Ed Navarrete
About Ed Navarrete
Ed Navarrete serves as the SV Operations Lead at Joby Aviation, a position he has held since 2024. He has extensive experience in various leadership roles across several technology companies, including Imprivata, Citrix Systems, and Roku Inc.
Current Role at Joby Aviation
Ed Navarrete serves as the SV Operations Lead at Joby Aviation, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing operational strategies and ensuring efficient processes within the organization. Joby Aviation focuses on developing electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, aiming to revolutionize urban air mobility.
Previous Experience at Roku Inc.
Before joining Joby Aviation, Ed Navarrete worked at Roku Inc. as Senior Manager of Technical Program Management from 2017 to 2023. His role involved managing technical programs and leading cross-functional teams to enhance product development and delivery. This six-year tenure contributed to Roku's growth in the streaming technology sector.
Career at Citrix Systems, Inc.
Ed Navarrete was employed at Citrix Systems, Inc. as Senior Manager Engineering from 2007 to 2012. During his five years with the company, he played a key role in engineering management, focusing on the development and implementation of software solutions that support remote work and virtualization.
Educational Background in Mathematics
Ed Navarrete earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics from Santa Clara University, where he studied from 1981 to 1985. This educational background provided him with a strong analytical foundation, which has been beneficial throughout his career in technology and operations management.
Professional Journey Overview
Ed Navarrete has a diverse professional background, having held various leadership roles in technology companies. His career includes positions at KPMG Consulting, Visto Corporation, Everypath, Inc., and Imprivata. His extensive experience spans over three decades, focusing on engineering management, professional services, and operations leadership.