Quality Control Inspector, Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), 2nd Shift
About The Position
Joby Aviation is seeking a detail-oriented Quality Control Inspector, Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), 2nd Shift to perform specialized inspections across our manufacturing, assembly, and component fabrication operations. Reporting to Quality Control leadership, this role is critical to evaluating structural integrity, material soundness, and engineering conformity across composite, metallic, and additively manufactured aircraft parts. This single requisition serves as an overarching intake for NDT technical talent across four core inspection modalities: Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Computed Tomography (CT), Liquid Penetrant Testing (PT), and Eddy Current Testing (ET). Candidates do not need to hold active certifications in all four modalities to apply. Applicants will be screened by Talent Acquisition and technical leads to determine appropriate functional placement and level alignment based on certification history, classroom training hours, and hands-on experience.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- A minimum of 2+ years practical inspection experience or formal classroom/military training equivalent to NAS 410 in at least one core modality: Ultrasonic (UT), Computed Tomography (CT), Liquid Penetrant (PT), or Eddy Current (ET).
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings and material specifications.
- High School Diploma or GED required; technical diploma, military NDT training program, or Associate's degree preferred.
- Familiarity with industry NDT qualification standards (e.g., NAS 410, ASNT, ASTM).
- Proficiency using manufacturing software (ERP/MES), specialized digital NDT analysis tools and Microsoft 365.
Nice To Haves
- Active or prior NAS 410 certifications (Level I, Level II, or Level III) in UT, CT, PT, or ET.
- Experience inspecting advanced composite structures (e.g., carbon fiber laminates, honeycomb core), precision aerospace welds, or additive manufacturing components.
- Hands-on experience with Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT), automated CT reconstruction software, or high-throughput penetrant lines.
- Familiarity with NADCAP audit processes and FAA Part 21/145 manufacturing environments.
Responsibilities
- Perform non-destructive evaluations on composite structures, metallic components, additive manufactured parts, and assemblies using one or more primary modalities: Ultrasonic (UT), Computed Tomography (CT), Liquid Penetrant (PT), or Eddy Current (ET).
- Set up, calibrate, and standardize NDT equipment, sensors, transducers, probes, and X-ray/CT scanning systems according to written techniques and standard operating procedures.
- Analyze scanning data, A/B/C-scans, 3D CT reconstructions, signal responses, and surface indications against engineering drawings, acceptance criteria, and quality standards.
- Accurately document inspection findings, log results in MES/QMS databases, and generate nonconforming material reports (MRB tags) when discontinuities exceed allowable limits.
- Collaborate with NDT Engineers, Quality Engineers, and shop-floor teams to assist with technique development, scan plan verification, and defect root-cause investigations.
- Maintain strict compliance with FAA requirements, internal QMS procedures, NADCAP audit guidelines, and NAS 410 written practices.
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
