Jeff Ferrara

Jeff Ferrara is an accomplished professional in the manufacturing and composites industry, currently serving as Composites and Airframe Production Lead at Joby Aviation since March 2022, alongside roles such as Production Sr. Manager and Continuous Improvement Lead. Previously, Jeff was the General Manager and Owner of Fort ORD Works, a design and manufacturing company specializing in advanced composite structures, from July 2019 to March 2022. Prior experience includes Sales & Engineering Manager at American Casting Co and Manufacturing Engineer & 5 Axis CNC Programmer at Integrated Composites. Jeff began the career as a CAD Draftsman, Certified Welder & Fabricator at Steel Works Fabrication and Construction and completed an internship as a Process/Manufacturing Engineer at General Motors. Early career experience also includes roles at Sierra Manufacturing as a Welder, Fabricator & Installation Manager. Jeff holds a Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Technology with a focus on Industrial Engineering from California State University, Chico, and a Certification in Welding Technology from Butte College.