Composite Materials & Process Engineering Technician

Overview

Working as a Composite M&P Engineering Technician at our Dayton, Ohio facility (JMO), you will support propeller blade process development activities leading to the certification and production of eVTOL aircraft. The role requires hands-on composite fabrication experience and a strong desire to work directly on the shop floor.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize composite manufacturing processes for propeller blade fabrication, including dry fiber layup, resin transfer molding (RTM), vacuum bagging, curing, demolding, and post-cure operations
• Support RTM process development using injection equipment, including resin system evaluation, injection parameter development, and mold fill studies
• Perform hands-on composite fabrication in the blade development cell, working alongside production technicians
• Fabricate batch acceptance test panels in support of material qualification and process validation activities
• Develop and maintain SOPs, Manufacturing Work Instructions (MWIs), and process specifications for blade manufacturing operations
• Interpret and work with engineering drawings, work instructions, and process specifications for composite laminate and bonded structures
• Record and analyze process data; document and communicate non-conformances and support root cause and corrective action (RCCA) activities
• Prepare and maintain molds, tooling, and fixtures associated with blade fabrication and development operations
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace, following all Joby safety procedures and OSHA regulations

Requirements

• Minimum 6+ years of relevant hands-on industry experience
• Demonstrated hands-on composite fabrication experience
• Familiarity with composite manufacturing processes such as dry fiber layup, prepreg layup, vacuum bagging, resin infusion, or RTM
• Strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills with a commitment to workmanship quality
• Problem-solving mindset with a willingness to work on the shop floor and collaborate effectively with technicians and engineers
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and general computer skills

Desired

• B.S. in Aerospace, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering discipline
• Experience with RTM or liquid composite molding processes, specifically injection-based systems
• Experience with laser projection systems for composite layup (e.g., Virtek, Aligned Vision)
• Familiarity with propeller or rotating composite structure fabrication and metal-to-composite bonding
• Experience developing or following aerospace process specifications and work instructions
• Familiarity with aerospace quality systems, NCR processes, and FAA-regulated manufacturing environments
• Experience with ERP/MES systems for production tracking (e.g., ION)
• Proficiency in 3DEXPERIENCE CATIA (3DX) or SolidWorks (Engineer track)

Additional Information

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $35-42/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. Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.