Flight Instructor - Instrument (CFI-I)

Joby Aviation•Watsonville, CA

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Joby Aviation is seeking a Certified Flight Instrument Instructor (CFI-I) to join their Joby Aviation Academy team for a benefit-eligible role, based in Watsonville, CA. The successful candidate will provide flight training in Van’s RV12 aircraft and ground training. Initially, the instruction is designed to enhance knowledge and awareness of core aviation principles for company employees and public students. The role will also be instrumental in standing up a flight training curriculum to support a Part 141 academy to develop the future pipeline of Joby pilots. The successful applicant will be willing to work in a fast-moving, innovative space, and will respond well to being involved with a radically new aviation environment.

Requirements

Airplane Certified Flight Instructor-Instrument (CFI-I)
Current FAA Medical Certificate
A passion for helping others pursue a career in aviation
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to work on weekends and extended hours
Read and speak English proficiently
High School diploma or equivalent

Nice To Haves

Experience instructing in a Part 141 training school
Greater than 250 hours of dual given
Experience developing aviation courseware
Multi-engine pilot certificate
Current in Van’s RV12 or other Light Sport Airplanes (LSA)

Responsibilities

Perform flight instruction and related activities, including pre-flight planning and briefing, ground and flight lessons, post-flight debriefs, etc
Contribute to internal flight safety and standardization discussions
Complete all required documentation in accordance with established Company and FAA procedures
Observe 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
Perform other duties as assigned