Integration & Test Technician

About the role

Joby Aviation is seeking a highly organized, passionate individual to join our Advanced Development Team. As part of this team, you will help in the integration of flight-critical components and sub-systems for conventional aircraft. The Joby Aviation team is made up of extremely talented, hardworking, proactive, and hands-on individuals, operating in a very fast-paced and rewarding environment. We are looking to expand this team with like-minded individuals looking to make a mark in the transportation industry.

Responsibilities

• Implement key ideas and process improvements that drive company growth
• Creative problem-solving and passion for mastering new technologies
• Work closely with engineering to build electrical assemblies and integrate hardware installations in support of rapid aircraft development
• Prepare aircraft electrical and wire harness subassembly kits
• Manufacture complex wire harnesses and custom electrical assemblies
• Maintain accurate historical data and record-keeping for aircraft health and repairs
• Perform systems checkout and debugging to bring sub-systems to an operational status while strictly adhering to best practices and proper documentation
• Ensure parts availability for repairs and maintain an organized electrical shop
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to secure repair slots and optimize repair time
• Support aircraft mechanics during in-aircraft wire harness installation

Requirements

• 5 years of experience in harness fabrication or related electronics manufacturing
• Strong work ethic and team-oriented attitude
• Excellent problem-solving techniques and analytical ability
• Familiarity with serial and differential communication protocols
• Familiarity with standards IPC-A-610, IPC-A-620, AS50881
• Experience using word processing and spreadsheet applications
• Proficiency with soldering of electronics, wiring harness manufacture, and overall electrical craftsmanship

Qualifications

• Associates, technical degree, or Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) rating

Skills

• Experience with component assembly and systems integration of aircraft flight hardware (desired)
• Experience with wiring and interface with DAQs (data acquisition modules) (desired)
• Experience with installing sensors (strain gauges, accelerometers, thermistors) (desired)
• Experience with computer networks and Linux computers (desired)

Pay

The target base pay for this position is $39–$47/hr. Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The compensation package will be determined by job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including 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