Joby Aviation is seeking a passionate program manager to join our commercial operations team with a focus on driving the development, planning, and execution of air taxi operations in domestic and international markets. You must be a strategic thinker, one who can represent Joby’s vision to key in-market commercial, political, and regulatory stakeholders. You must also be tactical in execution, capable of completing a range of tasks, from drafting operational manuals to coordination with cross-functional stakeholders to drive the execution of go-to-market plans. Your prior aviation operations experience will serve as the bedrock from which you will build knowledge of eVTOL operations to become a sought-after subject matter expert. You will offer a credible and informed perspective on - and will drive execution of - the workstreams required to successfully launch a commercial eVTOL air taxi service. This in-person role is located at Joby’s offices in Marina, California.
Responsibilities Drive coordination of implementing technical and engineering requirements which support domestic and international flight demonstrationsSupport all aspects of safe and successful flight demonstrations including: aircraft certificate of airworthiness, frequency / spectrum allocation, flight test, pilot and engineer staffing plan, concept of operations, logistics, insurance matters, and other supporting requirementsCollaborate with numerous Joby teams including product, business development, infrastructure, government operations, and policy teams to develop and maintain go-to-market timelines for the launch of commercial air taxi operationsRepresent Joby’s air-taxi concept of flight operations to internal and external stakeholders through the application of aviation regulations and flight operations knowledge and experienceDrive the identification, progress tracking, and completion of objectives that enable the launch of air taxi operations; identifying blockers, dependencies, and sources of execution riskDevelop a deep understanding of commercial aviation air and ground operations in major US and international markets, heliports, and airports, and leverage this perspective to support realizing Joby’s eVTOL concept of operations Required Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience4+ years of operational experience at, or in an organization working with, a major commercial air carrier, air taxi or charter operation, major airport, or other aviation-related or mobility company or operationDemonstrated experience leading aviation or mobility operations or programs with multiple simultaneous and interrelated projectsExperience working directly with people at all organizational levels, including executives, both inside and outside of a companyEntrepreneurial instincts, with a clear bias for informed action and a track record of leading new initiativesDemonstrated experience managing projects, including budgeting, logistics, and timeline managementExcellent communication skills, both oral and writtenExpertise in project management tools and concepts Desired 8+ years of operational experience at a commercial air carrierUnderstanding of US or EASA aviation regulationsHold a current and valid CPL or ATPL (helicopter, airplane, or powered lift accepted)Prior experience as a pilot at a 14 CFR Part 135 or 121 air carrierPrior experience in consulting or finance, in addition to aviation experienceCompensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $95,500 - $161,100. The compensation package offered will be determined by location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
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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Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.