Crew Chief, Flight Test Mechanic
About The Position
Joby is seeking an experienced aircraft maintenance professional with extensive experimental and R&D aircraft experience to serve as a Crew Chief 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 Crew Chief 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 GED.
- FAA Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) rating.
- 5+ years flight test maintenance experience (civilian and/or military equivalent).
- Experience managing aircraft shipping, reassembly, onsite logistics, and maintenance operations.
- Working knowledge of FAA regulations.
- Willingness to travel domestically up to 50% of the time.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Valid passport with no travel restrictions.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Experience managing complex logistics and shipping operations.
- Familiarity with electronic aircraft maintenance management (ERP) systems.
- FAA Inspection Authorization (IA).
Responsibilities
- Maintain airworthiness of assigned JAI30 aircraft, including return-to-service approval during flight test operations.
- Oversee and perform aircraft maintenance, inspections, modifications, flight test instrumentation, disassembly, reassembly, packaging, and unpackaging activities.
- Ensure compliance with FAA regulations and Joby maintenance and airworthiness standards.
- Lead and manage onsite maintenance teams during flight test operations.
- Foster a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to regulatory and company requirements.
- Continuously assess program effectiveness and recommend improvements based on operational and engineering feedback.
- Partner with the Aircraft Maintenance Program Manager to coordinate with internal Joby teams and external stakeholders.
- Support logistics planning and execution, including shipping of aircraft, tools, ground support equipment, spares, and supplies.
- Assist with evaluation and selection of demonstration sites and operational requirements.
- Contribute to the development and refinement of demonstration program standards, processes, and standard operating procedures.
- Support domestic MRO and line maintenance launch efforts.
- Support additional maintenance programs and special projects as assigned.
Benefits
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
