currently serving as part of the Integration Team at Joby Aviation and as a Mission Partner at the Defense Innovation Unit. He has a background in the U.S. Coast Guard, where he held various roles including project manager and electrical technician, and he holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
Current Role at Joby Aviation
Oliver Nink currently works at Joby Aviation as part of the ESI, Integration Team. He has been in this role since 2022, contributing to the development and integration of advanced aviation technologies. His position is based in Santa Cruz, California, where he applies his technical expertise to support the company's innovative projects in the aerospace sector.
Experience at U.S. Coast Guard
Oliver Nink has extensive experience with the U.S. Coast Guard, serving in various capacities over several years. He worked as a Project Manager and Electrical Technician from 2019 to 2020 in the Middle East, and as an Electrical Technician from 2020 to 2022 in the San Francisco Bay Area. Additionally, he held roles as a Fireman in Kodiak, Alaska, and as an Electrical Technician in Corpus Christi, Texas, and Los Angeles, California. His diverse roles highlight his technical skills and project management capabilities.
Education and Expertise
Oliver Nink studied at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, where he pursued a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from 2022 to 2026. His education provides a strong foundation in engineering principles, which he applies in his current roles. He also serves as the reserve lead for Artificial Intelligence at the Defense Innovation Unit, demonstrating his expertise in AI and machine learning applications.
Role at Defense Innovation Unit
In addition to his position at Joby Aviation, Oliver Nink works at the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) as a Mission Partner focusing on AI/ML and the Space portfolio. He has been in this role since 2023, providing technical and scientific expertise within the Space, Human Systems, and Energy portfolios. His work supports the integration of innovative technologies in defense applications.
Internship Experience
Before his current roles, Oliver Nink completed a DoD Skillbridge internship at Joby Aviation in 2022. This two-month internship provided him with hands-on experience in the aerospace industry, further enhancing his skills and knowledge in aviation technologies and integration processes.