Joby Aviation

Electric VTOL urban air mobility provider

Production Technician 4/5

Product AssemblyUpdated on Nov 6

Full-timeSan Carlos, CA, USA$34 - $38 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required.
At least four years of experience in manufacturing or equivalent experience is required.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of work is required.
Ability to learn documented procedures for complex manufacturing and follow them to manufacture parts successfully is required.
Ability to adapt to sudden changes in daily priorities is required.
Strong oral and written communication skills are required.
Excellent problem-solving techniques and analytical ability are required.
Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks according to daily plans is required.
Ability to lift 25–35 pounds twice per hour and perform repetitive tasks is required.

Responsibilities

Adhere to safety procedures and protocols.
Build a variety of complex early-phase pilot and production aircraft parts.
Assemble data for aircraft parts in the manufacturing execution system.
Learn and apply skills through on-the-job training.
Conduct on-the-job training for other production technicians.
Work independently once tasks are assigned and adapt to daily priorities.
Maintain cleanliness in the work area using manufacturing 5S best practices.
Run trials for new products and processes.
Collaborate with cross-functional colleagues to meet shared goals.
Provide feedback and document manufacturing issues to drive solutions and process improvements.
Participate in the validation of new processes.
Tear down parts when rework or repair is necessary.
Participate in investigations of quality defects and test failures.

Desired Qualifications

Previous experience working in early-phase pilot and production of complex parts.
Understanding of bills of material and manufacturing execution systems.
Experience as a trainee and/or trainer in on-the-job training.
Experience in light industrial environments.
Experience working on high-voltage systems and/or complex electromechanical systems.
Experience with electromechanical assemblies.
Experience writing and following manufacturing procedures.
Proficiency with machining, welding, and mechanical craftsmanship.
Experience in basic wiring and diagnostics.
Experience with mechanical component assembly and systems integration of mechanical systems.
IPC J-STD-610 certification.
Experience with Atlassian Jira and First Resonance Ion.
Experience in lean manufacturing.

Company Overview

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. At Joby, we've been working to make that dream a reality since 2009 and we're now in the final stages of certifying our aircraft with the FAA. With plans to launch our aircraft in the US and Dubai, we're now scaling manufacturing and preparing for the launch of our commercial service.

Overview

Joby Aviation is seeking a highly organized, passionate Production Technician IV/V to join our powertrain and electronics team and help build flight-critical components for our VTOL electric aircraft. 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. Come help us build advanced electrical powertrains as we make a mark in the transportation industry.

Responsibilities

Adhere to Joby’s safety procedures and protocol.
Build a variety of complex early-phase pilot and production aircraft parts.
Assemble data for the aircraft parts in our manufacturing execution system (MES).
Learn and then apply skills through on-the-job (OTJ) training.
Conduct on-the-job (OJT) training to train other production technicians.
Work independently once tasks are assigned, and be flexible with priorities provided daily.
Maintain cleanliness in the work area using manufacturing 5S best practices. 
Be able to follow instructions and think critically.
Run trials for new products and processes.
Collaborate with cross-functional people to ensure we meet our shared goals as a team. 
Provide feedback and document issues found during manufacturing to drive solutions and process improvements.
Participate in the validation of new processes.
Teardown parts when rework or repair is necessary.
Participate in the investigation of quality defects and test failures.

Required

HS diploma or GED Equivalient
Work Shift is Monday-Friday (7:30 am-6:00 pm); 2 Saturdays per month (7:30 am - 4:00 pm)
Minimum 4 years of experience in manufacturing or equivalent
Able to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain high standards of work
Motivated to support the company’s mission
Able to be trained on documented procedures for complex manufacturing, then follow these procedures to successfully manufacture parts
Strong work ethic
Able to adapt to sudden changes in daily priorities
Team oriented attitude
Strong oral and written communication skills
Excellent problem-solving techniques and analytical ability
Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks according to daily plans
Able to lift 25-35 lbs twice per hour and perform repetitive tasks

Desired

Previous experience working in early-phase pilot and production of complex parts
Understanding of bills of material (BOM) and manufacturing execution systems (MES)
Experience being a trainee and/or trainer in on-the-job (OTJ) training
Experience with light industrial environments
Experience working on high-voltage systems and/or complex electromechanical systems
Experience with electro-mechanical assemblies
Experience writing and following manufacturing procedures
Proficiency with machining, welding, and overall mechanical craftsmanship is a plus
Experience in basic wiring and diagnostics
Experience with mechanical component assembly and systems integration of mechanical systems
IPC J-STD, 610 certification
Atlassian Jira, First Resonance Ion experience
Experience in lean manufacturing

Additional Information

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $34-$38 per 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

About the Company

Joby Aviation

Electric VTOL urban air mobility provider

Joby Aviation designs electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for urban air mobility, enabling vertical takeoff and landing and fast travel over cities. Customers book rides through an app for aerial ridesharing, with flights that rise vertically, fly to the destination, and land vertically. The aircraft use electric propulsion and are designed for low noise, with NASA validating the noise footprint and FAA certification in progress, plus a strategic ANA partnership to operate in Japan. It differentiates itself through extensive flight testing, formal noise validation, ongoing regulatory collaboration, and a Japan alliance to deploy services, aiming to provide a safe, clean, and efficient urban transportation option.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Santa Cruz, CA
Founded: 2009

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