<h2>Joby Overview</h2>Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. Since 2009, our team has worked steadily to make this dream a reality. We’ve designed and tested many generations of prototype aircraft capable of serving in a network of electric air taxis. We’re looking for talented, committed individuals to join our team as we push onward toward certifying the Joby aircraft, scaling our manufacturing, and launching our initial commercial service.<h2>Overview</h2><p>The <strong>Airframe Assembly Inspector III</strong> conducts a variety of inspection tasks, ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive production assembly operations, while analyzing processes and recommending improvements. Responsibilities include distributing activities and goals, coordinating and guiding technical support teams, and supporting new inspectors. Additionally, the role involves assisting in process analysis to enhance overall efficiency and quality.</p><h2>Responsibilities</h2><p>This person will perform a variety of inspection tasks on structural assemblies and subassemblies, ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive operations. Responsibilities include working from diagrams and drawings, verifying initial layouts, and using hand tools to ensure conformity to specifications. Conducts continuity checks on in-process and finished work, performs quality inspections on the production line per specifications, and follows FAA-approved procedures, OEM technical data, and work package instructions. Inspects completed work to identify rework needs, ensuring all repairs meet prescribed standards and tolerances before final sign-off. Completes documentation in compliance with internal quality processes and FAA guidelines.</p><p> </p><p>Additional duties include reviewing assembly work for airworthiness certification, observing and auditing the airframe assembly team during bonds, taking pictures, tracking time, and ensuring real-time quality checks. The role requires a proactive approach to addressing inspection needs within Airframe Assembly.</p><ul> <li>Performs a variety of tasks ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive production assembly inspection operations on structural assemblies and subassemblies</li> <li>Works from diagrams and drawings, confirms initial layouts, and uses hand tools to check conformity to specification</li> <li>Makes continuity checks on work in process and finished work</li> <li>Conducts quality inspections on processing line in accordance with quality specifications</li> <li>Follows approved inspection procedures for component or aircraft structures, consulting internal procedures that have been FAA approved, original equipment manufacturers (OEM’s) technical data, and work package instructions</li> <li>Inspects completed work to identify any needed rework before signing off; ensures that repaired components meet prescribed standards and tolerances</li> <li>Completes work package documentation as required by internal quality process and FAA guidelines</li> <li>Review assembly work for final/in progress inspection and certification of airworthiness</li> <li>Observe the airframe assembly team during bonds, keep time, take pictures, and audit the bond in real-time</li> <li>Take initiative and be proactive about inspection needs within Airframe Assembly</li></ul><h2>Required</h2><ul> <li>High School Diploma or GED required.</li> <li>Minimum of 3 years of experience in aircraft assembly, mechanical assembly, and/or aircraft structures.</li> <li>Strong mechanical aptitude with proficiency in using precision instruments and hand tools for inspections.</li> <li>Familiarity with composite part fabrication and the ability to interpret work orders, blueprints, and specifications.</li> <li>Solid understanding of machines and tools, including their design, operation, maintenance, and repair.</li> <li>Proficiency in using air-powered hand tools and related equipment.</li> <li>Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and methods to optimize manufacturing and distribution efficiency.</li></ul><p><strong>Working Conditions/Environment/Special Requirements:</strong></p><ul> <li>Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including, OSHA, EPA, State and Federal regulations</li> <li>Ability to work flexible hours and different shifts if required</li></ul><h2>Desired</h2><ul> <li>Five plus years' experience with aircraft composite assembly, mechanical assembly, or aircraft structures.</li> <li>Experience with tech data, aircraft drawings, and manufacturing work instructions to perform inspections</li> <li>Familiar with paste/secondary bonded structure</li> <li>A&amp;P and mechanical experience a plus</li></ul><p>Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $30-$39/hour. The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.</p><p> </p><p>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.</p><h2>Additional Information</h2><p>Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</p>

Joby Aviation develops a new generation of electric personal aircraft created to revolutionize personal mobility. Its strength is in composite airframe design and fabrication, aerodynamic analysis, high-performance electric motor development, and cutting-edge battery pack design, enabling clients to create a paradigm shift in transportation with safe, quiet, fast and affordable electric vertical takeoff.

Airframe Assembly Inspector III

<h2>Joby Overview</h2>Imagine a piloted air taxi that takes off vertically, then quietly carries you and your fellow passengers over the congested city streets below, enabling you to spend more time with the people and places that matter most. Since 2009, our team has worked steadily to make this dream a reality. We’ve designed and tested many generations of prototype aircraft capable of serving in a network of electric air taxis. We’re looking for talented, committed individuals to join our team as we push onward toward certifying the Joby aircraft, scaling our manufacturing, and launching our initial commercial service.<h2>Overview</h2><p>The <strong>Airframe Assembly Inspector III</strong> conducts a variety of inspection tasks, ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive production assembly operations, while analyzing processes and recommending improvements. Responsibilities include distributing activities and goals, coordinating and guiding technical support teams, and supporting new inspectors. Additionally, the role involves assisting in process analysis to enhance overall efficiency and quality.</p><h2>Responsibilities</h2><p>This person will perform a variety of inspection tasks on structural assemblies and subassemblies, ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive operations. Responsibilities include working from diagrams and drawings, verifying initial layouts, and using hand tools to ensure conformity to specifications. Conducts continuity checks on in-process and finished work, performs quality inspections on the production line per specifications, and follows FAA-approved procedures, OEM technical data, and work package instructions. Inspects completed work to identify rework needs, ensuring all repairs meet prescribed standards and tolerances before final sign-off. Completes documentation in compliance with internal quality processes and FAA guidelines.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Additional duties include reviewing assembly work for airworthiness certification, observing and auditing the airframe assembly team during bonds, taking pictures, tracking time, and ensuring real-time quality checks. The role requires a proactive approach to addressing inspection needs within Airframe Assembly.</p><ul> <li>Performs a variety of tasks ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive production assembly inspection operations on structural assemblies and subassemblies</li> <li>Works from diagrams and drawings, confirms initial layouts, and uses hand tools to check conformity to specification</li> <li>Makes continuity checks on work in process and finished work</li> <li>Conducts quality inspections on processing line in accordance with quality specifications</li> <li>Follows approved inspection procedures for component or aircraft structures, consulting internal procedures that have been FAA approved, original equipment manufacturers (OEM’s) technical data, and work package instructions</li> <li>Inspects completed work to identify any needed rework before signing off; ensures that repaired components meet prescribed standards and tolerances</li> <li>Completes work package documentation as required by internal quality process and FAA guidelines</li> <li>Review assembly work for final/in progress inspection and certification of airworthiness</li> <li>Observe the airframe assembly team during bonds, keep time, take pictures, and audit the bond in real-time</li> <li>Take initiative and be proactive about inspection needs within Airframe Assembly</li></ul><h2>Required</h2><ul> <li>High School Diploma or GED required.</li> <li>Minimum of 3 years of experience in aircraft assembly, mechanical assembly, and/or aircraft structures.</li> <li>Strong mechanical aptitude with proficiency in using precision instruments and hand tools for inspections.</li> <li>Familiarity with composite part fabrication and the ability to interpret work orders, blueprints, and specifications.</li> <li>Solid understanding of machines and tools, including their design, operation, maintenance, and repair.</li> <li>Proficiency in using air-powered hand tools and related equipment.</li> <li>Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and methods to optimize manufacturing and distribution efficiency.</li></ul><p><strong>Working Conditions/Environment/Special Requirements:</strong></p><ul> <li>Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including, OSHA, EPA, State and Federal regulations</li> <li>Ability to work flexible hours and different shifts if required</li></ul><h2>Desired</h2><ul> <li>Five plus years' experience with aircraft composite assembly, mechanical assembly, or aircraft structures.</li> <li>Experience with tech data, aircraft drawings, and manufacturing work instructions to perform inspections</li> <li>Familiar with paste/secondary bonded structure</li> <li>A&amp;P and mechanical experience a plus</li></ul><p>Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $30-$39/hour. The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>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.</p><h2>Additional Information</h2><p>Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</p>

Airframe Assembly Inspector III

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