Sr. Cnc Prototype Machinist

Joby Aviation Joby Aviation · Robotics · Santa Cruz, CA · R&D Machine Shop

Joby Aviation is seeking an experienced CNC Prototype Machinist to join their subtractive prototyping team. The role involves setting up, operating, and programming CNC machines, creating fixtures, jigs, test articles, and flight components. Responsibilities include managing the entire CNC operation process, collaborating with engineers and technicians, and ensuring quality and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

What you'd actually do

  1. Set up, and operate both 3 axis, 5 axis mills and lathes to create complex aircraft components, fixtures, and tooling, from rough stock to finished part.
  2. Determine the best setup, machining strategy, order of operations, tool selection, speed/feed parameters for each project.
  3. Ability to evaluate new tools and dial in speeds and feeds based on machine limitations, material types and tool library.
  4. Ability to shift between jobs when priorities change and communicating with co-workers.
  5. Collaborate with engineers, QC technicians and programmers to provide solutions, feedback or alternative approaches to solve technical manufacturing problems with design and manufacturability of tools and components.

Skills

Required

  • HS Diploma or GED equivalent
  • 10 + years of Machining experience.
  • 5+ years of CNC programming.
  • 3+ years Machining experience.
  • Operate manual lathe and mill.
  • Knowledge of CNC Probing routines.
  • Ability to operate, program and setup CNC 3 axis and 5 axis Mill.
  • Basic machine edits, knowledge of G&M codes.
  • Design and build shop fixtures and tools.
  • Advanced understanding of GD&T and blueprint reading.
  • Proficient with use of common shop measuring tools.
  • Excellent documentation and written communication.
  • Familiarity with 5S, or similar workplace organization methods.
  • Flexibility to work in a fast-growing environment with aggressive timelines.
  • Maintenance of machines and other equipment.
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs unaided.
  • Willingness to train other team members.

Nice to have

  • Full 5 Axis Machining experience.
  • Ability to operate, program and setup CNC Lathe with live tooling.
  • Knowledge of Haas and Fanuc controls.
  • Fusion360, Powermill, Solidworks, SolidCAM or other CAD/CAM experience.
  • Basic Jira, SharePoint and Microsoft D365 experience.
  • Forklift experience.

What the JD emphasized

  • 10 + years of Machining experience.
  • 5+ years of CNC programming.
  • 3+ years Machining experience.