Flight Test Mechanic (Dubai)
Joby Aviation
Flight Test Mechanic (Dubai)
- ID
- 2025-3868
- Category
- Air Operations
- Type
- Regular Full-Time
Joby Overview
Overview
Joby Aviation is seeking passionate and driven individuals to join our flight maintenance team. This role requires a wide range of knowledge and skills that include the basics of airframe and powerplant maintenance on composite airframes to advanced electro-mechanical devices and high voltage electrical systems. Integrity, the desire to learn, and a can-do attitude are a must for this fast-paced environment. This position will support both local and international projects, including flight demonstrations. Onboarding includes 3+ weeks with the Flight Test Mechanic team in Marina, CA for an aircraft type specific training on the Joby S4 aircraft.
Responsibilities
- Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance per company procedures and maintenance manuals
- Domestic and international aircraft maintenance support
- Perform aircraft inspections per company procedures and maintenance manuals
- Remove and replace airframe, powerplant, and electrical components per company procedures and maintenance manuals
- Complete required documentation in accordance with established company and FAA procedures
- Perform launch and recovery of aircraft including ground operations and observer responsibilities, as well as pre- and post-flight activities
- Participate in Acceptance Test Procedures (ATP) in accordance with company guidelines
- Maintain and operate ground support equipment
- Help continually develop maintenance manuals and supporting documentation necessary to operate and maintain our vehicles
- Responsible for observing all laws, regulations, and other applicable obligations wherever and whenever business is conducted on behalf of the company
- Work in a safe manner in accordance with established operating procedures and practices
- Other duties as assigned or required
Required
B1 engineer or equivalent FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 80% of the time
- Qualify for and acquire UAE B1 license with Joby S4 rating
- High school diploma or equivalent and two or more years of mechanical and electrical experience
- Must be able to work with electro-mechanical devices, high voltage power systems, and electronics equipment. Relevant training will be provided
- Must be able to interpret engineering drawings and technical documents
- Must possess general working knowledge of hand tools and precision measuring equipment
- Basic computer and interpersonal skills are required to effectively communicate with coworkers
- Must be able to work both independently and on a team and be able to work extended hours and travel as required
- Read and speak English proficiently
- Able to work in the UAE and travel extensively worldwide as needed.
- Valid passport with no travel restrictions.
Desired
- Experience working on experimental and/or prototype vehicles
- FAA Inspection Authorization (IA) certificate
- Part 135 maintenance experience or equivalent
- Composite fabrication and repair experience
Additional Information
Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.