Located in Northern California, the team at Joby Aviation is driven by our goal of creating an affordable, all-electric air transportation system. 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 onwards toward certifying the Joby aircraft with the Federal Aviation Administration, scaling our manufacturing, and preparing to launch commercial service in 2025.

Joby Aviation is seeking an experienced General Manager to join our Manufacturing team in Dayton, Ohio (JMO - Joby Manufacturing Ohio). This individual’s role will include managing a team producing complex Additive, Subtractive and Resin Transfer Molded aircraft parts and assemblies from raw stock to finished parts as well as the associated support teams along the manufacturing chain. A willing and “whatever it takes” attitude is very important for this position and goes a long way when thinking through a variety of solutions to setting the shop up and completing jobs on time due to the fast pace of parts flowing through the shop. This position is hands-on, and we aim to attract, retain, develop and motivate talent that possess the skills and leadership necessary to grow our team. 

• Establish and manage team who develops and operates Additive, Subtractive and Resin Transfer Molded technologies to create complex aircraft components from raw stock to finished part 
• Provide leadership and direction to the manufacturing teams for each area as well as overseeing daily operations of the entire production process chain 
• Manage team of engineers and technicians to provide solutions, feedback or alternative approaches to solve technical manufacturing problems with design and manufacturability of metallic and composite components 
• Prepare the required schedule to set up the facility and corresponding manufacturing areas including cost estimates for scale up  
• Determine the best facility setup, equipment layout/purchase strategy, process flow for operations from inventory to finished good  
• Select, procure, and organize appropriate tooling, lab equipment, lab furniture, and general bring-up supplies for each area with input from existing and new team member  

• Bachelor’s degree, Associate degree or equivalent years of experience 
• 5+ years of experience in Medical or Aerospace in either Additive, Subtractive, or Composite Manufacturing fields 
• 10+ years of experience in Fabrication or Manufacturing  
• 5+ years leading a team in a manufacturing environment, including training staff 
• Advanced knowledge in QC inspection processes and Quality Management in a regulated work environment 
• Ability to perform complex set-up and fabrication of machined parts with no direction  
• Experience in developing and maintaining a Quality Management System 
• Advanced computer skills and familiarity with ERP and shopfloor IT systems. 
• Skills to maintain the flow of work within the unit using independent judgment in solving complex or unusual problems 
• Strong interpersonal skills and written communication skills to interface with employees, management and customers/outside representatives 
• Demonstrate continuous improvement of a well-organized and safe environment for all workspaces. 
• Ability to work overtime as business conditions dictate 
• Able to lift up to 35 lbs 
• Ability to make multiple domestic and/or international trips during the first 6 months of employment 

• Experience setting up and producing Additive parts – both single and multi laser 
• 5 axis CNC mill and lathe expertise 
• Experience in Composite Manufacturing – Resin Transfer Molding preferred 
• Startup experience or similar 

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.

 

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.