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Joby Aviation

Quality Inspector, Mechanical Assemblies

San Carlos, CA · Full-time · Posted Oct 28, 2024

Experience
2+ years; candidates with relevant Technical/Associate's degrees or A&P licenses may qualify with less experience.
Education
High School Diploma or GED; relevant Technical/Associate's degrees may qualify with less experience.

About the job

Performs hands-on receiving, in-process, and final inspections of aircraft parts and assemblies to verify conformity with engineering requirements and aerospace quality standards.

What you'll do

  • Inspect parts and assemblies using engineering drawings, specifications, CAD models, work instructions, and precision measuring tools.
  • Document and segregate nonconforming materials, support MRB and root-cause investigations, and maintain inspection and traceability records.
  • Collaborate with Production and Quality Engineering teams to support safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.

What they ask for

  • High School Diploma or GED and 2+ years of hands-on production quality inspection experience; relevant Technical/Associate's degrees or A&P licenses may qualify with less experience.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and work instructions; strong understanding of GD&T.
  • Proficiency with standard precision measuring equipment and hand tools.
  • Strong computer skills for ERP/MES systems and inspection documentation.

Nice to have

  • Experience in regulated manufacturing such as Aerospace, Aviation, Defense, or Medical Device; knowledge of FAA Part 21 or Part 145 and AS9100 / ISO 9001.
  • Experience with AS9102 First Article Inspections (FAI) or an active FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license.

Pay

$25 - $35 per hour (USD; base pay)

Tools

CAD, ERP/MES systems, calipers, micrometers, height gauges, pins, thread gauges, GD&T

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