Base Maintenance Supervisor

Joby Aviation•Arizona, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Joby is seeking an experienced aircraft maintenance leader with extensive experimental and R&D aircraft experience to serve as a Base Supervisor supporting the JAI30 aircraft. This role is responsible for maintaining airworthiness, overseeing aircraft maintenance and inspections, and leading onsite maintenance teams during demonstration programs. The Base Supervisor will work closely with the Project Manager and the Aircraft Maintenance Program Manager to coordinate maintenance operations, logistics, and site readiness. This role will also contribute to the development of standardized processes and procedures to ensure safe, consistent, and efficient execution of flight test maintenance operations. The ideal candidate is safety-driven, highly organized, and comfortable operating in a dynamic, fast-paced flight test environment. This position requires frequent domestic travel.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and two or more years of mechanical and electrical experience
Valid FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate
5+ years experience performing maintenance and inspections on aircraft
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
Willing to travel domestically and internationally at least 50% of the time
Valid passport with no travel restrictions
Read and speak English proficiently
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
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.

Nice To Haves

Written and verbal communication skills
FAA Inspection Authorization
Familiar with electronic aircraft maintenance management ERP systems
Flight test maintenance experience
Supervisory experience in aircraft maintenance environment

Responsibilities

Maintain airworthiness of assigned JAI30 aircraft, including return-to-service approval during flight test operations
Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on JAI30 experimental flight test aircraft per company procedures and maintenance manuals
Perform aircraft inspections per company procedures and maintenance manuals
Travel domestically and internationally as required to support flight test operations and programs
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 company flight test aircraft
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