Welcome page Returning candidate? Log back in! Production Technician IV Job Locations US-CA-San Carlos ID 2024-3557 Category Powertrain & Electronics, Manufacturing Type Regular Full-Time Joby Overview 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. Overview

Joby Aviation is seeking a highly organized, passionate Production Technician IV 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 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. EEO

Statistics show that under-represented groups, such as women and other minority groups, don’t apply to a job unless they meet 100% of the required qualifications. At Joby, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all requirements.  We believe that a successful workplace is diverse, equitable and inclusive. We value all perspectives; we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  If you are excited about this role, want to reinvent it and contribute to the Joby mission; please apply anyway. Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $31-$35 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