Flight Test Mechanic (Dubai)
Joby Aviation
Date: 22 hours ago
City: Dubai
Contract type: Full time

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 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
Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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
- 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.
- Experience working on experimental and/or prototype vehicles
- FAA Inspection Authorization (IA) certificate
- Part 135 maintenance experience or equivalent
- Composite fabrication and repair experience
Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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