Joby OverviewLocated 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. 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 onwards toward certifying the Joby aircraft with the Federal Aviation Administration, scaling our manufacturing, and preparing to launch commercial service in 2025.OverviewJoby Aviation is seeking a passionate and experienced aviation safety and security professional to join our UAE team in launching Jobyxe2x80x99s first urban air mobility (UAM) air taxi service. This service, launched in cooperation with Dubai's Road and Transport Authority (RTA), will feature Jobyxe2x80x99s all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (eVTOL) and is expected to be amongst the first eVTOL UAM services in the world. You will report to Jobyxe2x80x99s UAE General Manager and will work closely alongside Jobyxe2x80x99s US-based Head of Safety and US-based Head of Security.As the Dubai-based Manager of Safety & Security, you will be responsible for implementing the Joby Safety Management System (SMS) and Security Management System (SeMS) for all UAE-based operations (flight, maintenance, training, vertiport). You will serve a critical role in ensuring operational safety and execution of Jobyxe2x80x99s vision for UAM, focusing specifically on all aspects of safety, security and regulatory compliance. You will also be required to manage, implement, and monitor the organizationxe2x80x99s aviation security program to safeguard passengers, staff, aircraft, and facilities.You must be a problem solver, a strategic thinker, and a driven individual who can represent Jobyxe2x80x99s vision while still being capable of driving tactical execution tasks on-site, and with US-based counterparts.This full-time role is located in Dubai, UAE, and remote work will not be permitted. Over 15% of travel is expected to the United States, or other locations as requested.Responsibilities
Act as Jobyxe2x80x99s Safety and Security Champion in UAE to lead and promote a safety-first culture across all operations while ensuring the integration of aviation safety and security with Flight Test, Commercial Operations, Aircraft Maintenance, Training, Vertiport operations, and relevant associated external agencies
Assist with the development and maintenance of the UAE Emergency Response Plan, conducting regular drills, and aligning the Safety Management System (SMS) with other operational safety programs
Oversee safety and security processes, manage safety and security reporting, lead incident investigations, and implement corrective actions
Enhance and reinforce the safety culture through training and education, regular safety meetings and communications, and the development of an effective compliance monitoring program and security audits to ensure compliance with safety and security procedures
Develop, implement, and maintain the Aviation Security Program in line with legal, regulatory, and operational requirements
Oversee security risk assessments and implement mitigation measures for identified threats
Oversee and manage all aviation security incidents, breaches, or emergencies.
Ensure company compliance with all safety and security directives
Responsible for the Safety (SMS) and Security Management System (SeMS) implementation, maintenance, documentation, performance, and effectiveness. Ensure alignment with Jobyxe2x80x99s Enterprise SMS Program
Provide independent advice on safety and security matters and to be ultimately accountable to the accountable manager
Monitor safety and security concerns in the aviation industry and their perceived impact on Jobyxe2x80x99s operations aimed at product and service delivery
Be the principal communicator with regulators on audits and service provision issues related to the Safety and Security management systems. Coordinate and communicate safety and security issues within Joby as well as with external organizations (including the GCAA, DCAA, and other State authorities as necessary) on issues relating to safety and security; and
Partner with local vertiport operator(s) to ensure safe and secure operations at any location where Joby aircraft operates within the UAE
Develop and maintain effective relationships with external safety and security services, regulatory bodies, and law enforcement
Required
5 years of aviation safety and security experience
Meet the requirements to be the appointed Safety Post Holder, SMS position per UAE CAR SMS.SPO.015 and UAE CAR UAM
Meet the requirements to be the appointed Security Post Holder per UAE CAR UAM
Have appropriate security management system and safety management system knowledge and experience
Data analysis skills
Working exposure to the FAA, GCAA, EASA, NTSB, or military
Fluent in English (ICAO level 4 minimum)
Good organizational skills including project management
Confident in the delivery of written reports, risk assessments, and briefings to senior management
Ability to pass AVSEC security clearance
Ability to travel internationally, especially to the United States
Desired
10+ years of aviation safety and security experience
Advanced degree, with Aviation Safety specialty or equivalent experience
Formal Safety Training (Military, FAA, GCAA, EASA, NTSB, SCSI, Collegiate)
Law enforcement or military security experience
Prior experience as the appointed Post Holder SMS and/or Security position
Prior experience working with various governmental and aviation transportation authorities in the UAE