What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager, S4 Pilot Instructors position at Joby Aviation?
Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. Since 2009, our team has worked steadily to make this dream a reality. We’ve designed and tested many generations of prototype aircraft capable of serving in a network of electric air taxis. We’re looking for talented, committed individuals to join our team as we push onward toward certifying the Joby aircraft, scaling our manufacturing, and launching our initial commercial service.
Overview
Joby Aviation is seeking an experienced FAA-certificated flight instructor to join our Flight Standards and Training team as the Manager, S4 Pilot Instructors. This role will be instrumental in building and leading an instructor cadre composed of ground, simulator and flight instructors, each with the capability to teach multiple aspects of Joby’s standardized S4 pilot training program. The successful applicant will be willing to work in a fast-moving, innovative space, and will respond well to being involved with a radically new aviation environment. This job is on-site in Marina, California.
Responsibilities
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.
Additional Information
Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Overview
Joby Aviation is seeking an experienced FAA-certificated flight instructor to join our Flight Standards and Training team as the Manager, S4 Pilot Instructors. This role will be instrumental in building and leading an instructor cadre composed of ground, simulator and flight instructors, each with the capability to teach multiple aspects of Joby’s standardized S4 pilot training program. The successful applicant will be willing to work in a fast-moving, innovative space, and will respond well to being involved with a radically new aviation environment. This job is on-site in Marina, California.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the ongoing development of the S4 pilot training courseware.
- Contribute to the development of a standardized training course for S4 instructor pilots.
- Lead and manage a growing team of instructor pilots.
- Deliver standardized modules, including before flight planning and briefing, and after flight debriefs.
- Analyze the performance of trainees and write reports on the findings.
- Make recommendations regarding whether under-performing trainees should continue training.
- Contribute to internal flight safety and standardization discussions.
- Complete all required documentation in accordance with established Company and FAA procedures.
- Observe 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.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- 2 years of experience managing people.
- FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate.
- Instrument Airplane rating.
- A minimum of 1000 hours pilot in command (PIC) flight time.
- 200 hours as a flight instructor, check airman or simulator instructor.
- Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
- Willingness to work extended hours.
- Prior to starting employment, must be in possession of a current, valid U.S or foreign passport and able to travel freely between the United States and any foreign countries in which we may be operating.
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for business purposes.
- Proficiency in reading and speaking English.
- High school diploma or GED.
- FAA certified flight instructor.
- Prior experience instructing in a Part 121, 135 or military flight training program.
- Prior experience instructing in a Part 141 training school.
- Prior experience developing aviation courseware.
- Airplane, Powered-Lift, and Rotorcraft pilot certificate.
- Bachelor’s degree.
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.
Additional Information
Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $104,400 - $139,100