Quality Inspector, Mechanical Assemblies

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.

Overview

Joby Aviation is seeking a highly organized, passionate individual to join our Quality Assurance team. As part of this team, you will perform in-process and final inspection of Mechanical Assemblies for VTOL electric aircraft. The inspection process will help baseline the company’s Mechanical design efforts and pave the way for production. 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. We are looking to expand this team with like-minded individuals looking to make a mark in the transportation industry. We are hiring for our Marina location.

Responsibilities

  • Mechanical Inspectors thoroughly inspect components and assemblies to ensure they meet specified dimensions, tolerances, and other requirements, using various inspection tools and techniques.
  • Ensure that all components and assemblies meet the highest quality standards and specifications
  • Document and relay nonconformance information following the MRB process
  • Participate in the planning and process for company inspection in support of the FAA conformity inspection and certification process.
  • Assist in the development of Quality Tools, including; inspection plans, work instructions, SOP, PFMEA, and training materials

Required

  • High school diploma or GED plus at least 2 years of on-the-job experience as a mechanical inspector in a related discipline
  • Proficient use of inspection tools (i.e., surface plate, thread gauges, pin gauges, micrometers, calipers, height master, and height gauge)
  • Working knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
  • Ability to read and interpret quality control specifications, blueprint drawings, and engineering specifications, including mechanical and electrical symbols and conventions, key, critical, major, and minor characteristics
  • Must know basic quality terms, definitions, and concepts
  • Must understand types of measurement, measurement terminology, and the different types of measurement scales
  • Must know the difference between accuracy and precision and be able to select the appropriate measuring tools and techniques
  • Must have basic calibration knowledge
  • Must be able to identify/recognize inspection errors and nonconformances and initiate corrective action
  • Must understand sample size requirements for lots and pulling random samples
  • Understanding different testing methods
  • Understand traceability (product, material, and calibration)
  • Ability to work within a team environment

Desired

  • General knowledge of ASME Y14.5M
  • Proficient use of Keyance, OMM, Faro Arm, and Romer Arm
  • Proficient with Polyworks and Control X Software
  • Inspection Certifications such as IPC-612, IPC-620 or ASQ CQI
  • Ability to program a Coordinate Measuring Machine
  • Knowledge of AS9102 First Article Inspection Requirement
  • Understanding basic statistical terms and techniques, how to plot data, and how to recognize out-of-control conditions
  • Ability to use inspection planning tools and perform a product audit; determine sample size for lots; pull random samples
  • Strong knowledge of basic mathematical operations and perform measurement conversions; be able to solve for x; add and subtract degrees, minutes, and seconds
  • ASQ Certified Quality Inspector Certificate

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $25.00-$35.70/hr. 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.

Additional Information

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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