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.

We are seeking a motivated individual with experience to join our to join our 2nd shift  team as an Autoclave Operator Technician. In this role, you will have the opportunity to further develop your skills in operating and monitoring autoclave equipment used in the curing of composite materials. Job duties include machine operations including proper loading and unloading of parts, setting up and adjusting process parameters, and closely monitoring the autoclave throughout the curing cycle.  This role is for experienced autoclave operators. 

• Assist in the loading and unloading of composite parts into the autoclave, ensuring proper positioning and securing for safe curing. 

• Monitor and record autoclave readings, including temperature, pressure, and cycle times, to ensure proper curing conditions are maintained. 

• Assist in conducting routine maintenance tasks on the autoclave equipment, including cleaning, calibration, and troubleshooting minor issues. 

• Follow standard operating procedures and safety guidelines to ensure a safe working environment. 

 

• HS Diploma or GED Equivalent.  
• Work Shift for this position is Monday- Friday 5:00pm-3:30am. 

• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with autoclave equipment in a manufacturing or composites industry setting. 

• Familiarity with autoclave operations, including loading/unloading, process parameter adjustment, and monitoring. 

• Basic understanding of composite materials and their curing requirements. 

• Ability to interpret technical specifications and follow written instructions. 

• Able to lift assemblies weighing up to 50 lbs. 

• Able to become certified to wear a respirator. 

• Have no known allergies to epoxies or other composites materials. 

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team. 

• Commitment to safety protocols and adherence to quality standards. 

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The target base pay for this position is $22-$30/hour. 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.