Nondestructive Test (NDT) Computed Tomography (CT) Level II inspector

Joby Aviation

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Marina, California

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CONTRACTOR

Updated 09/09/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

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 an Nondestructive Test (NDT) Ultrasonic Test (UT) Level II inspector. As we are building and certifying an advanced composite airframe that also includes additively manufactured parts, this position is responsible for inspecting carbon composite, bonded structures, metallics, and other advanced structures using ultrasonic, digital radiography, liquid penetrant, or other state-of-the-art methods. This is an opportunity to participate in developing a complete system, including influencing structural design, fabrication methods, and operational support of a new aircraft. Hands-on experience and a "get it done" attitude are very important for this position. This position is rewarding, as the engineer will promptly see their ideas grow from concept to creation due to the fast pace of Joby Aviation.

Responsibilities

Perform inspections to in accordance with written procedures/instruction.

Assist CT Level III in developing techniques.

Collaborate, as a team member, to solve problems that enable unprecedented use of complex composite, 3D metallic and polymer printed structures.

Assist in developing and implementing additional inspection procedures and equipment.

Manage system of data analysis, interpretation, validation, and documentation for composite parts and assemblies.

Work with the design engineering, testing, and QA teams to create robust inspection processes that have the right level of resolution for the application, acceptable process throughput, and can be accomplished consistently by the QA department in serial production.

Assist in sourcing inspection equipment and work with suppliers to build inspection capability needed to support aggressive production rates.

Implement business processes to integrate QA data with the PLM/MES systems to capture inspection results and test reports against design data.

Required

Previous CT Level II certification, meeting NAS 410 requirements.

High School diploma (or GED) plus Minimum 2+ years of experience in a CT Nondestructive testing method.

Understanding of composite or metallic processing defects.

Desire to implement a holistic system to characterize manufacturing process outcome to create safe, economical aircraft structures at high production rates.

Desired

Bachelor of Science degree in technology or engineering discipline

4+ years of experience in applying non-destructive inspection and testing practices.

Compensation at Joby is a combination of base pay and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs). The target base pay for this position is $33- $47 per 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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