Located in Northern California, the team at Joby Aviation is driven by our goal of creating an affordable, all-electric air transportation system. 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 onwards toward certifying the Joby aircraft with the Federal Aviation Administration, scaling our manufacturing, and preparing to launch commercial service in 2025.
Joby Aviation is seeking a highly organized, passionate individual to join our quality engineering team. As part of this team, you will be responsible for performing inspections on complex parts and assemblies, continuous improvement intiatives, development of new inspection techniques and best practices. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in dimensional inspection, manufacturing engineering, and quality control. The Joby Aviation team is made up of extremely talented, hardworking, proactive, and hands-on individuals, operating in a very fast-paced and rewarding environment. We are looking to expand this team with like-minded individuals looking to make a mark in the transportation industry.
Responsibilities
- Drive improvements in part and assembly dimensional accuracy through geometrical tooling maintenance, calibration, and improvements
- Perform dimensional tooling or part-fit inspections using precision and advanced measurement methods
- Troubleshoot dimensional non-conformances and support quality engineering in the root cause investigation
- Execute trials in support of investigations and measurement system analysis
- Analyze and interpret engineering drawings and specifications to determine dimensional requirements
- Collaborate with engineers and quality control personnel to identify and resolve dimensional issues
- Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of inspection results and corrective actions taken
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to improve inspection processes
- Design/build and troubleshoot jigs and fixtures
- Collaborate with design engineering/manufacturing engineering to ensure quality and product flow
- Quality technicians may train other Quality and Manufacturing personnel on how to operate and handle measuring and test equipment.
- Perform design review activities including inspectability, consistency, adequacy, accuracy, and conformance to requirements and provide recommendations for improvement
- Responsible for participating in continual improvement activities to enhance the quality system, such as 5S, Kaizen lean methods, etc
- Responsible for performing job duties in a manner consistent with established Joby Policies and Procedures
Required
- Minimum 5 years experience in an inspection role supporting a manufacturing environment
- Minimum 2 years experience in an NPI / engineering / technician role
- Understanding of mechanical systems and inspection processes including in-process inspection and dimensional inspection
- Fundamental understanding of GD&T and inspection systems
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills including writing skills
- Self-motivated and works independently
Desired
- Experience with Polyworks
- CMM programming
- Preference for skills with 3D & 2D mechanical modelling and drawing skills (Solidworks preferred).
- Experience in the aviation industry
- Knowledge of FAA regulatory requirements
EEO
Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $31-$41/hour. The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.Joby also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan with a company match, an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.
Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
