Composite Manufacturing Internship

Joby Aviation Composite Manufacturing Engineering Intern

Joby Aviation is seeking a motivated Composite Manufacturing Engineering Intern with a passion for composite fabrication and assembly processes. This internship offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in designing, developing, and optimizing composite manufacturing processes. As an intern, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design, production, tooling, and quality, to support innovative projects and learn from industry experts.

This internship will be on-site at our Marina, CA location where the Joby aircraft is being manufactured.

Responsibilities

• Process Documentation: Assist in creating and updating manufacturing documentation, including work instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for composite layup and assembly.
• Production Support: Provide technical support to production personnel on the shop floor to ensure the correct execution of manufacturing processes.
• Tooling & Shop Aids: Assist in the design and prototyping of shop aids and simple tooling to improve production efficiency.
• Process Improvement: Support lean manufacturing initiatives by collecting data on cycle times and identifying opportunities to reduce scrap and rework.
• Quality Support: Assist engineers in investigating non-conforming parts and identifying root causes for manufacturing issues.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with design and R&D teams to provide feedback on Design for Manufacturing (DFM) for new composite components.

Required

• Currently enrolled in a B.S. or M.S. program in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
• Heading into junior or senior year of undergraduate degree or above.
• Strong interest in composite materials and aerospace manufacturing.
• Familiarity with 3D CAD software (Solidworks, NX, or CATIA).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and Bill of Materials (BOMs).
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a "hands-on" mindset.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for authoring technical instructions.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a manufacturing environment.

Desired

• Hands-on experience with composite materials (hand layup, vacuum bagging, or autoclave curing) through university projects or prior internships.
• Experience with laser projection systems or composite cutting tables.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles (5S, Kaizen).
• Previous experience in a prototype or professional manufacturing environment.

Additional Information

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is for undergraduate students ($22.00 - $31.00/hr), and for graduate students ($5,550 - $7,800/month). The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Undergrad: $22.00 - $31.00/ hour

Graduate: $5,550 - $7,800/ month

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.

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer