Joby Aviation
Flight Test Safety Program Manager
Joby Aviation, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
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Overview Joby Aviation is seeking a highly motivated Flight Test Safety Program Manager to join the Safety Team to ensure the safe conduct of flight tests. This individual will possess a strong understanding of flight test, aircraft operations, and Safety Management System. They will work with the Flight Test Team on a daily basis to provide input to and oversight of safety processes and decisions. They must be able to investigate incidents, determine if corrective actions are required, and ensure accountability for those actions. The position is located in Marina, California in the Monterey/Santa Cruz region and requires regular travel to offsite test locations.
Responsibilities
Responsible for managing the Flight Test Safety program, working with Flight Test, Flight Test Maintenance, and other departments, with oversight from the Technical Safety Lead
Develop a robust Flight Test Safety Management System (SMS) program, integrated into the Enterprise SMS program in coordination with the Enterprise Safety Manager
Ensures company preparedness by maintaining the Flight Test Emergency Response Plan, in coordination with company emergency response plans, and through periodic drills
Participates in Flight Test planning and operations to provide input to and oversight of safety processes and decisions
Conduct audits of flight test operations, safety management, procedures, and manuals to ensure effectiveness of and compliance with policies and procedures
Facilitate and lead the Flight Test Safety Committee in processing and investigating Flight Test Incident Reports to identify root cause and ensuring corrective actions are effective
Works to continuously improve the flight test safety through Safety Risk Management (SRM), fosters safety culture, and provides safety promotion through training and regular safety meetings
Interfaces with regulators and external agencies, when requested by the Technical Safety Lead and/or Head of Safety
Prepare presentations, analyses, and reports for internal and external reviews and safety boards and participate in other safety committees as required
Ensures that all the Company’s Flight Test Safety programs continuously improve to adapt to changing environment and safety challenges
Assist the Enterprise Safety Manager in the collection of safety related data and statistics to support safety assurance (SA)
Supports the broader safety team in company safety programs
Supports flight test and flight operations demonstration teams for domestic and international demonstrations
Other duties as assigned
Required
5 years flight safety experience
Advanced degree, with Aviation Safety specialty or equivalent experience
Prior Flight Test experience
Comprehensive data analysis and statistical skills
Previous experience with SMS, SRM and SA
Demonstrated working experience with the FAA, NTSB or military
Desired
Formal Safety Training (Military, FAA, NTSB, SCSI, Collegiate)
FAA or Military pilot or maintenance certifications
Experience writing manuals and policies
Project management experience
Experience with airplane development and certification
Additional Information Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $105,800 - $174,200/year. 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.
Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Employment details
Full-time
Job function
Quality Assurance
Industries
Airlines and Aviation
Marina, CA
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Flight Test Safety Program Manager
role at
Joby Aviation
Overview Joby Aviation is seeking a highly motivated Flight Test Safety Program Manager to join the Safety Team to ensure the safe conduct of flight tests. This individual will possess a strong understanding of flight test, aircraft operations, and Safety Management System. They will work with the Flight Test Team on a daily basis to provide input to and oversight of safety processes and decisions. They must be able to investigate incidents, determine if corrective actions are required, and ensure accountability for those actions. The position is located in Marina, California in the Monterey/Santa Cruz region and requires regular travel to offsite test locations.
Responsibilities
Responsible for managing the Flight Test Safety program, working with Flight Test, Flight Test Maintenance, and other departments, with oversight from the Technical Safety Lead
Develop a robust Flight Test Safety Management System (SMS) program, integrated into the Enterprise SMS program in coordination with the Enterprise Safety Manager
Ensures company preparedness by maintaining the Flight Test Emergency Response Plan, in coordination with company emergency response plans, and through periodic drills
Participates in Flight Test planning and operations to provide input to and oversight of safety processes and decisions
Conduct audits of flight test operations, safety management, procedures, and manuals to ensure effectiveness of and compliance with policies and procedures
Facilitate and lead the Flight Test Safety Committee in processing and investigating Flight Test Incident Reports to identify root cause and ensuring corrective actions are effective
Works to continuously improve the flight test safety through Safety Risk Management (SRM), fosters safety culture, and provides safety promotion through training and regular safety meetings
Interfaces with regulators and external agencies, when requested by the Technical Safety Lead and/or Head of Safety
Prepare presentations, analyses, and reports for internal and external reviews and safety boards and participate in other safety committees as required
Ensures that all the Company’s Flight Test Safety programs continuously improve to adapt to changing environment and safety challenges
Assist the Enterprise Safety Manager in the collection of safety related data and statistics to support safety assurance (SA)
Supports the broader safety team in company safety programs
Supports flight test and flight operations demonstration teams for domestic and international demonstrations
Other duties as assigned
Required
5 years flight safety experience
Advanced degree, with Aviation Safety specialty or equivalent experience
Prior Flight Test experience
Comprehensive data analysis and statistical skills
Previous experience with SMS, SRM and SA
Demonstrated working experience with the FAA, NTSB or military
Desired
Formal Safety Training (Military, FAA, NTSB, SCSI, Collegiate)
FAA or Military pilot or maintenance certifications
Experience writing manuals and policies
Project management experience
Experience with airplane development and certification
Additional Information Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $105,800 - $174,200/year. 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.
Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Employment details
Full-time
Job function
Quality Assurance
Industries
Airlines and Aviation
Marina, CA
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