Senior CNC Programmer

Joby Aviation • Santa Cruz, CA

4h • $44 - $60

About The Position

Joby Aviation is seeking a highly experienced and talented individual to improve and optimize our R&D CNC programming activities. Joby is working towards the goal of development, certification and production of a world changing eVTOL aircraft. As the Senior CNC Programmer, this individual will have overall responsibility for development, implementation, and training of the 3, 5-axis and Lathe CNC programming processes for the R&D Machine Shop.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• 5-7 Years experience as a Programmer with prior or combined machinist experience (proven ability to program, setup and operate CNC equipment)
• Ability to program and machine using Fusion 360 CAM software in 3, 5 axis milling and live tooling lathe CNC
• Capable of both verbal and written communication and collaboration effectively both in a team environment and with engineering
• Proficient in GD&T and ability to read blueprints and other design documents as well as interpret verbal design instructions
• Knowledgeable about integrated probing systems
• Knowledgeable in a variety of materials and fundamental concepts of machining techniques and mechanics [stress, strain, etc.]
• Willingness to work outside your comfort zone, in a fast paced non-traditional manufacturing environment
• Assembly experience and working knowledge of basic fasteners and hand tools

Nice To Haves

• 10-15 years experience as a Programmer
• 15-20 years experience as a Machinist
• Fusion 360, HSM Works, MasterCAM
• Experience in a fast paced, high variety machine shop environment
• Able to use a manual CMM
• Experience with Polyworks or PC-DMIS
• Experience with Lang or similar zero point workholding
• Experience with Dassault Systemes Catia
• Proficiency in FUSION 360 5-axis programming
• Experience with company chat systems such as Slack and Microsoft Teams
• Experience with planning and job ticketing softwares such as Jira

Responsibilities

• Will be responsible for answering questions and working with 2 other machinists over Second shift.
• Overlap and communicate with day shift team to discuss priorities and handoffs between shifts.
• Ability to communicate job priorities to Second shift.
• Prototype machining via creating and editing CNC programs that support the machining of a wide range of R&D, Aircraft, and Tooling components.
• Occasional Conformable Flight Articles.
• Will be utilizing Fusion360 as the primary CAD/CAM software to write programs.
• Participates in machining parts on the machine with Haas and Fanuc controllers.
• Able to operate mills, lathes, drill presses, saws, grinders, and a variety of other equipment.
• Able to program, set up, and operate 3 axis, 5 axis mills and live tooling lathes to create complex aircraft components, fixtures, and tooling, from rough stock to finished part.
• Synchronize and create machining process development & optimization (part setup/fixturing, machining strategy/order of operations, tool selection, speed/feed process parameter selection)
• Communicate with Programmers, Machinists, and Team Leaders to identify, select, and procure appropriate tooling for job specific applications (based on part material, geometry, features, tolerances, system rigidity, and equipment capability)
• Continuously improve design and production efforts by working closely with the engineering team
• Perform inspections and measurements of product dimensions using basic Quality Control measuring tools, probing routines, calipers, micrometer, depth gauges, and other measuring equipment.
• Demonstrates ability to document and communicate well within the team environment.
• Demonstrate continuous improvement of a well-organized and safe environment for all workspaces.
• Able to communicate GD&T effectively to other machinists and programmers.
• Prioritizes quality on completed parts, holds tight tolerances, performs inspection of own parts and can inspect co-worker’s work.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED