Aircraft Mechanic

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 passionate and driven individuals to join our flight maintenance team. This role requires a wide range of knowledge and skills that include the basics of airframe and powerplant maintenance on composite airframes to advanced electro-mechanical devices and high voltage electrical systems. Integrity, the desire to learn, and a can-do attitude are a must for this fast-paced environment. The location of this role is in Marina, CA.

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 and five or more years of mechanical and electrical 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 of 50 pounds

Desired

Experience working on experimental and/or prototype vehicles

FAA Inspection Authorization (IA) certificate

Part 135 maintenance experience

Composite fabrication and repair experience

Cessna 208 mechanic 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/hour with an A&P certificate. 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.