Flight Research Senior Remote Pilot

Joby Aviation; Arizona City (AZ); Remote; USD 112,000 - 191,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RSUs

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Short/long-term disability

Life insurance

Job summary

Joby Aviation's Flight Research team seeks an experienced remote pilot to operate R&D UAS platforms and lead daily flight operations onsite. You will perform pilot command duties, support flight test operations amid evolving procedures, and collaborate with engineers during pre/post test activities.

The role requires Part 61/107 credentials, a current Class 3 medical, 7+ years of UAS experience, and a track record in leading test missions and developing SOPs within a safety-focused culture.

Qualifications

• Part 61 Private Pilot with Instrument rating.
• Part 107 Remote Pilot certificate.
• Current Class 3 medical.
• Experience operating Group 3+ UAS.
• Experience with manual (non-GPS) and/or augmented flight modes.
• Fully automated remote flight.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• At least 7 years of relevant experience.
• Significant UAS experience (>300 hrs and >200 sorties).
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Development and administration of policy and procedures.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as the senior remote pilot in command for various R&D aircraft platforms.
• Conduct preflight planning and inspections of the system.
• Support test planning and participate in test rehearsals.
• Post flight reports, both internal and external.
• Lead other crewmembers in preparation, execution, and post-test activities.

Skills

Private Pilot Certificate

Instrument Rating

Remote Pilot Certificate (Part 107)

Class 3 Medical

Group 3+ UAS Experience

Manual/Non-GPS Flight

Automated Remote Flight

Leadership

Policy Development

English Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

CAD Basics

Manufacturing Experience

Systems Engineering

A&P or Similar Experience

Job description

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’s Flight Research team is looking for an experienced remote pilot to operate research and development UAS platforms and lead the daily flight operation onsite. Drawing on past experience operating medium to large UAS, the role will fulfill pilot command duties in support of flight test operations in the National Airspace System. Additionally, the applicant will be responsible for the continued development and implementation of standard operating procedures to support the evolving project. Joining a small, fast moving team this position will support additional responsibilities and tasks such as hands on work with the aircraft and ground support equipment, upholding strong safety culture, and support pre and post test activities with engineers.

Responsibilities

• Act as the senior remote pilot in command for various R&D aircraft platforms
• Conduct preflight planning and inspections of the system
• Support test planning and take part in test rehearsals
• Post flight reports, internal and external
• Lead other crewmembers in preparation, execution, and post test activities

Required

• Part 61 Private Pilot certificate with Instrument rating
• Part 107 Remote Pilot certificate
• Current Class 3 medical
• Experience operating Group 3 + UAS
• Experience with manual (non-GPS) and/or augmented flight modes using a traditional RC controller interface for conventional takeoff and landing aircraft
• Fully automated remote flight
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and training
• At least 7 years of relevant experience
• Significant UAS experience. Depending on platforms, >300 hrs >200 sorties
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• Development and administration of policy and procedures
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work extended hours and travel as required
• Read and speak English proficiently

Desired

• Part 61 Commercial pilot certificate
• Support of new aircraft or systems development
• Acceptance testing experience
• Flight test engineering
• UAS operations within the National Airspace System beyond Part 107
• Standard operating procedures development
• Basic CAD and manufacturing experience
• Systems engineering
• A&P or similar experience
• Aircraft, ground station, and/or subsystem design and build

Additional Information

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $111,900 - $191,200/yr.

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.

This position must meet US export control compliance requirements, therefore a candidate must qualify as a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R.

• 120.15. “US Person” includes US Citizens, lawful permanent residents, refugees, or asylees.

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer