Zach Reeder
About Zach Reeder
Zach Reeder is an Integrated Aircraft Staff Engineer at Joby Aviation, where he has held multiple roles since 2019, including Flight Test Engineer and Test Pilot. He previously worked for ten years at Scaled Composites, LLC in various engineering and piloting positions.
Work at Joby Aviation
Zach Reeder has been employed at Joby Aviation since 2019. He holds multiple roles, including Flight Test Engineer, Test Pilot, Generalist, Integrated Aircraft Staff Engineer, and Pre-Production Aircraft Chief Engineer. His responsibilities span various aspects of aircraft testing and engineering, contributing to the development of advanced aerial mobility solutions. Reeder's tenure at Joby Aviation has included significant involvement in flight testing and pre-production processes, reflecting his expertise in the aerospace sector.
Experience at Scaled Composites, LLC
Prior to joining Joby Aviation, Zach Reeder worked at Scaled Composites, LLC for ten years, from 2005 to 2019. During his time there, he served in multiple roles, including Design Engineer, Test Pilot, and Project Engineer. His experience at Scaled Composites equipped him with a diverse skill set in aircraft design and testing, contributing to various projects within the company.
Education and Expertise
Zach Reeder earned a Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from Texas A&M University, completing his studies from 2001 to 2005. This educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in aerospace engineering principles, which he has applied throughout his career in various engineering and testing roles.
Professional Roles and Responsibilities
In his current position at Joby Aviation, Zach Reeder's roles encompass a range of responsibilities related to aircraft engineering and testing. As an Integrated Aircraft Staff Engineer and Pre-Production Aircraft Chief Engineer, he plays a critical role in ensuring the readiness of aircraft for production and operational testing. His work as a Test Pilot further emphasizes his hands-on experience in evaluating aircraft performance.