Aircraft Integration Assembly Technician
About The Position
Joby Aviation is developing a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically and operates quietly, aiming to provide safe, affordable, fully electric air transportation. The company, established in 2009, is in the final stages of certifying its aircraft with the FAA and is scaling manufacturing for commercial service launch in the US and Dubai. The Aircraft Integration Assembly Technician will join the Final Integration and Assembly team, where they will be trained to assemble all parts, components, harnesses, avionics, interiors, landing gear, and systems into the final aircraft, preparing it for flight. This role contributes to the manufacture and assembly of innovative, next-generation aircraft. Joby Aviation emphasizes its goal to change the world with its battery-powered aircraft that transitions from vertical take-off to efficient wing-borne flight, operating significantly quieter than previous aircraft. The company is a tight-knit team with multiple openings at various experience levels.
Requirements
- High School Diploma, GED and or relevant work experience
- Read and interpret engineering drawings and work instructions
- Familiarity with aircraft systems, standard aircraft hardware
- Must be able to easily identify and perform high quality work
- Need to be familiar with and can identify all the components needed for complete mechanical, hydraulic and electrical assemblies
- Understanding of the different requirements for producing both flight worthy production parts and research & development parts, respectively
- Have at least 2+ years’ experience in aviation, automotive or R&D mechanical systems
- Hands-on experience in automotive or aerospace industries
- Experienced in both working independently and being a trainer
- Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Advanced understanding of production processes, test equipment and tools
- General knowledge of aircraft assemblies, maintenance, and repair
- Experience working within strong quality assurance processes
Nice To Haves
- Associates or higher technical degree
- RC airplanes and cars experience
- Inspection background a bonus
- Experience rebuilding, overhauling, and troubleshooting small engines or electric motors
- FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) rating
- FAA Inspection Authorization (IA) rating
- Experience working on structures made from composite materials
- Experience with data acquisition techniques using foil strain gauges, accelerometers, load cells, thermistors, etc. (including sensor installation)
- Can run one of the major CAD systems
- Bicycle, Motorcycle, boating, sailing and or Motorsports hobbies
- Experience with industrial test laboratory environments and procedures
- Automotive maintenance experience a strong plus
- Welding and or Machining experience
- Pilots license
Responsibilities
- Assemble all the parts, components, harnesses, avionics, interiors, landing gear and systems into the final aircraft needed to prepare it for flight
- Contribute to the manufacture and assembly of an innovative aircraft
- Pre-inspect the work of others prior to submitting to quality assurance inspection
- Teach and mentor others with the knowledge gained from your expertise
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
