Mechanical Drafter

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. Weve designed and tested many generations of prototype aircraft capable of serving in a network of electric air taxis. Were 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 a passionate Mechanical Drafter to join our Systems Electronics team. This role will work primarily on developing, refining and maintaining CAD and other models for the one of the most complex mechanical assemblies in the entire aircraft. The system electronics include the onboard computers, flight console, and aircraft controls. This candidate will participate in product development from concept phase through production and beyond.

• Create mechanical drawings for aircraft production parts
• Work with engineers to clearly document mechanical part definition including dimensions, tolerances, and drawing notes
• Conform drawings to industry and internal standards
• Aide in facilitating engineering change actions
• Work in a PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) software environment (3DX / Catia)

• HS Diploma or GED
• Working experience (internships included) in relevant industry
• Expertise in complex assembly and part modeling in Dassault CATIA v6
• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
• Proficiency in Familiar with BOM structuring, Engineering Change Process Management in ENOVIA
• Highly proactive attitude with the ability to manage multiple assignments
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced dynamic environment

• BS in related discipline
• 2+ years of working experience in relevant industry
• Ability to teach CATIA and GD&T skills to other team members
• Hands-on experience working within aircraft certification program
• Hands-on experience in designing and carrying out related tests for both model correlation and design validation
• Hands-on experience in material tests for generating material model input
• Experience in vibrational and fatigue analysis
• Experience in FE application in reliability (stress-strength, structural life prediction, etc.)
• Excellent understanding of FAR Part 23 and 27 regulations

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $67,000 - $109,300/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.