Rodrigo Guimaraes
About Rodrigo Guimaraes
Rodrigo Guimaraes serves as a Senior Stress Engineer (Tail Stress Lead) at Joby Aviation, where he mentors junior engineers and supports test campaigns. He has extensive experience in stress engineering, having worked at notable companies such as Gulfstream Aerospace and Zodiac Aerospace.
Current Role at Joby Aviation
Rodrigo Guimaraes serves as the Senior Stress Engineer (Tail Stress Lead) at Joby Aviation, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he plays a crucial part in analyzing and dispositioning non-conformances through Material Review Board (MRB) processes. He also supports test campaigns, contributing to the validation and verification of engineering designs. Additionally, he is involved in the structural sizing of composite and metallic components for the S4v2.1 project, demonstrating his expertise in stress analysis and engineering.
Previous Experience at Gulfstream Aerospace
Rodrigo Guimaraes has extensive experience at Gulfstream Aerospace, where he held multiple technical positions. He worked as a Technical Specialist in various roles, including Core Stress Engineering, Specialty Analyses Sub-Leader, and Empennage Stress. His tenure at Gulfstream spanned from 2013 to 2020, during which he contributed to preliminary design and lead engineering efforts. His experience in Savannah, Georgia, provided him with a solid foundation in aerospace engineering.
Background in Aerospace Engineering
Rodrigo Guimaraes has a strong educational background in engineering. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Universidade Estadual Paulista 'Júlio de Mesquita Filho' from 1998 to 2002. He furthered his education with various continuing education programs at The University of Kansas, University of South Carolina, and Georgia Institute of Technology, focusing on aerospace structures and composite analysis. His commitment to professional development is evident in his pursuit of specialized training.
Experience at Zodiac Aerospace
Rodrigo Guimaraes worked at Zodiac Aerospace in several capacities, including Lead Stress Engineer and Stress Engineer, from 2011 to 2013 and briefly in 2013. His roles involved structural analysis and stress engineering, contributing to the development of aerospace components. His experience in Garden Grove, California, allowed him to apply his engineering skills in a dynamic environment.
Mentorship and Professional Development
At Joby Aviation, Rodrigo Guimaraes actively mentors junior stress engineers, providing guidance and support to enhance their professional development. His role as a mentor reflects his commitment to fostering talent within the engineering field and ensuring the growth of the next generation of aerospace engineers.