<h2>Company Overview</h2><p>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. At Joby, we've been working to make that dream a reality since 2009 and we're now in the final stages of certifying our aircraft with the FAA. With plans to launch our aircraft in the US and Dubai, we're now scaling manufacturing and preparing for the launch of our commercial service.</p><h2>Overview</h2><p>We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Production Technician to join our team, focusing on the production of high-performance aircraft propeller blades. <strong>This role requires extensive composite experience for both R&amp;D and production parts while working closely with both engineering and manufacturing teams.</strong> The Joby Aviation team is looking to add good people with great skills to our already dynamic team.</p><p> </p><p>The ideal candidate will possess the ability to work with little to no supervision.</p><h2>Responsibilities</h2><ul> <li>Strong attention to detail and precision in work.</li> <li>Ability to follow instructions and interpret technical specifications.</li> <li>Strong understanding of composite materials and their handling.</li> <li>Manual dexterity and ability to use hand tools effectively.</li> <li>Commitment to safety protocols and the ability to work in a safe manner.</li> <li>Effective communication skills and the ability to work well within a team.</li> <li>Basic computer skills for documentation and record-keeping purposes.</li> <li>Perform layup and infusion of carbon fiber composite parts using RTM process (Resin Transfer Molding).</li> <li>Perform material kitting/ply cutting using CNC controlled equipment.</li> <li>Perform tooling preparation work, cleaning, sealing, and applying release agents.</li> <li>Perform Demold, deflash, and trimming of formed carbon fiber parts.</li> <li>Perform secondary bonding operations of cured composite and metallic components using paste adhesives.</li> <li>Support resolution of tooling and equipment issues to reduce downtime and maintain production quality.<strong> </strong></li> <li>Assisting in developing new manufacturing processes and technology.</li> <li>Work closely with manufacturing engineering to refine and validate processes to improve quality, productivity, and efficiency.</li></ul><h2>Required</h2><ul> <li>High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.</li> <li>Minimum 1-2 years in relevant industry.</li> <li>Perform tooling prep work and hand lay-up of dry or prepreg materials.</li> <li>Cutting and trimming of composite parts within close tolerances using hand tools i.e., hand router, hand drill, hand sander.</li> <li>Knowledge of basic inspection equipment.</li> <li>Structural bond and fastening of composite assemblies, including surface preparation for bonding.</li> <li>Able to lift assemblies weighing up to 50 lbs.</li> <li>Able to become certified to wear a respirator.</li> <li>Perform all tasks in a safe and responsible manner.</li> <li>Maintain work area in a neat, orderly, and organized manner.</li> <li>Have no known allergies to epoxies or other composites materials.</li> <li>Must be able to verbally communicate, read and comprehend written and verbal instructions, detailed blueprints and other similar authorized drawings and documents, and be capable of doing basic mathematical calculations.</li> <li>Oven, autoclave, laser projection, and automated ply cutting equipment operator experience a plus, but not required.</li></ul><h2>Desired</h2><ul> <li>Strong project management experience </li> <li>Experience working with 3DExperience, Catia V5/V6, Delmia, and Enovia. </li> <li>Experience with laser projection systems (Virtek or Aligned Vision). </li> <li>Experience with composite cutting tables (Gerber, Zund, Eastman, etc.). </li> <li>Certifications in Lean Six Sigma (e.g., Green Belt or Black Belt). </li> <li>Experience with automation technologies in composite manufacturing. </li></ul>Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $16.00 - $26.25 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.<h2>Additional Information</h2><p><strong>Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer</strong></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.

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