Flight Test Mechanic

Joby Aviation Joby Aviation · Robotics · Marina, CA · Air Operations

Joby Aviation is seeking a Flight Test Mechanic with expertise in airframe and powerplant maintenance, electro-mechanical devices, and high voltage electrical systems to perform maintenance, inspections, and repairs on their aircraft. The role requires an FAA A&P certificate and experience with composite airframes, with a focus on ensuring aircraft airworthiness and supporting flight test operations.

What you'd actually do

  1. Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance per company procedures and maintenance manuals
  2. Perform aircraft inspections per company procedures and maintenance manuals
  3. Remove and replace airframe, powerplant, and electrical components per company procedures and maintenance manuals
  4. Complete required documentation in accordance with established company and FAA procedures
  5. Perform launch and recovery of aircraft including ground operations and observer responsibilities, as well as pre- and post-flight activities

Skills

Required

  • FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Five or more years of mechanical and electrical experience
  • Ability to work with electro-mechanical devices, high voltage power systems, and electronics equipment
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical documents
  • General working knowledge of hand tools and precision measuring equipment
  • Basic computer and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work both independently and on a team
  • Ability to work extended hours and travel as required
  • Read and speak English proficiently

Nice to have

  • Experience working on experimental and/or prototype vehicles
  • FAA Inspection Authorization (IA) certificate
  • Part 135 maintenance experience
  • Composite fabrication and repair experience
  • Cessna 208 mechanic experience

What the JD emphasized

  • FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate
  • high voltage power systems
  • composite airframes