Manufacturing Technology Engineer; MTE Intern

Responsibilities

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.

We are seeking a highly motivated and analytical Manufacturing Technology Engineer (MTE) Intern to support our supply chain, sourcing, and procurement operations. As an MTE Intern
, you will play an active role in driving supplier strategies, optimizing manufacturing processes, and ensuring supply chain resilience for our eVTOL aircraft and peripheral systems.

This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in strategic sourcing, developing new and novel manufacturing processes across the entire aircraft structure. In this role, you will work and lead the development of cross‑functional collaboration with the Engineering and Operations teams. You will help evaluate supplier performance, analyze industry trends, and support supplier development initiatives to ensure Joby’s supply chain operates at best‑in‑class efficiency, cost, and quality standards.

If you are a data‑driven problem solver with a passion for defining new and innovative manufacturing processes and technology‑driven industries, we encourage you to apply!

• Start Date:
  
  May 2026 (flexible).
• Duration: 12+ weeks (Summer 2025, with potential extension into Fall).
• Location:
  
  On‑site (Full‑time, 40 hours per week).
• Eligibility:
  Open to students actively enrolled in an academic program. Recent graduates should apply for full‑time roles.
• International Students:
  If applying with CPT authorization, ensure you can legally work 40 hours per week on‑site before applying.

• Work on next‑generation eVTOL aircraft supply chain strategies that will shape the future of aviation.
• Gain hands‑on experience in strategic sourcing and developing novel and new manufacturing processes in a high‑impact industry.
• Collaborate with world‑class engineers, supply chain leaders, and business experts to solve complex problems.
• Develop critical supply chain management skills that will set you apart in the job market.

• Support DFM processes — prepare, issue, and analyze supplier proposals to optimize manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (Engineering and Manufacturing) to identify and qualify suppliers for key components.
• Assist with supplier selection, including NDAs and contract manufacturers assessment.
• Conduct benchmarking and competitive analysis to ensure Joby’s commodity pricing meets industry‑leading standards.
• Work with suppliers to implement cost‑reduction and value engineering initiatives.

• Analyze industry trends, raw material pricing, and lead‑time fluctuations to proactively identify supply risks and opportunities.
• Utilize forecasting, demand planning, and material inventory analysis to optimize supply chain resilience.

• Lead project tracking efforts, including Gantt charts, action trackers, and reporting dashboards.
• Communicate supply chain updates, cost issues, and risk assessments to stakeholders.
• Assist in developing supplier qualification plans, ensuring compliance with industry and regulatory standards.

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering or a related field.
• Heading into Junior or Senior year of an undergraduate degree or above by the start of the internship.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact with technical and non‑technical…