Senior Federal Affairs Advisor

• Support the Head of Federal Affairs in executing federal government engagement strategy across legislative and executive branches, with emphasis on defense, aerospace, transportation, energy, and innovation portfolios.
• Build and maintain relationships with congressional staff, agency contacts, DoD personnel, trade association representatives, and advocacy coalition partners.
• Monitor, research, and summarize relevant legislation, regulatory developments, appropriations, and agency activity affecting advanced air mobility (AAM) and eVTOL markets.
• Draft policy briefings, one-pagers, fact sheets, talking points, and internal memos that clearly communicate Joby’s policy positions and technology story to government and executive audiences.

This role advances the development and deployment of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, which can reduce urban congestion and emissions, enabling more time with loved ones and quieter, cleaner transportation.

• 8+ years of experience in federal government affairs, legislative affairs, or public policy.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree in public policy, political science, international affairs, or related field is a plus.
• Working knowledge of U.S. federal government structures, the legislative process, appropriations cycles, and regulatory workflows.
• Strong research and writing skills; ability to synthesize complex policy information into clear, concise materials for senior executives and government officials.

Compensation includes base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). Target base pay: $130,500-229,100/yr. Comprehensive benefits include paid time off, healthcare, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and more.

Joby Aviation is developing an electric air taxi that takes off vertically and quietly, aiming to launch commercial service in the US and Dubai. The company is in the final stages of FAA certification and scaling manufacturing.