Jamie K.
About Jamie K.
Jamie K. is a Senior Technical Recruiter at Joby Aviation, where he focuses on recruiting talent for the development of eVTOL air taxis. He has extensive experience in the aerospace industry, having previously worked at Boeing, Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and Delta Air Lines.
Work at Joby Aviation
Jamie K. serves as a Senior Technical Recruiter at Joby Aviation, a company focused on the development and certification of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air taxis. Since joining in 2021, Jamie has played a key role in recruiting talent essential for advancing the company's innovative projects. Joby Aviation has garnered attention for its cutting-edge technology and has been recognized by Fast Company as one of the World's Most Innovative Companies in 2021. Jamie is part of a team supported by significant investors, including Intel, Toyota, and JetBlue Technology Ventures.
Previous Experience in Aerospace Recruitment
Before joining Joby Aviation, Jamie K. accumulated extensive experience in technical recruitment within the aerospace sector. Jamie worked at Boeing as a Senior Contract Recruiter from 2019 to 2021, focusing on staff augmentation. Prior to that, Jamie held a Senior Technical Recruiter position at Lockheed Martin from 2015 to 2019 for four years. Additionally, Jamie worked at Northrop Grumman as a Senior Contract Recruiter from 2014 to 2015. This background in aerospace recruitment has equipped Jamie with a strong understanding of the industry's specific talent needs.
Recruitment Role at Delta Air Lines
Jamie K. also has experience in the aviation sector, having worked at Delta Air Lines as a Senior Contract Recruiter from 2011 to 2014. During this three-year tenure, Jamie focused on staff augmentation, contributing to the recruitment of skilled professionals to support Delta's operational needs. This role added to Jamie's expertise in recruitment within the broader aviation industry.
Career Timeline and Progression
Jamie K.'s career in recruitment spans over a decade, with a focus on technical and aerospace roles. Starting at Delta Air Lines in 2011, Jamie progressed through various senior recruitment positions at Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, and Boeing. Since 2021, Jamie has been with Joby Aviation, where the emphasis is on recruiting talent for innovative eVTOL projects. This career trajectory highlights Jamie's commitment to advancing recruitment practices in the aerospace and aviation sectors.