Production Technician
Joby Aviation · Dayton, OH
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Production
- Certification
- Black Belt preferred
- Industry
- Aerospace & defense
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level production role at Joby Aviation (aerospace & defense) in Dayton, OH.
- They ask for
- Black Belt preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, Black Belt, Green Belt, Automation, CNC
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $60k–$92k.
Median of the low and high ends of 77 live postings that list pay, out of 1240 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 101 other live production postings in Ohio.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $75k–$97k, from 14 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 88%
- ✓ Lean 39%
- EHS / safety 24%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Black Belt, Green Belt, Automation, CNC, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Joby Aviation in Dayton
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Full description from Joby AviationAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Strong attention to detail and precision in work
- ◆Ability to follow instructions and interpret technical specifications
- ◆Strong understanding of composite materials and their handling
- ◆Manual dexterity and ability to use hand tools effectively
- ◆Commitment to safety protocols and the ability to work in a safe manner
- ◆Effective communication skills and the ability to work well within a team
- ◆Basic computer skills for documentation and record-keeping purposes
- ◆Perform layup and infusion of carbon fiber composite parts using RTM process (Resin Transfer Molding)
- ◆Perform material kitting/ply cutting using CNC controlled equipment
- ◆Perform tooling preparation work, cleaning, sealing, and applying release agents
- ◆Perform Demold, deflash, and trimming of formed carbon fiber parts
- ◆Perform secondary bonding operations of cured composite and metallic components using paste adhesives
- ◆Support resolution of tooling and equipment issues to reduce downtime and maintain production quality
- ◆Assisting in developing new manufacturing processes and technology
- ◆Work closely with manufacturing engineering to refine and validate processes to improve quality, productivity, and efficiency
Required
- ✓High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
- ✓Minimum of one year relevant industry experience
- ✓Perform tooling prep work and hand lay-up of dry or prepreg materials
- ✓Cutting and trimming of composite parts within close tolerances using hand tools ie. hand router, hand drill, hand sander
- ✓Knowledge of basic inspection equipment
- ✓Structural bond and fastening of composite assemblies, including surface preparation for bonding
- ✓Able to lift assemblies weighing up to 50 lbs
- ✓Able to become certified to wear a respirator
- ✓Perform all tasks in a safe and responsible manner
- ✓Maintain work area in a neat, orderly, and organized manner
- ✓Have no known allergies to epoxies or other composite materials
- ✓Must be able to verbally communicate, read and comprehend written and verbal instructions, detailed blueprints and other similar authorized drawings and documents, and be capable of doing basic mathematical calculations
- ✓Oven, autoclave, laser projection, and automated ply cutting equipment operator experience a plus, but not required
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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. At Joby, we've been working to make that dream a reality since 2009 and we're now in the final stages of certifying our aircraft with the FAA. With plans to launch our aircraft in the US and Dubai, we're now scaling manufacturing and preparing for the launch of our commercial service.
Overview
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Production Technician to join our team, focusing on the production of high-performance aircraft propeller blades. This role requires extensive composite experience for both R&D and production parts while working closely with both engineering and manufacturing teams. The Joby Aviation team is looking to add good people with great skills to our already dynamic team.
The ideal candidate will possess the ability to work with little to no supervision.
Desired
- +Strong project management experience
- +Experience working with 3DExperience, Catia V5/V6, Delmia, and Enovia
- +Experience with laser projection systems (Virtek or Aligned Vision)
- +Experience with composite cutting tables (Gerber, Zund, Eastman, etc.)
- +Certifications in Lean Six Sigma (e.g., Green Belt or Black Belt)
- +Experience with automation technologies in composite manufacturing
Additional Information