S4 Flight Instructor

Overview

Joby Aviation is seeking an experienced FAA‑certified flight instructor to join our Flight Standards and Training team to instruct pilots to operate our S4 electric aircraft. The job is based on‑site at the Marina Municipal Airport, California. In addition to instructing trainee pilots, this role will be instrumental in continuing to develop the materials used to deliver the training, with the intent to produce a stream of highly standardized pool of pilots ready to be assigned to commercial service.

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.

• Contribute to the development of the S4 pilot training course.
• Contribute to the development of a standardized training course for S4 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.

• 5+ years of experience as a Flight Instructor.
• FAA Certified Flight Instructor.
• A minimum of 1,000 hours pilot in command (PIC) flight time.
• 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.

• Prior experience instructing in an airline.
• Prior experience instructing in a Part 141 training school.
• Prior experience instructing in a military pilot training school.
• Prior experience developing aviation courseware.
• Airplane, Powered‑Lift and Rotorcraft commercial certificates.
• Bachelor’s degree.

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $82,700 – $139,100/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.