As a Manufacturing Engineer on the airframe assembly team, you will play a key role in the scale-up of Joby's high-volume aircraft production line. You will help the Joby team develop and implement the processes, tools, and ideas required to scale from several aircraft per year to hundreds of aircraft per year. This role will require you to not only develop tools and processes but also contribute to the overall vision of a flying rideshare service by thinking beyond the confines of the traditional aerospace industry and reimagining the possibilities of aviation.
ResponsibilitiesMake key contributions to the development of Joby's high-output production system to produce aircraft at rates that have not yet been achieved in the aerospace industry
Seek out and implement new manufacturing technologies and methods capable of dramatically accelerating assembly production rates
Collaborate with the tooling team to develop efficient and effective assembly tools oriented toward high-volume production
Collaborate with Joby's partners at Toyota to develop highly effective production tools and systems
Work closely with the Design and Stress teams to ensure that manufacturability guides all facets of the airframe design
Author clear, explicit, and easy-to-follow manufacturing work instructions
Work closely with the production team on the shop floor to quickly address issues and resolve technical challenges
Develop and implement factory layouts for future airframe production facilities
Work with the Quality Engineering team to conduct First Article Inspections (FAI), assembly fixture qualifications, and PFMEAs
Lead development projects with multidisciplinary teams, including Design, Stress, M&P, Quality, Tooling, Production, and Purchasing
Define assembly sequences and workflows for large and small airframe assemblies
Own the implementation of assembly tools and equipment, from concept development to final acceptance testing
Lead first-time builds and provide ongoing support during factory bring-up
Manage schedules for initial builds, identify schedule risks, and relentlessly seek opportunities to reduce timelines
Identify company-wide improvement opportunities, specifically those related to composite manufacturing and assembly operations
Required
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline with 5+ years of relevant experience (or Master's degree + 3+ years), or equivalent practical experience
Proficiency in CAD software (CATIA, SolidWorks, or similar) with hands-on experience in mechanical, fixture, and assembly tooling design
Strong hands-on background in a manufacturing environment, supporting prototype through production stages
Demonstrated experience conducting PFMEAs, writing manufacturing work instructions, and interpreting mechanical drawings/assemblies including GD&T
Proven ability to provide impactful technical feedback on new designs to improve manufacturability (DFM)
Strong project management experience with a track record of driving cross-functional problem-solving initiatives
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to adapt quickly in a fast-paced engineering environment
Strong experience with composite manufacturing, including lamination, bonding, drilling, and fastening
Experience with automated or robotic manufacturing systems
Familiarity with aerospace manufacturing processes, specifications, and materials
Practical experience developing factory layouts, workstations, Lean manufacturing methods, and time-study analysis
Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $128,800 - $221,000/yr. 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.
Additional InformationJoby Aviation is an equal opportunity employer.
Skills Required
- B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline with 5+ years of relevant experience; alternatively, a master's degree with 3+ years of experience or equivalent practical experience.
- Proficiency with CAD software such as CATIA, SolidWorks, or similar, including hands-on mechanical, fixture, and assembly tooling design experience.
- Strong hands-on manufacturing experience supporting prototype through production stages.
- Experience conducting PFMEAs, writing manufacturing work instructions, and interpreting mechanical drawings and assemblies, including GD&T.
- Demonstrated ability to provide technical feedback on designs to improve manufacturability through DFM.
- Strong project management experience driving cross-functional problem-solving initiatives.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to adapt in a fast-paced engineering environment.
- Strong experience with composite manufacturing, including lamination, bonding, drilling, and fastening.
- Experience with automated or robotic manufacturing systems.
- Familiarity with aerospace manufacturing processes, specifications, and materials.
- Practical experience developing factory layouts, workstations, Lean manufacturing methods, and time-study analysis.
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What We Do
Joby is a California-based company building quiet, all-electric aircraft to connect people like never before. With up to 150 miles of range and the ability to take off and land vertically, the Joby aircraft will change the way we move while reducing the acoustic and climate footprint of flight.
