Aircraft Inspection Supervisor

Marina, California, United States$90,100 - $133,300

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. 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 an Aircraft Inspection Supervisor, that is highly organized, passionate individual to join our quality assurance team. As the Supervisor, you will provide necessary leadership and training to the Quality Aircraft Inspection Team. 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.

Reporting to the Senior Manager Quality Control, you will provide necessary leadership and training to the Quality Aircraft Inspection Team. The position will coordinate inspection tasks to meet the company's schedule requirements for both Development and Production.

Responsibilities

Supervise Quality Aircraft Inspection Team Members, and will be responsible for the overall operations in the area
Lead improvement activities for quality, delivery, cost, and safety objectives and will support continuous improvement through Kaizen
Review and/or prepare standardized work procedures and facilitate effective communication of procedures to affected areas
Develop training documents and facilitate training; assist in troubleshooting quality issues
Must be able to manage manpower, including time clock management of hourly employees and the ability to control overtime
Must be able to successfully lead and function within a team environment and be able to adapt to change
Responsible for 5S activities for the assigned area
Monitor performance and provide feedback
Support company policies and procedures and administer requirements fairly and consistently
Must ensure compliance with the Joby Production System procedures and train and develop Joby Quality Inspectors members on proper procedures
Facilitate good communications between Production, Engineering, and other departments as necessary to establish expectations and problem resolutions
Must be able to coordinate multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
Receptive of training and performing functions in multiple areas
Responsible for implementing and following up of countermeasure activities related to Production and other Operational issues
Must be willing to travel between Joby facilities
Maintain safety and address concerns immediately
Must ensure that all safety procedures and practices are implemented and followed
Must complete all necessary reporting and required paperwork assigned by the Senior Manager, Quality Control
Recognize and define problems, collect data, and develop conclusions
Communicate effectively with others using both oral and written communication skills

Required

FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) certificate
Must have supervisory knowledge in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the aviation industry, or have proven ability to lead people
Must display leadership ability, be able to influence others to perform their jobs effectively, and to be responsible for making decisions
Responsible for direct supervisory duties affecting hourly associates
Knowledge of quality systems, gauging, and close tolerance measurement
Ability to read and follow work instructions, procedures, and policies
General understanding and interpretation of blueprints is required (including tolerance requirements, key and critical characteristics)
General understanding of quality assurance system
Solid problem-solving skills using a variety of root cause tools
Strong analytical skills (ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem)
Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
Must demonstrate initiative (ability to make decisions or take actions to solve a problem or reach a goal
Ability to train others
Ability to use general inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, hole gages, rulers, etc.)
Able to adapt to change in the workplace and demonstrate flexibility with new ideas and different environments
Positive attitude to support company policies and must be able to maintain a high-morale environment
Must be energetic (ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work)
Must display honesty/integrity (ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace)
Must be organized or follow a systematic method of performing a task
Must be able to work under pressure (ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations)
Minimum High School diploma with 10 years in a quality inspection role and an additional 5 years in a leadership/supervisory role

Desired

• Three (3) years' experience with aircraft assembly, mechanical assembly, or aircraft structures as well as being able to use all tech data and aircraft drawings, and manufacturing work instructions to perform inspections• Familiar with paste/secondary bonded structure• FAA Inspection Authorization (IA) rating a plus

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $90,100 - $133,300 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.