Head of Maintenance

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 highly motivated Head of Maintenance to provide strategic, multi-site leadership across our commercial, flight test, and research programs. In this role, you will lead a dedicated organization of senior maintenance leaders overseeing Part 135 operations, Part 145 Repair Station activities, the Joby Flight Academy, the Joby S4 flight test program, flight research initiatives, and supporting Quality and Maintenance Control functions. You will manage operations across multiple geographic locations to support a diverse fleet spanning flight test, flight research, general aviation, and commercial aircraft. Candidates must be eligible to serve as a 14 CFR Part 119 designated Director of Maintenance for Joby's Part 135 air carrier operations. Success requires an adaptable, forward-thinking leader with proven skills in mentoring teams, self-management, and driving operational excellence in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

Responsibilities

Hire, develop, and lead a team of highly motivated maintenance professionals supporting a variety of aircraft operations

Develop the long-term maintenance strategic vision to support the continued development of our Part 135 air carrier and Part 145 repair station operations

Lead maintenance operations across multiple sites and shifts, both domestically and internationally, to ensure consistent standards, processes, and coverage between them

Ensure maintenance planning and airworthiness across a mixed fleet of Part 135 commercial aircraft, Joby S4 flight test aircraft, flight research aircraft as well as general aviation aircraft

Work with the Chief Inspector and the Quality team to maintain strong inspection and quality programs across Part 135, Part 145, and flight test maintenance

Ensure the facilities, materials, and tools used for maintenance activities are in proper condition and adequate to allow the Joby team to conduct their work in a safe and effective manner

Develop the policies, procedures, manuals, training, and regulatory compliance reporting programs to support the continued certification of our Part 135 air carrier operation and the growth of our Part 145 Repair Station operations

Interface on a regular basis with company leadership, employees, contractors, the FAA, OSHA, and other regulators to ensure safe, compliant, and successful execution of our mission objectives by promoting a strong safety and compliance culture

Work closely with leadership in Joby’s Operations, Safety, Quality, Flight Test, Certification, and Manufacturing teams to ensure that all Joby operations that rely on the maintenance team are appropriately staffed, planned, and coordinated

Ensure all maintenance records are complete and correct prior to approving any aircraft for return to service

Ensure company-wide compliance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, manufacturer maintenance procedures, airworthiness directives, and service bulletins and service letters

Ensure that all maintenance technicians are properly trained, certified, and supervised according to FAA requirements

Actively participate in the continuous improvement of the company’s Safety Management System (SMS), be familiar with SMS policies, processes, and procedures in accordance with Part 5 requirements

Ensure compliance with applicable safety and security standards, as well as Joby internal processes and procedures

Required

FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate or Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline (or equivalent practical aviation experience)

10+ years of aviation maintenance experience, including 5+ years building and leading teams

Satisfies the 14 CFR Part 119 requirements for a Director of Maintenance for a Part 135 operation

Demonstrated experience building, and scaling maintenance organizations, programs, and processes

Proven operational leadership with the ability to execute across rapidly changing priorities

Experience building and scaling maintenance organizations, programs, and processes

Ability to work 100% of the time onsite in Marina, CA, with up to 25% global travel

Desired

An advanced degree in a technical discipline

Prior experience as a DOM in a Part 135 or 121 environment

Prior experience serving as an Accountable Manager, Chief Inspector, or Repair Station Manager at a Part 145 repair station

Experience standing up a new Part 135 or Part 145 certificate or adding ratings to an existing one

Experience supporting both experimental or flight test aircraft and Part 135 (or Part 121) operations

Experience leading large multi-site, multi-shift maintenance organizations

Experience in an eVTOL, electric aircraft, or advanced aerospace development environment

Additional Information

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $195,000/yr - $270,000/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.