Flight Test Der

Joby Aviation Joby Aviation · Robotics · Marina, CA · Flight Test

Joby Aviation is seeking a Flight Test DER to support the planning, testing, and certification of their electric CTOL/VTOL fleet. This role requires a blend of formal test-pilot training and the flexibility to apply foundational principles in a new fly-by-wire environment, with experience as a DER or ODA Unit Member to navigate the evolving certification landscape of next-generation aviation.

What you'd actually do

  1. Perform flight test activities including test planning, test execution as pilot, chase pilot, flight debriefs and post-flight analysis and reporting
  2. Perform simulator testing, development, Failure Modes and Effects Testing, and other purposes
  3. Contribute to flight readiness reviews, test safety reviews, and other flight test admin activities
  4. Perform flight test engineering duties, including test card preparation, test direction, and other control room responsibilities
  5. Perform miscellaneous engineering duties as tasked to provide design feedback

Skills

Required

  • FAA Flight Test Pilot DER-T
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work extended hours and travel as required
  • Read and speak English proficiently

Nice to have

  • Both fixed-wing and rotary-wing flight test experience
  • FAA certification flight test experience
  • Experience with all-electric aircraft

What the JD emphasized

  • FAA Flight Test Pilot DER-T
  • FAA certification flight test experience