About This Role
This pioneering role leads the operational introduction of remotely piloted Cessna Caravans within a Part 135 framework. The Chief Pilot will integrate new technologies into highly regulated environments, establishing the foundation of flight operations by creating essential policies, procedures, and manuals to ensure safety and compliance as the company scales.
Responsibilities
- Establish function-level operational objectives and work plans for the remotely piloted Caravan fleet, ensuring all activities align with Joby
- Lead the creation, modification, and execution of General Operations Manuals (GOM) and Safety Management Systems (SMS) to meet and exceed regulatory standards
- Serve as a primary technical advisor for the function, navigating complex regulatory landscapes to integrate remotely piloted technology into Part 135 operations
- Develop team members into high-performing contributors and future leaders, setting and reinforcing a culture of safety, innovation, and servant leadership
- Create formal networks with key decision-makers across the People Team, engineering, and certification departments to set the direction for operational effectiveness
- Solve for unique issues and down-the-line implications across domains, applying expert judgment to ensure program success
Requirements
- Minimum of 1,200 hours of flight time in accordance with 14 CFR 135.243(c)
- Proven experience in creating or modifying aviation manuals
- 3+ years of leadership experience overseeing high-level individual contributors or other leaders in an aviation environment
- Ability to be based in Concord, CA, or Santa Cruz, CA, with a requirement for weekly travel to Concord
- Must meet US export control compliance requirements, therefore a candidate must qualify as a
Nice to have:
- Must meet the requirements of 14 CFR 119.71 for Chief Pilot of a non-ATP operation
- Experience with remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS) or advanced flight deck automation
- Experience bringing new technologies into Part 135 or Part 121 operations
- A deep understanding of how flight operations integrate with broader company products and long-term strategy
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off
- Healthcare benefits
- 401(k) plan with a company match
- Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- Life insurance
Important Details
- Locations: Concord, CA; Santa Cruz, CA
About the Company
Joby Flight Research designs, develops, and flight-tests novel aircraft using a software-first autonomy approach. The company builds and deploys autonomy, perception, planning, and radar systems across conventional, electric, and hydrogen-electric aircraft in both CTOL and VTOL configurations.