Sr. CNC Programmer - 2nd shift
Listed on 2026-09-12
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Manufacturing / Production
CNC Machinist, Manufacturing Engineer
Overview
Joby Aviation is seeking a highly experienced and talented individual to improve and optimize our R&D CNC programming activities. Joby is working towards the goal of development, certification and production of a world changing eVTOL aircraft. As the Senior CNC Programmer, this individual will have overall responsibility for development, implementation, and training of the 3, 5-axis and Lathe CNC programming processes for the R&D Machine Shop.
Responsibilities- Will be responsible for answering questions and working with 2 other machinists over Second shift.
- Overlap and communicate with day shift team to discuss priorities and handoffs between shifts.
- Ability to communicate job priorities to Second shift.
- Prototype machining via creating and editing CNC programs that support the machining of a wide range of R&D, Aircraft, and Tooling components.
- Occasional Conformable Flight Articles.
- Will be utilizing Fusion
360 as the primary CAD/CAM software to write programs. - Participates in machining parts on the machine with Haas and Fanuc controllers.
- Able to operate mills, lathes, drill presses, saws, grinders, and a variety of other equipment.
- Able to program, set up, and operate 3 axis, 5 axis mills and live tooling lathes to create complex aircraft components, fixtures, and tooling, from rough stock to finished part.
- Synchronize and create machining process development & optimization (part setup/fixturing, machining strategy/order of operations, tool selection, speed/feed process parameter selection)
- Communicate with Programmers, Machinists, and Team Leaders to identify, select, and procure appropriate tooling for job specific applications (based on part material, geometry, features, tolerances, system rigidity, and equipment capability)
- Continuously improve design and production efforts by working closely with the engineering team
- Perform inspections and measurements of product dimensions using basic Quality Control measuring tools, probing routines, calipers, micrometer, depth gauges, and other measuring equipment.
- Demonstrates ability to document and communicate well within the team environment.
- Demonstrate continuous improvement of a well-organized and safe environment for all work spaces.
- Able to communicate GD&T effectively to other machinists and programmers.
- Prioritizes quality on completed parts, holds tight tolerances, performs inspection of own parts and can inspect co-worker’s work.
- High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
- Work Shift
- Monday
- Friday 3:30 p.m.
- 12:30 a.m. - 5-7 Years experience as a Programmer with prior or combined machinist experience (proven ability to program, setup and operate CNC equipment)
- Ability to program and machine using Fusion 360 CAM software in 3, 5 axis milling and live tooling lathe CNC
- Capable of both verbal and written communication and collaboration effectively both in a team environment and with engineering
- Proficient in GD&T and ability to read blueprints and other design documents as well as interpret verbal design instructions
- Knowledgeable about integrated probing systems
- Knowledgeable in a variety of materials and fundamental concepts of machining techniques and mechanics [stress, strain, etc.]
- Willingness to work outside your comfort zone, in a fast paced non-traditional manufacturing environment
- Assembly experience and working knowledge of basic fasteners and hand tools
- 10-15 years experience as a Programmer
- 15-20 years experience as a Machinist
- Fusion 360, HSM Works, MasterCAM
- Experience in a fast paced, high variety machine shop environment
- Able to use a manual CMM
- Experience with Polyworks or PC-DMIS
- Experience with Lang or similar zero point work holding
- Experience with Dassault Systemes Catia
- Proficiency in FUSION 360 5-axis programming
- Experience with company chat systems such as Slack and Microsoft Teams
- Experience with planning and job ticketing softwares such as Jira
The target base pay for this position is $46-$67/hr 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.
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