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Joby Aviation

Technical Program Manager, Cabin and Equipment

Joby Aviation, Santa Cruz, California, us, 95061


Joby Overview:Located in Northern California, the team at Joby Aviation is driven by our goal of creating an affordable, all-electric air transportation system. 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. Weve designed and tested many generations of prototype aircraft capable of serving in a network of electric air taxis. Were looking for talented, committed individuals to join our team as we push onwards toward certifying the Joby aircraft with the Federal Aviation Administration, scaling our manufacturing, and preparing to launch commercial service in 2025.

Overview:

Joby Aviation is seeking a passionate Technical Program Manager to join our Vehicle Program Management team with a focus in one or more of these areas:

Cabin InteriorsPilot and Passenger SeatsPilot Console and ControlsComponent InstallationsThis position will be in our Santa Cruz, CA location, and will actively work with the Cabin and Equipment team at Joby Aviation, including design, analysis, loads, methods and allowables, systems engineering, system safety, manufacturing, supply chain, flight test, certification and more. This role will operate in a fast paced, demanding, and rewarding environment with high expectations for individual contribution.The Technical Program Manager will be responsible for leading the Integrated Product Team aligned with aircraft systems in all programmatic aspects. They are responsible for creation of the high level and detailed plans to execute on the Type Certification program for the system and for driving the team in execution of the plan.Responsibilities:Responsible for execution of the program plan for the system(s) per the requirements of Joby Product Development ProcessesWork closely with integrated product team to develop and maintain project timeline towards aircraft type certification and manufacturing introductionDirectly support Integrated Product Team (IPT) technical lead in working through and solving technical challenges and risksCoordinate cost, schedule and technical issue and risk resolutionCoordinate with suppliers and as needed, interfacing with legal, shipping, quality, and other Joby support organizationsCollaborate with program teams to define scope of work to development and update system schedules, resource information, and identification of variances from the baseline recordsEvaluate project schedule progress and performance and identify developing problem areasAnalyze critical path and constraints to determine effect of changes to schedule and recommend work-aroundConduct multidisciplinary program reviews throughout the different phases of development, certification, and production readiness as required to coordinate and communicate system design projectsSupport program management team by implementing schedule changes into the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS), maintaining timely and effective change management processes and procedures?Conduct analysis to determine alternative courses of action or recovery on slipped schedulesPresent and report on system status to the aircraft Program Manager and Chief EngineerFacilitate implementation of new processes and improvementsMonitor work and remove impediments to progressFacilitate communication, discussion, decision making, and conflict resolutionRequired:

Bachelors degree in engineering or relevant field?5+ years of experience in a new development engineering environment with responsibility for project coordination and managementExpertise in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Confluence and JIRADemonstrated organizational skills and attention to detailsDemonstrated experience in the simultaneous management of multiple high-paced engineering projectsStrong communication skills, both oral and writtenGood skills and knowledge of facilitation, situational awareness, conflict resolution, continual improvement, empowerment, and increasing transparencyProficiency in Microsoft Office suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.?Be flexibleDesired:

10+ years of experience with aircraft Type Certification in an engineering environmentExperience with FAA certification processesExperience with aircraft cabin interiors and seatingBasic knowledge of 2X.1309 analyses and processes, including Advisory Circular 23.1309-1E, SAE ARP 4761, and SAE ARP 4754ABasic knowledge of FAA regulations and guidance material and industry standardsCompensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $146,900 - $195,800/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.Min:USD $146,900.00/Yr.

Max:USD $195,800.00/Yr.

EEO:Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.