Safety Training Specialist (Contract)

Company Overview

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 onward toward certifying the Joby aircraft, scaling our manufacturing, and launching our initial commercial service.

Overview

Are you ready to play a crucial role in shaping the future of aviation? Joby is seeking a Safety Training Specialist (Contract) to champion and elevate our safety training programs. A high-performing 6-12 month candidate will be considered for a full time role. As a driving force behind standardizing, documenting, and supporting training activities across multiple safety functions, you will be at the forefront of ensuring our teams are equipped with the skills and knowledge to safely build, maintain, and operate the future of air transportation. The Safety Training Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining safety training programs to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and promote a safe working environment. 

Responsibilities

• Ensure that safety training content, processes, and procedures are in compliance with published training standards (internal and external)

• Ensure that team members are current and compliant with safety training requirements

• Manage migration/usage of training technology and record-keeping systems

• Coordinate the development of safety training curricula based on existing compliance regulations, work instructions, SOPs, and training content

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including subject matter experts, engineers, and production leaders, to incorporate practical, hands-on experiences into safety training programs.

• Support the development of engaging instructional materials to be delivered both online and in person

• Coordinate and monitor enrollment, schedules, costs, and equipment for safety training

• Continuously assess the effectiveness of safety training programs and make recommendations to address evolving industry requirements and feedback from trainees.

• Support the design and delivery of safety-specific onboarding and new-hire training

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Instructional Design, or related field with 5+ years of relevant experience; OR equivalent practical experience
• Experience executing or developing manufacturing work instructions (MWIs), SOPs, or technical documentation

• Experience designing, implementing, enhancing, and/or delivering safety training programs in a manufacturing, production, or similar environment

• 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 managing successful projects from inception to completion

• Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) and/or other training software

• Strong instructional and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly and in an engaging manner

• Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced, evolving environment, with strong stakeholder management skills and comfort building processes 

Desired

• Bachelor's degree in Occupational Safety, Industrial Education, Instructional Design, or related field, and/or safety training certifications (e.g., OSHA 30, OSHA Authorized Trainer, CSP)
• Experience in aerospace, aviation, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments, with familiarity in FAA, OSHA, or similar regulatory frameworks
• Experience with instructional design methodologies (ADDIE, SAM, or similar) and e-learning authoring tools (Articulate 360, Captivate, etc.)
• Experience implementing or migrating content within specific LMS platforms, along with data analysis skills to track training effectiveness and compliance metrics

Additional Information

This is a temporary role, anticipated to last 6-12 months. The target base pay for this position is $41-$65/hr. The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.