Quality Engineering, Sr. Manager

Joby Aviation•Marina, CA

3d•$170,500 - $267,400

About The Position

Joby Aviation is seeking a senior technical leader to oversee our Quality Engineering organization. Reporting to the Head of Quality, you will architect, coordinate, and execute all aspects of quality engineering, preventative quality planning, and continuous improvement across all manufacturing facilities. The Senior Quality Engineering Manager will drive manufacturing controls strategy, nonconformance management, advanced product quality planning (APQP), and organizational development as we scale aircraft production. This leader will build and develop a high-performing organization of quality engineering managers, quality engineers, and technical leads across the entire manufacturing footprint. You will own the integrity of our quality engineering processes, drive disciplined root-cause engineering to eliminate process escapes, and ensure unyielding compliance with internal standards and FAA regulations. The ideal candidate possesses a proven track record of technical leadership in complex manufacturing or aviation environments. This role requires close collaboration across Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Production, Manufacturing Engineering, and Design teams to ensure a seamless transition from design to production. The Joby Aviation team operates in a fast-paced, highly rewarding environment driven by high standards and precise execution. We are seeking a dedicated leader to build and sustain a world-class quality culture as we scale production.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering, technology, aviation management, or a related field plus a minimum of 10 years' experience in Quality Engineering or a related technical field. In lieu of college degree, a minium of 15 years experience in a quality engineering or related technical field.
Minimum 5 years of leadership experience managing technical teams or leading large, multi-site operational organizations.
Deep understanding of manufacturing controls, design controls, APQP, and complex nonconformance management.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to maintain technical standards and collaborate under production timelines.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred.
Six Sigma Black Belt or advanced Lean Manufacturing certification.
Advanced knowledge of core quality tools and root-cause analysis methodologies (e.g., 5 Whys, 8D, Fishbone, PFMEA, Control Plans).
Working knowledge of AS9100, ISO9001, and FAA 14 CFR Part 21 regulations.

Responsibilities

Manage and scale a multi-site team of Quality Engineering Managers and Engineers, ensuring compliance with internal Quality Management Systems (QMS) and FAA regulations.
Build scalable organizational structures, operating rhythms, and preventative quality systems to support increasing production volume and manufacturing maturity.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing Engineering, Design, and Program Management to advise on design reviews, ensuring product manufacturability, inspectability, and conformance to requirements.
Ensure the implementation of world-class quality engineering systems (e.g., AS9145) to support the entire product life cycle, focusing on the prevention and detection of defects at the earliest possible phase (NPI to production).
Direct advanced failure investigations and oversee Material Review Board (MRB) actions, ensuring robust root-cause analysis and the implementation of systemic corrective actions to eliminate process escapes.
Manage quality engineering metrics using data analytics tools to track, report, and act upon yield performance, defect trends, and process capability.
Partner heavily with Quality Control to ensure all technical requirements, inspection plans, and quality processes are executed consistently and effectively on the floor.
Drive continuous improvement and Lean/Six Sigma initiatives that support production readiness and commercial scale.
Responsible for performing job duties in a manner consistent with established Joby Policies and Procedures.