Senior Aircraft Maintenance Quality Analyst

Joby Aviation•Marina, CA

About The Position

Joby Aviation is seeking a hands-on seasoned aviation professional to join our Aircraft Maintenance Quality team as we scale our electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) operations. This role is designed for a leader with deep expertise in Part 135 and Part 145 environments who is craving a challenge. The Senior Aircraft Maintenance Quality Analyst will work along-side the Aircraft Maintenance Quality Program Manager in designing, implementing, and continuously improving a scalable Quality Management System (QMS) that supports aircraft maintenance operations and regulatory compliance across multiple aviation authorities. This role serves as a key driver of compliance, audit readiness, and quality assurance by implementing and maintaining an independent compliance monitoring system, managing audit programs, and harmonizing standards between regulatory agencies including the FAA, GCAA, and CAA. This position requires a highly conscientious, self-driven professional with strong attention to detail, a continuous improvement mindset, and the ability to foster a culture of quality and compliance throughout the organization. The ideal person will be able to lend their expertise to fostering competency for our maintenance and inspector personnel, emphasizing quality awareness, regulatory understanding, and procedural compliance for maintenance personnel and inspectors while supporting the development of a strong quality culture through coaching, guidance, and knowledge sharing.

Requirements

Valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate
Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of experience, or a Master’s degree with 3+ years of experience, or equivalent work experience in aircraft maintenance quality assurance
Extensive experience operating under FAA Part 121, 135, and/or Part 145 regulations

Nice To Haves

Valid Inspection Authorization (IA) Certificate
Background in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing, or Operations Management.
Familiarity and/or experience with ICAO and EASA regulations
QA Management experience in 135, 145, and/or 121 organizations

Responsibilities

Implement, and maintain a scalable Quality Management System (QMS) that supports aircraft maintenance operations and long-term organizational growth
Establish policies, procedures, and processes that ensure compliance with internal standards and external regulatory requirements
Continuously evaluate and improve quality systems to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and operational excellence
Build and manage an independent compliance monitoring system to ensure adherence to aviation regulations, company policies, and maintenance standards
Monitor maintenance activities and documentation to verify compliance with applicable regulatory frameworks
Identify compliance risks and implement corrective and preventive actions
Create, plan, execute, and track internal and external audits across maintenance operations
Manage audit findings from initiation through closure, ensuring timely corrective action and sustained compliance
Develop audit schedules, reporting structures, and performance metrics to support organizational transparency and accountability
Serve as the subject matter expert for aligning quality and maintenance standards across multiple regulatory agencies, including the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), and Civil Aviation Authority (CAA)
Ensure maintenance programs and compliance strategies meet the requirements of all applicable authorities while reducing inefficiencies and redundancy