Manager Flight and Ground Operations (Dubai, UAE)

Joby Aviation; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Manager for Flight and Ground Operations to spearhead the launch of an innovative urban air mobility service in Dubai. This pivotal role involves ensuring regulatory compliance and operational safety while collaborating with local and US teams to drive strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in the aviation sector, with a strong focus on project management and safety standards. Join a forward-thinking company committed to transforming urban transportation and be part of a groundbreaking journey in the aviation industry.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Travel Opportunities

Professional Development

Flexible Work Hours

Qualifications

• 5+ years of operational experience in the aeronautical industry.
• Must hold a valid ICAO CPL or ATPL and maintain a Class 1 UAE medical certificate.

Responsibilities

• Lead the establishment of UAM operations in the UAE, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with the UAE General Manager on growth strategy and operational objectives.

Skills

Aviation Safety Standards

Project Management

Regulatory Compliance

Cross-Functional Coordination

Strategic Thinking

Operational Safety

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aviation Management

Master's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Aviation Management Systems

Flight Operations Manuals

Job description

Joby Overview

Located in Northern California, the team at Joby Aviation is driven by our goal of creating an affordable, all-electric air transportation system. Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. Since 2009, our team has worked steadily to make this dream a reality. We’ve designed and tested many generations of prototype aircraft capable of serving in a network of electric air taxis. We’re looking for talented, committed individuals to join our team as we push onwards toward certifying the Joby aircraft with the Federal Aviation Administration, scaling our manufacturing, and launching our initial commercial service.

Overview

Joby Aviation is seeking a passionate and experienced aviation professional to join our global Operations team and local Dubai team in launching Joby’s first urban air mobility (UAM) air taxi service. This service, launched in cooperation with Dubai’s Road and Transport Authority, will feature Joby’s all electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (eVTOL) and is expected to be among the first eVTOL UAM services in the world. You will report to Joby’s US-based Commercial Operations Lead and will work closely alongside Joby’s UAE General Manager.

As the Dubai-based Manager Flight and Ground Operations, you will drive the establishment of Joby’s UAM operations within the UAE. You will serve a critical role in leading the development, planning, and execution of Joby’s vision for UAM while focusing specifically on regulatory compliance and operational safety. As the local operations relationship manager, you will build and maintain relationships with Joby’s Dubai and UAE regulators and stakeholders.

You must be a creative and strategic thinker, one who can represent Joby’s vision while still being capable of driving tactical execution tasks such as coordinating, tracking, and driving numerous cross-functional work streams with US-based counterparts.

This full time role is located in Dubai, UAE and remote work will not be permitted. 30% travel is expected, primarily to the United States.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Joby’s UAE General Manager in planning and execution of Joby’s growth strategy for UAM operations in the UAE
• Serve as the local operations point of contact, establishing Dubai UAM operations in accordance with Civil Aviation Regulations (CAR)-UAM and other applicable regulations
• Hire and manage ground operations and operations control center personnel while also supporting the hiring of pilots and engineers
• Serve as subject matter expert to help build eVTOL flight and ground procedures, while ensuring safety and compliance are core to all operational concepts
• Lead the authoring and revision process of Joby’s operations manuals, procedures, and other required documentation aligned with GCAA and ICAO guidance
• Drive logistic planning and coordination for shipping, import, set-up, and sustainment of Joby’s eVTOL aircraft, parts, tools, and ground support equipment
• Serve as a flight operations subject matter expert on commercial aviation in the UAE
• Serve as a key liaison between Joby and UAE regulatory authorities
• Drive the identification, progress tracking, and completion of operational objectives that enable the launch of air taxi operations; identifying blockers, dependencies, and sources of execution risk
• Tackle difficult, ambiguous questions with rigor and independence, owning projects from problem definition to implementation
• Other duties as assigned

Required

• 5+ years operational experience, with increasing levels of responsibility, in the aeronautical industry
• Meet requirements of a Nominated Person for Flight Operations per Part ORO.AOC.135, additionally including:
• Practical experience and expertise in the application of aviation safety standards and safety operating practices
• Familiarity with management systems preferably in the area of aviation
• Comprehensive knowledge of GCAA Civil Aviation Regulations
• Hold a current and valid ICAO CPL or ATPL (helicopter, airplane, and powered lift accepted)
• Must be able to maintain a Class 1 UAE medical certificate
• If holding a pilot license from an ICAO contracting state, meet the requirements and successfully convert to a UAE license per CAR-FCL, once employed
• Demonstrated experience leading multiple interrelated projects that support a program’s objectives
• Fluent in English (ICAO level 4 minimum)
• Able to travel up to 30% of the time, including to the United States
• Legally able to work in Dubai, UAE, or have the ability to be sponsored for a work visa

Desired

• Masters degree in business administration or aviation management
• Prior experience as an Accountable Manager in a Part CAT/NCC/NCO operation
• Prior experience as a Nominated Person under Part ORO.AOC.135
• Hold a flight instructor certificate (airplane, helicopter, or powered lift)
• Hold an instrument rating
• Prior experience working with various governmental and aviation transportation authorities in UAE
• Fluent in Arabic