Airframe Assembly Technician

Front Door Defense; California (MO); On-site; USD 35,817 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

RSUs

401(k) plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Joby is seeking an Airframe Assembly Technician to perform a variety of assembly operations on structural components and subassemblies. You will read blueprints, use precision tools, and conduct quality inspections to ensure FAA‑compliant airworthiness.

The role involves working from diagrams, assembling with jigs, and following OEM data and FAA guidelines. Experience with aircraft composites, drilling, riveting, and using air tools is important.

Qualifications

• High School or GED.
• Must be able to be certified to wear a respirator.
• Proficient in drilling, riveting, installation of related hardware, usage of precision instruments and utilization of hand tools to perform these tasks
• Familiar with fabrication of composite parts
• Reads work orders, blueprints, and specifications
• Familiar with paste/secondary bonded structure
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Be proficient in the usage of air powered hand tools and related equipment
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of tasks ranging from repetitive to non‑repetitive production assembly operations on structural assemblies and subassemblies
• Works from diagrams and drawings, makes initial layouts, and uses hand and/or power tools, jigs, and saws
• Makes continuity checks on work in process and completed
• May conduct quality inspections on processing line in accordance with quality specifications
• May disassemble, modify, rework, reassemble, and test experimental or prototype assemblies and subassemblies according to specifications and under simulated conditions
• Follows approved assembly 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
• Positions and aligns subassemblies in jigs or fixtures, using measuring instruments, following blueprint lines and index points
• Inspects completed work to identify any needed rework before signing off; ensures that repaired components meet prescribed standards and tolerances
• Performs serviceability tests as required, utilizing test equipment specified in technical manuals
• Completes work package documentation as required by internal quality process and FAA guidelines
• Submits completed work to Quality Assurance for final/in progress inspection and certification of airworthiness

Skills

Drilling

Riveting

Blueprint reading

Precision tools

Composite knowledge

Quality control

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Measuring instruments

Test equipment

Job description

Airframe Assembly Technician

Oversee and perform airframe assembly tasks ensuring FAA‑compliant airworthiness certification

Location: Marina, California, United States

Compensation: $26 - 38 USD / hour

Job Tags: Hardware

About The Role

Joby Airframe Assembly Technician

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

The Airframe Assembly Technician performs a variety of tasks ranging from repetitive to non‑repetitive production assembly operations. Analyzes processes and process improvement. May be responsible for distributing activities and goals, coordinate and guide technical support groups. Assist with new operators, as well as assist in processes analysis.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of tasks ranging from repetitive to non‑repetitive production assembly operations on structural assemblies and subassemblies
• Works from diagrams and drawings, makes initial layouts, and uses hand and/or power tools, jigs, and saws
• Makes continuity checks on work in process and completed
• May conduct quality inspections on processing line in accordance with quality specifications
• May disassemble, modify, rework, reassemble, and test experimental or prototype assemblies and subassemblies according to specifications and under simulated conditions
• Follows approved assembly 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
• Positions and aligns subassemblies in jigs or fixtures, using measuring instruments, following blueprint lines and index points
• Inspects completed work to identify any needed rework before signing off; ensures that repaired components meet prescribed standards and tolerances
• Performs serviceability tests as required, utilizing test equipment specified in technical manuals
• Completes work package documentation as required by internal quality process and FAA guidelines
• Submits completed work to Quality Assurance for final/in progress inspection and certification of airworthiness

Required

• High School or GED
• Must be able to be certified to wear a respirator.
• Proficient in drilling, riveting, installation of related hardware, usage of precision instruments and utilization of hand tools to perform these tasks
• Familiar with fabrication of composite parts
• Reads work orders, blueprints, and specifications
• Familiar with paste/secondary bonded structure
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
• Be proficient in the usage of air powered hand tools and related equipment
• Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods

Desired

• A minimum of three (3) years' experience with aircraft composite assembly, mechanical assembly, or aircraft structures as well as able to use all tech data and aircraft drawings, and manufacturing work instructions to perform operations
• A&P and mechanical experience a plus

Working Conditions / Environment/ Special Requirements:

• Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including, OSHA, EPA, State and Federal regulations
• Ability to work flexible hours and different shifts if required

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $26-$38/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.

Additional Information

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.