Hybrid Quality Engineer at Joby Aviation

Joby Overview: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. Since 2009, our team has worked steadily to make this dream a reality. We’ve designed and tested many generations of prototype aircraft capable of serving in a network of electric air taxis. We’re looking for talented, committed individuals to join our team as we push onward toward certifying the Joby aircraft, scaling our manufacturing, and launching our initial commercial service.Overview:

Joby Aviation is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Quality Engineer to support FAA regulatory compliance by compiling and presenting conformity inspection data packages to FAA Designated Airworthiness Representatives (DARs). This role is critical in ensuring that articles conform to approved design data in accordance with 14 CFR § 21.33 and FAA Order 8110.4C – Type Certification. 

 

The successful candidate will work cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams in a dynamic, fast-paced environment focused on innovation in the aerospace and advanced air mobility sectors. 

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and present FAA Conformity Packages for candidate parts, assemblies, and aircraft to FAA DARs in support of certification and compliance efforts.
• Review dimensional inspection reports, test data, Certificates of Conformance (CofCs), and material certifications to verify compliance with engineering design requirements and drawing specifications.
• Generate, complete, and maintain FAA Form 8130-9 – Statement of Conformity, ensuring data integrity, accuracy, and traceability.
• Validate conformance to test plans, engineering specifications, and drawing requirements for each conformity article.
• Ensure that tools and equipment used in conformity-related activities are properly calibrated and that records are maintained in accordance with internal standards.
• Confirm that equipment qualification is supported with objective evidence, in alignment with conformity checklists or control plans.
• Verify that Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) are fully implemented and that affected parts reflect the correct part number, revision, and associated approvals.
• Conduct technical record audits to support airworthiness determinations of aircraft, articles, and components.
• Participate in internal audits, conformity readiness reviews, and drive continuous improvement of conformity-related processes and procedures.

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, technology, orrelated field OR in lieu of a degree, 4 years minimum experience working as an engineer in relevant field
• Minimum 2 years experience in a Quality/Manufacturing Engineering role supporting a manufacturing environment
• Understanding of mechanical systems and inspection processes including in-process inspection and dimensional inspection
• Fundamental understanding of quality philosophies, principles, systems, methods, and tools
• Understanding of ISO9001, AS9100 or TS16949 Quality Management System
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills including writing skills

Desired:

• Knowledge of FAA regulatory requirements
• Minimum 2 years experience in aerospace/aviation 
• Six Sigma Lean Manufacturing and Green Belt certification
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer
• Familiarity with complex Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
• Knowledge of AS9102 first article inspection process
• The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with First Article Inspections (FAI) per AS9102, quality systems auditing, and direct interaction with the FAA or its delegates.

 

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $100,100 - $161,300 per year. 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.

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