Joby Aviation Test PilotJoby Aviation is seeking a passionate and driven test pilot to join our flight test team. This role requires a wide range of knowledge and skill that includes planning and flight testing experimental CTOL/VTOL fly-by-wire aircraft and supporting all certification flight test related activities. Formal test pilot training and/or experience is essential, as is flexibility in outlook to adapt core flight test principles to a radically new aviation environment.
VSTOL, DER or AR qualification is desired.ResponsibilitiesPerform flight test activities including test planning, test execution as pilot (both remote UAV and inhabited flight test), chase pilot, flight debriefs, and post-flight analysis and reportingPerform simulator testing, development, Failure Modes and Effects Testing, and other purposesContribute to flight readiness reviews, test safety reviews, and other flight test admin activitiesPerform flight test engineering duties, including test card preparation, test direction, and other control room responsibilitiesPerform miscellaneous engineering duties as taskedComplete all required documentation in accordance with established company and FAA proceduresObserve all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the CompanyExpected to work safely by established operating procedures and practicesOther duties as assigned or requiredRequiredLong course graduate of recognized test pilot school or, exceptionally, equivalent on-the-job trainingAt least 3 years additional flight test experience post training, with at least 50 hours experimental or certification flight test experience as test pilotBachelor's of Science degree or equivalent experience and trainingFixed Wing and / or Rotorcraft Commercial CertificateA minimum of 1,000 hours pilot in command flight timeExcellent interpersonal skillsAbility to work extended hours and travel as requiredRead and speak English proficientlyDesiredBoth fixed wing and rotary wing flight test experience, with principal experience in fixed wingAV-8 or F-35B experience and/or V-22 experienceFAA certification flight test experienceFlight instructional experienceTest pilot school instructional experienceExperience with all-electric aircraftFlight test DER or ARAdditional InformationCompensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $187,400 - $250,000/yr. The compensation package will be determined by 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.Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer