Senior Remote Pilot, UAS Flight Test & Ops

joby aviation; New York (NY); Remote; USD 112,000 - 191,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

RSUs

Healthcare benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)

Paid time off

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance

Job summary

Joby Aviation seeks a seasoned remote pilot to lead flight operations for R&D UAS platforms, including testing in the National Airspace System. The role requires hands-on work, strong safety leadership, and collaboration with engineers on pre/post-test activities.

Qualifications include Part 107 Remote Pilot and Part 61 Private Pilot with instrument rating, plus a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. US export controls apply; equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Part 61 Private Pilot certificate with instrument rating
• Part 107 Remote Pilot certificate
• Current Class 3 medical
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and training
• Desired: Part 61 Commercial Pilot certificate
• Desired: A&P or similar experience

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Remote piloting

Leadership

Preflight planning

Test planning

Post-flight reporting

Crew leadership

English proficiency

Part 107 Remote Pilot

Part 61 Private Pilot w/instrument

Class 3 medical

Bachelor's degree

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Joby Aviation seeks a seasoned remote pilot to lead flight operations for R&D UAS platforms, including testing in the National Airspace System. The role requires hands-on work, strong safety leadership, and collaboration with engineers on pre/post-test activities.

Qualifications include Part 107 Remote Pilot and Part 61 Private Pilot with instrument rating, plus a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. US export controls apply; equal opportunity employer.