AeroCareers Job Posting: Flight Test Fleet Scheduler - Salinas, CA at Joby Aviation. This is a Full-Time role in Salinas, CA, USA, CA. Salary: $113,900 - $151,900.

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Flight Test Fleet Scheduler - Salinas, CA

Posted on October 24, 2025

Salinas, CA, USA, CA Full-Time $113,900 - $151,900
Joby Aviation is a pioneering aerospace company dedicated to developing innovative, sustainable electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft to revolutionize urban transportation. Focused on advancing flight technology and making air travel more accessible and environmentally friendly, Joby Aviation operates at the forefront of the aviation and aerospace industry. The company fosters a dynamic work environment centered around cutting-edge research, safety, and operational excellence to support its ambitious goals. With an emphasis on collaboration, diversity, and technical expertise, Joby Aviation attracts top talent in the fields of engineering, aviation operations, and technology, providing a platform for impactful careers in the future of transportation. The Flight Test Fleet Scheduler position at Joby Aviation is a highly critical role within the Flight Test team, responsible for the intricate coordination and management of the flight test fleet's schedule. This role demands a detail-oriented professional who excels in organization and communication, tasked with developing, maintaining, and optimizing daily, weekly, and long-term schedules for aircraft, pilots, flight test engineers, and supporting crews. The Fleet Scheduler works closely with flight test engineers, test pilots, maintenance personnel, and program stakeholders to ensure optimum alignment of aircraft and personnel resources with the evolving priorities of flight test campaigns. This role is central to the smooth operation of both domestic and deployed flight test activities, guaranteeing efficient use of limited fleet resources and enabling the safe and timely completion of test objectives. The scheduler must manage dynamic scheduling challenges, balance competing priorities, and provide accurate real-time updates to keep all teams informed and prepared. Effective scheduling supports the readiness reviews by verifying the availability of necessary assets and personnel, contributing to the overall success of flight tests. The Flight Test Fleet Scheduler position is a blend of operational coordination and strategic foresight, involving short-term scheduling as well as long-range planning to anticipate fleet and crew needs. It requires proficiency in scheduling tools and communication with multiple internal departments including maintenance, engineering, flight test leadership, and program management. As a critical communication hub, the scheduler facilitates information exchange and reporting on fleet utilization, schedule adherence, and testing efficiency metrics. The role offers a competitive salary range between $113,900 and $151,900 per year, supplemented by Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) as part of the total compensation package. Joby Aviation also provides a comprehensive benefits package encompassing paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with company matching, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, and life insurance, ensuring well-rounded support for its employees. The Flight Test Fleet Scheduler position at Joby is ideal for professionals eager to contribute to the pulse of flight test operations at a leading aerospace company, working in a fast-paced environment where adaptability and precision are paramount.
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in aviation, engineering, operations, or a related field
  • Strong organizational skills with proven ability to manage complex, dynamic schedules
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • able to work across multiple teams and stakeholders
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
  • Proficiency with scheduling tools and Microsoft Office Suite