Didier Papadopoulos
About Didier Papadopoulos
Didier Papadopoulos is the President of Joby Aviation Aircraft OEM, having previously held various roles at Garmin and Joby Aviation. He has a background in mechanical engineering and management, with degrees from American University of Beirut, McGill University, and HEC Montréal.
Current Role at Joby Aviation
Didier Papadopoulos serves as the President of Joby Aviation Aircraft OEM. He has held this position since 2024, overseeing the company's aircraft operations and original equipment manufacturing. His leadership focuses on advancing Joby Aviation's mission in the aerospace industry.
Previous Experience at Joby Aviation
Prior to his current role, Didier worked at Joby Aviation in various capacities. He was the Head of Aircraft OEM from 2022 to 2024 and the Head of Programs & Systems Engineering from 2021 to 2022. His tenure at Joby Aviation has contributed to the development and implementation of innovative aviation solutions.
Career at Garmin
Didier Papadopoulos held multiple positions at Garmin from 2005 to 2021. He began as a Program Manager / Systems Engineer and progressed to roles including Vice President of Aviation Systems, Programs, and Business Development. His experience at Garmin spanned various aspects of aviation systems and business development.
Education and Academic Background
Didier earned a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the American University of Beirut, studying from 1994 to 1998. He furthered his education with a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, specializing in Robotics and Automation, from McGill University, completed in 2000. Additionally, he pursued Graduate Studies in Management at HEC Montréal.
Early Career at CAE Inc
Didier began his career as an Avionics Systems Specialist at CAE Inc, where he worked for five years from 2000 to 2005. This role provided him with foundational experience in avionics systems, contributing to his expertise in the aviation sector.