Production Technician IV/V

Joby Aviation Production Technician IV/V

Joby Aviation is seeking a highly organized, passionate Production Technician IV/V to join our powertrain and electronics team and help build flight-critical components for our VTOL electric aircraft. The Joby Aviation team is made up of extremely talented, hardworking, proactive, and hands-on individuals, operating in a very fast-paced and rewarding environment. Come help us build advanced electrical powertrains as we make a mark in the transportation industry.

Responsibilities:

• Adhere to Joby's safety procedures and protocol.
• Build a variety of complex early-phase pilot and production aircraft parts.
• Assemble data for the aircraft parts in our manufacturing execution system (MES).
• Learn and then apply skills through on-the-job (OTJ) training.
• Conduct on-the-job (OJT) training to train other production technicians.
• Work independently once tasks are assigned, and be flexible with priorities provided daily.
• Maintain cleanliness in the work area using manufacturing 5S best practices.
• Be able to follow instructions and think critically.
• Run trials for new products and processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional people to ensure we meet our shared goals as a team.
• Provide feedback and document issues found during manufacturing to drive solutions and process improvements.
• Participate in the validation of new processes.
• Teardown parts when rework or repair is necessary.
• Participate in the investigation of quality defects and test failures.

Required:

• HS diploma or GED Equivalient
• Work Shift is Monday-Friday (7:30 am-6:00 pm); 2 Saturdays per month (7:30 am - 4:00 pm)
• Minimum 4 years of experience in manufacturing or equivalent
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain high standards of work
• Motivated to support the company's mission
• Able to be trained on documented procedures for complex manufacturing, then follow these procedures to successfully manufacture parts
• Strong work ethic
• Able to adapt to sudden changes in daily priorities
• Team oriented attitude
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving techniques and analytical ability
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks according to daily plans
• Able to lift 25-35 lbs twice per hour and perform repetitive tasks

Desired:

• Previous experience working in early-phase pilot and production of complex parts
• Understanding of bills of material (BOM) and manufacturing execution systems (MES)
• Experience being a trainee and/or trainer in on-the-job (OTJ) training
• Experience with light industrial environments
• Experience working on high-voltage systems and/or complex electromechanical systems
• Experience with electro-mechanical assemblies
• Experience writing and following manufacturing procedures
• Proficiency with machining, welding, and overall mechanical craftsmanship is a plus
• Experience in basic wiring and diagnostics
• Experience with mechanical component assembly and systems integration of mechanical systems
• IPC J-STD, 610 certification
• Atlassian Jira, First Resonance Ion experience
• Experience in lean manufacturing

Additional Information:

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $31 - $45 per hour. 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