Composite Production Specialist

Joby Aviation Composite Production Specialist

Joby Aviation is seeking a highly motivated Composite Production Specialist to support composite part fabrication and assembly in a fast-paced production environment. This role is focused on driving daily build success on the production floor by providing real-time technical support, removing blockers, and improving process stability and rate capability. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with composite manufacturing processes and thrives in a high-mix, low-volume aerospace environment, working cross-functionally to bridge engineering and production.

Responsibilities

• Provide real-time engineering support on the production floor to maintain flow and resolve build issues.
• Develop and optimize composite manufacturing processes (layup, cure, trim, bonding, assembly).
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Design, Tooling, Quality, and Production teams to ensure manufacturability and smooth execution.
• Support root cause analysis (RCCA) and implement corrective/preventive actions to reduce defects, scrap, and rework.
• Create and maintain manufacturing documentation (MWIs, SOPs, process specs) aligned with shop-floor execution.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Kaizen, 5S) to improve efficiency and process stability.
• Support production readiness, capacity planning, and rate ramp-up activities.
• Train and mentor technicians to ensure consistent and high-quality process execution.
• Support and roll out new processes from NPI and process engineering team to Production line.

Required

• 4+ years of relevant experience
• 4+ years as a Composite Technician
• Hands-on experience with manufacturing processes:
• Hand layup, vacuum bagging, curing (autoclave/oven)
• Bonding and assembly processes
• Traditional Manufacturing Processes
• Experience writing clear and effective work instructions
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and BOMs
• Experience in high-mix, low-volume production environments
• Strong problem-solving skills with a structured approach (RCA, 5-Why, etc.)
• Strong Technical Communication skills

Desired

• Experience in aerospace or advanced composites industry
• Familiarity with CAD tools (NX, CATIA, SolidWorks)
• Experience with PLM and/or MES systems
• Experience with laser projection systems (e.g., Virtek, Aligned Vision)
• Experience with composite cutting systems (Gerber, Zund, Eastman)
• Exposure to AFP/ATL or automated processes
• Lean Six Sigma certification or equivalent experience

Additional Information

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $70,304 - $102,200/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.

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.