Deployable Flight Test Mechanic

Xwing; Concord (CA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RSUs

Healthcare benefits

401(k) match

ESPP

Job summary

Joby Aviation is seeking a Deployable Flight Test Mechanic to maintain deployed J208 aircraft in field environments, reporting to the Operational Evaluation Deployment Lead. You will perform airframe, powerplant, and system maintenance, interact with customers on deployed sites, and contribute to product feedback for updates.

The role demands FAA A&P certification, 3+ years of hands-on maintenance, and willingness to travel up to 50% domestically and internationally.

Qualifications

• FAA A&P certificate is required.
• 3+ years of hands-on aircraft maintenance experience.
• Willingness to travel up to 50% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled airframe and powerplant maintenance on deployed J208 aircraft in accordance with FAA regulations and manufacturer specifications.
• Conduct pre-flight and post-flight inspections, ground handling, servicing, and field repairs in CONUS and OCONUS settings.
• Represent Joby maintenance standards to military and civilian stakeholders on evaluation sites.
• Document maintenance events and coordinate with engineering to report anomalies and improvements.
• Maintain ground support equipment and tool accountability during remote deployments.

Skills

Aircraft maintenance

Field service travel

Education

FAA A&P certificate

Job description

Deployable Flight Test Mechanic

Job Locations: US-CA-Concord

ID: 2026-5409

Category: Air Operations

Type: Regular Full-Time

Company Overview

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. At Joby, we've been working to make that dream a reality since 2009 and we're now in the final stages of certifying our aircraft with the FAA. With plans to launch our aircraft in the US and Dubai, we're now scaling manufacturing and preparing for the launch of our commercial service.

Overview

Joby Aviation is seeking a Deployable Flight Test Mechanic to maintain and sustain deployed J208 aircraft operating with Superpilot autonomy technology. Reporting to the Operational Evaluation Deployment Lead, this role is responsible for daily airframe, powerplant, and system maintenance in field environments. You will interact with customers on deployed sites and collaborate with developmental engineering to report maintenance trends and flow operational feedback back for product updates.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled airframe and powerplant maintenance on deployed J208 aircraft in accordance with FAA regulations and manufacturer specifications
• Conduct pre-flight and post-flight inspections, ground handling, servicing, and field repairs in CONUS and OCONUS operational settings
• Represent Joby maintenance standards to current and prospective military and civilian stakeholders on evaluation sites
• Document maintenance events, track component reliability, and coordinate with developmental engineering to report system anomalies and recommend product improvements
• Maintain ground support equipment and tool accountability during remote deployments

Required

• FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
• Minimum of 3+ years of hands-on aircraft maintenance experience (more experienced applicants should also apply)
• Practical understanding of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic aircraft systems
• Active US Security Clearance, or ability to obtain and maintain a US Security Clearance post-hire
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 50% domestically (CONUS) and internationally (OCONUS)

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for extended periods throughout the day
• Must be able to climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands
• Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders
• Must be able to lift/push/pull minimum of 50 pounds

US Person Status: This position requires access to technology, materials, or software that is subject to export control regulations under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). To comply with these regulations, applicants must be a "U.S. Person" as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3) (i.e., a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or individual granted asylum or refugee status).

Desired

• Experience performing maintenance on Cessna 208 Caravan aircraft or PT6 turboprop engines
• Prior experience maintaining aircraft at remote operational sites or US military installations
• Experience supporting flight test operations or autonomous systems integration

Additional Information

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $47-$65/hr The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with a company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer