Flight Test Mechanic

Joby Aviation; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RSUs

401(k) with company match

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Joby Aviation seeks a highly skilled A&P Flight Test Mechanic to join our team, working with flight test engineers on next-generation aviation technologies. This role involves maintenance, inspections, component replacement, and ATP participation to accelerate development for commercial and defense applications.

Qualified candidates will hold an FAA A&P certificate, a high school diploma, and at least five years of hands-on mechanical, electrical, and sheet metal experience.

Qualifications

• FAA A&P certificate required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years of mechanical, electrical, and sheet metal experience.
• Ability to work with electro-mechanical devices and high voltage systems.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documents.
• Proficient with hand tools and precision measuring equipment.
• Good communication and ability to work independently or in a team.
• Read and speak English proficiently.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance per company procedures and maintenance manuals.
• Perform aircraft inspections per company procedures and maintenance manuals.
• Remove and replace airframe, powerplant, and electrical components per company procedures and maintenance manuals.
• Complete required documentation in accordance with established company and FAA procedures.
• Perform launch and recovery of aircraft including ground operations and observer responsibilities, as well as pre- and post-flight activities.
• Participate in Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP) in accordance with company guidelines.
• Maintain and operate ground support equipment.
• Help continually develop maintenance manuals and supporting documentation necessary to operate and maintain our vehicles.
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the company.
• Work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

A&P Certificate

Mechanical Experience

Electrical Experience

Sheet Metal Experience

Engineering Drawings

Hand Tools & Precision Measuring

English Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

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 is seeking a highly skilled, adaptable A&P Flight Test Mechanic to join our team working on advanced autonomous flight technologies. This isn't your "standard" maintenance role. In this unique opportunity, you will work directly alongside flight test engineers on revolutionary next-generation aviation technologies to accelerate their development and introduction in commerical and defense applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance per company procedures and maintenance manuals
• Perform aircraft inspections per company procedures and maintenance manuals
• Remove and replace airframe, powerplant, and electrical components per company procedures and maintenance manuals
• Complete required documentation in accordance with established company and FAA procedures
• Perform launch and recovery of aircraft including ground operations and observer responsibilities, as well as pre- and post-flight activities
• Participate in Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP) in accordance with company guidelines
• Maintain and operate ground support equipment
• Help continually develop maintenance manuals and supporting documentation necessary to operate and maintain our vehicles
• Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the company
• Work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices
• Other duties as assigned or required

Required

• FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Five or more years of mechanical, electrical, and sheet metal experience
• Must be able to work with electro-mechanical devices, high voltage power systems, and electronics equipment. Relevant training will be provided
• Must be able to interpret engineering drawings and technical documents
• Must possess general working knowledge of hand tools and precision measuring equipment
• Basic computer and interpersonal skills are required to effectively communicate with coworkers
• Must be able to work both independently and on a team and be able to work extended hours and travel as required
• Read and speak English proficiently

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 50 pounds

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

Desired

• Cessna 208 mechanic experience
• Experience working on experimental and/or prototype vehicles
• FAA Inspection Authorization (IA) certificate
• Part 135 maintenance experience
• Composite fabrication and repair experience

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