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Quality Engineer - Composites (2nd Shift)

XWING

Marina, CAFull-time$78–133K/yrPosted 7mo agoVerified open 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$78–133K/yr
Location
Marina, CA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

XWING is hiring a Quality Engineer - Composites (2nd Shift). Joby Aviation seeks a highly organized, passionate Quality Engineer to oversee quality aspects of flight and propulsion control systems for VTOL electric aircraft, supporting development, verification, and manufacturing while driving continuous improvement and ensuring compliance with ISO and regulatory standards.

Key focus areas include Support development, verification, and manufacture using APQP, continuous improvement, and SPC techniques, Perform design review activities and provide improvement recommendations, and Develop and manage data and metrics with visualization tools for product/process improvements.

Successful candidates bring Bachelor's Degree In Engineering, Technology, Or Related Field and 1 Year Experience In A Quality/Manufacturing Engineering Role. Important skills include Advanced Production Quality Planning, Continuous Improvement, Statistical Process Control, Design Review, Data Visualization Tools, and Product Quality Review. Preferred (not required): Aviation Industry Experience, Six Sigma Lean Manufacturing, Complex Geometric Dimensioning And Tolerancing, and AS9102 First Article Inspection Process.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Advanced Production Quality PlanningContinuous ImprovementStatistical Process ControlDesign ReviewData Visualization ToolsProduct Quality ReviewQuality Management System ReviewsISO9001AS9100Regulatory RequirementsRoot Cause AnalysisCorrective and Preventive ActionsRisk ManagementSupplier Quality Flow Down RequirementsVoice of the CustomerMaterial Review BoardEngineering Change Actions5SKaizenLean MethodsMistake-Proofing TechniquesMechanical SystemsInspection ProcessesIn-Process InspectionDimensional InspectionQuality PhilosophiesQuality PrinciplesQuality SystemsQuality MethodsQuality ToolsTS16949 Quality Management SystemInterpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsWriting SkillsAviation Industry ExperienceSix Sigma Lean ManufacturingComplex Geometric Dimensioning and TolerancingAS9102 First Article Inspection ProcessQuality Management System ReviewFAA Regulatory Requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Engineering, Technology, or Related Field1 Year Quality/Manufacturing Engineering ExperienceGreen Belt CertificationASQ Certified Quality Engineer

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

Full job description

Quality Engineer - Composites (2nd Shift) Job Locations US-CA-Marina ID 2026-4584 Category Quality Assurance Type Regular Full-Time Company 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. 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 Joby Aviation is seeking a highly organized, passionate individual to join our Quality Engineering team. As part of this team, you will oversee the quality aspects of flight and propulsion control systems for VTOL electric aircraft. This Quality Engineering position will help baseline the company’s design efforts and pave the way to production. 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

  • Support the development, verification, and manufacture of products using Advanced Production Quality Planning (APQP), Continuous Improvement, and Statistical Process Control techniques
  • Perform design review activities, including inspectability, consistency, adequacy, accuracy, and conformance to requirements, and provide recommendations for improvement
  • Develop and manage data and metrics using data visualization tools to report and provide information with recommendations for product/process improvements, and reduce the cost of poor quality
  • Perform product quality and quality management system reviews to assure compliance with drawings, work instructions, and internal ISO9001/AS9100 and regulatory requirements
  • Analyze product and process failures to ensure effective root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions internally
  • Understand risk and risk management as an essential part of the quality engineering work scope
  • Review, identify, implement, and maintain Supplier Quality flow down requirements and serve as Voice of the Customer for all Supplier quality-related activities, including root cause corrective action
  • Represent Quality on the Material Review Board (MRB) and Engineering Change Actions
  • Responsible for participating in continual improvement activities to enhance the quality system, such as 5S, Kaizen, lean methods, etc
  • Employs mistake-proofing techniques
  • Interface with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations to ensure transfer to Production of new products is in accordance with approved data
  • Responsible for performing job duties in a manner consistent with established Joby Policies and Procedures
  • Works under general direction. Independently determines and develops an approach to solutions. Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives
  • Review and accept internal and Supplier First Article Inspections
  • Frequent inter-organizational and outside company contacts Required Bachelor's degree in engineering, technology, or related field Minimum 1 year 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 Experience in the aviation industry Knowledge of FAA regulatory requirements 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 Additional Information Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $77,600 - $133,400 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.

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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