Joby Aviation · 12 hours ago
Composite Manufacturing Internship
Marina, CA, US
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$22/hr - $31/hrJoby Aviation is a pioneering company working towards the certification of their aircraft with the FAA. They are seeking a motivated Composite Manufacturing Engineering Intern to gain hands-on experience in designing, developing, and optimizing composite manufacturing processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
AerospaceAir TransportationElectric VehicleTransportation
Responsibilities
Assist in creating and updating manufacturing documentation, including work instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for composite layup and assembly
Provide technical support to production personnel on the shop floor to ensure the correct execution of manufacturing processes
Assist in the design and prototyping of shop aids and simple tooling to improve production efficiency
Support lean manufacturing initiatives by collecting data on cycle times and identifying opportunities to reduce scrap and rework
Assist engineers in investigating non-conforming parts and identifying root causes for manufacturing issues
Work with design and R&D teams to provide feedback on Design for Manufacturing (DFM) for new composite components
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled in a B.S. or M.S. program in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field
Heading into junior or senior year of undergraduate degree or above
Strong interest in composite materials and aerospace manufacturing
Familiarity with 3D CAD software (Solidworks, NX, or CATIA)
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and Bill of Materials (BOMs)
Excellent problem-solving skills and a 'hands-on' mindset
Strong verbal and written communication skills for authoring technical instructions
Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a manufacturing environment
Preferred
Hands-on experience with composite materials (hand layup, vacuum bagging, or autoclave curing) through university projects or prior internships
Experience with laser projection systems or composite cutting tables
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles (5S, Kaizen)
Previous experience in a prototype or professional manufacturing environment
Benefits
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
Company
Joby Aviation
Joby Aviation is an aerospace transportation company developing electric aircrafts.
Founded in 2009
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4.2BKey Investors
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2026-01-29Post Ipo Equity· $576M
2026-01-29Post Ipo Debt· $600M
2025-10-07Post Ipo Equity· $591M
Leadership Team
Eric Allison
Chief Product Officer
Gregory Bowles
Chief Policy Officer
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