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Joby Aviation · 2 hours ago

Quality Inspector, Mechanical Assemblies

Joby Aviation is a company focused on making air taxis a reality. They are seeking a highly organized individual to join their Quality Assurance team to perform inspections of Mechanical Assemblies for VTOL electric aircraft.

AerospaceAir TransportationElectric VehicleTransportation
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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

Qualification

Mechanical InspectionInspection Tools ProficiencyGeometric DimensioningTolerancingQuality Control SpecificationsCalibration KnowledgeInspection CertificationsBasic Statistical TechniquesMathematical OperationsTeam Collaboration

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

Preferred

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

Benefits

Paid time off
Healthcare benefits
401(k) plan with a company match
Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Life insurance
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Company

Joby Aviation

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Joby Aviation is an aerospace transportation company developing electric aircrafts.

H1B Sponsorship

Joby Aviation has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2022 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$3.02B
Key Investors
Toyota MotorGovernor’s Office of Business & Economic DevelopmentBaillie Gifford
2025-10-07Post Ipo Equity· $591M
2025-05-27Post Ipo Equity· $250M
2024-10-24Post Ipo Equity· $202M

Leadership Team

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Eric Allison
Chief Product Officer
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Gregory Bowles
Head of Government Affairs
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