Airworthiness Administrative Coordinator

Joby Aviation•Santa Cruz, CA

4d•$98,400 - $155,400

About The Position

We are seeking a highly detail-oriented Certification Administrative Coordinator to join our Airworthiness Team. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the Airworthiness Team and Airworthiness Engineers in ensuring the compliance aspects of the aircraft are completed, contributing to the overall airworthiness of our fleet. This position does not require an engineering degree, but a strong aptitude for precision and adherence to regulations is essential.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of experience in an aviation-related field, with a focus on quality assurance, manufacturing, maintenance, or engineering.
Exceptional attention to detail and a methodical approach to work.
Strong ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and regulatory documents.
Excellent organizational and record-keeping skills.
Proficient in using standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Strong project management experience.
Self-driven and able to work independently.
High school diploma or equivalent required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with aircraft conformity processes is highly desirable.
Past DAR-F or DMIR delegations are a plus.
Further education or certifications in aviation maintenance, quality, or related technical fields are a plus.
Experience with Smartsheets, JIRA and aircraft type certification process
Familiar with federal regulations

Responsibilities

Review and Verify Documentation: Meticulously review engineering drawings, specifications, reports, and other technical documentation to ensure compliance with airworthiness regulations and company standards are complete. Coordinate DER review and approval of drawings and documents.
Conformity Inspections: Support requests for FAA conformity inspections of aircraft parts, assemblies, and installations by ensuring all necessary steps are completed. Obtain DER approval of design data, draft RFC, filling in and maintaining the Conformity Matrix. This requires cross-functional team coordination with engineering, quality and regulatory teams to accurately capture inspection requirements.
Deviation Disposition: Coordinate with the DER/DAR to disposition any deviations or non-conformances found during reviews and inspections.
Support Airworthiness Engineers: Work closely with Airworthiness Engineers to resolve compliance issues, provide detailed findings, and assist in the development of corrective actions. Support the review, drafting, and submittal of certification artifacts to regulatory bodies such as the FAA.
Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and comprehensive records of all conformity activities, including Statement of Conformity, Request for Conformity (RFC), Conformity Inspection Records and Airworthiness tags.
Process Improvement: Contribute to the continuous improvement of conformity processes and procedures.