<h2>Joby Overview</h2>Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. Since 2009, our team has worked steadily to make this dream a reality. We’ve designed and tested many generations of prototype aircraft capable of serving in a network of electric air taxis. We’re looking for talented, committed individuals to join our team as we push onward toward certifying the Joby aircraft, scaling our manufacturing, and launching our initial commercial service.<h2>Overview</h2><p>Joby Aviation’s Flight Research team is looking for an experienced remote pilot to operate research and development UAS platforms and lead the daily flight operation onsite. Drawing on past experience operating medium to large UAS, the role will fulfill pilot command duties in support of flight test operations in the National Airspace System. Additionally, the applicant will be responsible for the continued development and implementation of standard operating procedures to support the evolving project. Joining a small, fast-moving team, this position will support additional responsibilities and tasks such as hands-on work with the aircraft and ground support equipment, upholding a strong safety culture, and supporting pre- and post-test activities with engineers. </p><h2>Responsibilities</h2><ul> <li>Act as the lead remote pilot in command for various R&amp;D aircraft platforms</li> <li>Conduct preflight planning and inspections of the system</li> <li>Support test planning and take part in test rehearsals</li> <li>Post flight reports, internal and external</li> <li>Lead other crewmembers in preparation, execution, and post test activities</li> <li>Provide detailed feedback and recommendations for system improvements</li> <li>Develop and uphold standard operating procedures and regulatory requirements</li> <li>Uphold a strong safety culture</li></ul><h2>Required</h2><ul> <li>Part 61 Private Pilot certificate with Instrument rating</li> <li>Part 107 Remote Pilot certificate</li> <li>Experience operating Group 3 + UAS</li> <li>Experience with manual (non-GPS) and/or augmented flight modes using a traditional RC controller interface for conventional takeoff and landing aircraft</li> <li>Fully automated remote flight</li> <li>Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and training</li> <li>At least 5 years of relevant experience</li> <li>Significant UAS experience. Depending on platforms, &gt;300 hrs &gt;200 sorties</li> <li>Demonstrated leadership skills</li> <li>Development and administration of policy and procedures</li> <li>Excellent interpersonal skills</li> <li>Ability to work extended hours and travel as required</li> <li>Read and speak English proficiently</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>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.</strong></p><h2>Desired</h2><ul> <li>Part 61 Commercial pilot certificate</li> <li>Support of new aircraft or systems development</li> <li>Acceptance testing experience</li> <li>Flight test engineering</li> <li>UAS operations within the National Airspace System beyond Part 107</li> <li>Standard operating procedures development</li> <li>Basic CAD and manufacturing experience</li> <li>Systems engineering</li> <li>A&amp;P or similar experience</li> <li>Aircraft, ground station, and/or subsystem design and build</li></ul><p> </p><p>Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $140,500 - $187,400yr. The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.</p><p> </p><p>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.</p><h2>Additional Information</h2><p>Joby Aviation is an equal opportunity employer. </p>

Joby Aviation develops a new generation of electric personal aircraft created to revolutionize personal mobility. Its strength is in composite airframe design and fabrication, aerodynamic analysis, high-performance electric motor development, and cutting-edge battery pack design, enabling clients to create a paradigm shift in transportation with safe, quiet, fast and affordable electric vertical takeoff.

Flight Research Senior Remote Pilot

<h2>Joby Overview</h2>Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. Since 2009, our team has worked steadily to make this dream a reality. We’ve designed and tested many generations of prototype aircraft capable of serving in a network of electric air taxis. We’re looking for talented, committed individuals to join our team as we push onward toward certifying the Joby aircraft, scaling our manufacturing, and launching our initial commercial service.<h2>Overview</h2><p>Joby Aviation’s Flight Research team is looking for an experienced remote pilot to operate research and development UAS platforms and lead the daily flight operation onsite. Drawing on past experience operating medium to large UAS, the role will fulfill pilot command duties in support of flight test operations in the National Airspace System. Additionally, the applicant will be responsible for the continued development and implementation of standard operating procedures to support the evolving project. Joining a small, fast-moving team, this position will support additional responsibilities and tasks such as hands-on work with the aircraft and ground support equipment, upholding a strong safety culture, and supporting pre- and post-test activities with engineers. </p><h2>Responsibilities</h2><ul> <li>Act as the lead remote pilot in command for various R&amp;D aircraft platforms</li> <li>Conduct preflight planning and inspections of the system</li> <li>Support test planning and take part in test rehearsals</li> <li>Post flight reports, internal and external</li> <li>Lead other crewmembers in preparation, execution, and post test activities</li> <li>Provide detailed feedback and recommendations for system improvements</li> <li>Develop and uphold standard operating procedures and regulatory requirements</li> <li>Uphold a strong safety culture</li></ul><h2>Required</h2><ul> <li>Part 61 Private Pilot certificate with Instrument rating</li> <li>Part 107 Remote Pilot certificate</li> <li>Experience operating Group 3 + UAS</li> <li>Experience with manual (non-GPS) and/or augmented flight modes using a traditional RC controller interface for conventional takeoff and landing aircraft</li> <li>Fully automated remote flight</li> <li>Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and training</li> <li>At least 5 years of relevant experience</li> <li>Significant UAS experience. Depending on platforms, &gt;300 hrs &gt;200 sorties</li> <li>Demonstrated leadership skills</li> <li>Development and administration of policy and procedures</li> <li>Excellent interpersonal skills</li> <li>Ability to work extended hours and travel as required</li> <li>Read and speak English proficiently</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>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.</strong></p><h2>Desired</h2><ul> <li>Part 61 Commercial pilot certificate</li> <li>Support of new aircraft or systems development</li> <li>Acceptance testing experience</li> <li>Flight test engineering</li> <li>UAS operations within the National Airspace System beyond Part 107</li> <li>Standard operating procedures development</li> <li>Basic CAD and manufacturing experience</li> <li>Systems engineering</li> <li>A&amp;P or similar experience</li> <li>Aircraft, ground station, and/or subsystem design and build</li></ul><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $140,500 - $187,400yr. The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>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.</p><h2>Additional Information</h2><p>Joby Aviation is an equal opportunity employer.&nbsp;</p>

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