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Quality Inspector, Dimensional

XWING

XWING

Quality Assurance
Marina, CA, USA
USD 25-35.7 / hour + Equity
Posted on Jan 30, 2026

Quality Inspector, Dimensional

Job Locations US-CA-Marina
ID
2026-4618
Category
Quality Assurance
Type
Regular Full-Time

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 a highly organized, passionate individual to join our quality assurance team. As part of this team, you will perform dimensional inspections on aircraft parts and assemblies throughout various phases of production. 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. This position is located at our Marina, CA location.

Responsibilities

  • Perform dimensional inspections on parts and assemblies
  • Perform in-process inspection during composite part build up
  • Perform dimensional inspection on aircraft during assembly
  • Utilize a variety of high precision metrology equipment, including bridge CMM, portable CMM, laser tracker, laser scanner, calipers, micrometers, and more.
  • Accurately report inspection results utilizing Polyworks inspection software
  • Perform ad hoc part and process inspections
  • Document and relay nonconformance information
  • Conduct first article inspection and generate first article inspection reports in compliance with SAE AS9102 (as required)
  • Help drive continuous improvement of the inspection process through 5S and Kaizen

Required

  • High-school diploma or GED plus one (1) year of on-the-job experience in quality inspection or a related discipline
  • Ability to easily understand and use computers and a variety of software
  • Experience in the use of inspection tools or machinery (i.e. surface plate, thread gauges, pin gauges, micrometers, calipers, height master and height gauge, Jo-Blocks, impression molds)
  • Understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), and the x, y, z coordinate system
  • Knowledge of basic quality terms, definitions, and concepts
  • Familiar with reading and interpreting blueprints and identifying critical, major, and minor characteristics
  • Must understand types of measurement, measurement terminology and the different types of measurement scales
  • Must know the difference between accuracy and precision and be able to select the appropriate measuring tools and techniques
  • Must be able to identify/recognize inspection errors and nonconformances and initiate corrective action
  • Understanding different testing methods
  • Understand traceability (product, material and calibration)
  • Ability to work within a team environment

Desired

  • General knowledge of ASME Y14.5M
  • Proficient in understanding of GD&T
  • Proficient in the use of Laser Tracker, Faro Arm and/or Bridge CMM
  • Proficient with Polyworks Inspector Software
  • Working experience in an advanced or aerospace manufacturing environment
  • Ability to program a Coordinate Measuring Machine
  • Knowledge of AS9102 First Article Inspection Requirement
  • Understanding basic statistical terms and techniques, how to plot data and how to recognize out-of-control conditions
  • Strong knowledge of mathematical operations and perform measurement conversions; be able to solve for x; add and subtract degrees, minutes, and seconds.
  • ASQ Certified Quality Inspector Certificate
  • Experienced in tooling setups

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $25.00-$35.70/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.

Additional Information

Joby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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