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Form of workLocated 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.
Joby is seeking a Manufacturing Training Manager to oversee our aircraft Manufacturing Training programs in partnership with manufacturing leadership. Situated in Joby’s Academy, the Manufacturing Training Manager will partner closely with manufacturing leadership to train the future of high tech aerospace manufacturing talent. This leadership role will be responsible for standardizing, documenting, and supporting training activities across multiple manufacturing shops, ensuring consistent and efficient training processes.
- Lead the development and execution of a cohesive Manufacturing Training strategy in partnership with manufacturing leadership.
- Oversee the design and delivery of manufacturing-specific onboarding and new hire training.
- Collaborate with production supervisors and training specialists within manufacturing to identify opportunities for continuous improvement in training processes, tools, and techniques.
- Lead the development of standardized record keeping processes.
- Play an integral role in the design, implementation, and management of training information systems.
- Instill a strong culture of safety and adherence to protocols in all training activities.
- Continuously assess the effectiveness of training programs and make recommendations to address evolving industry requirements and feedback from trainees.
- Ensure that training programs are aligned with state and federal requirements, as well as reimbursement and grant programs.
- Experience designing, implementing, enhancing, and/or delivering training programs in a manufacturing, production or similar environment
- Strong instructional and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly and in an engaging manner
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to mentor and guide individuals from diverse backgrounds and skill levels
- Effective organizational skills to manage training schedules, materials, records, and documentation
- Experience in leadership and project management
- Education and experience: 8+ years of relevant experience or bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience
- Formal academic or skills training in Engineering, Manufacturing, Materials Science, Training, Instructional Design, or a related field
- Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) and/or other training software
- Experience in aerospace manufacturing
- Experience in composites manufacturing
Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $92,600 - $150,700/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.
Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
