Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users. From utility inspectors to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios and beyond.
About The Role
Skydio is seeking an enthusiastic Flight Test Engineer to help validate the next generation of Skydio products. Skydio builds innovative flying platforms and software to control them. This role will be focused on working with all products that Skydio has to offer. As an FTE Generalist, you will be responsible for working cross functionally with various teams and will be jumping in to support various projects, sometimes simultaneously.
How You’ll Make An Impact
- Run smoke and regression tests to validate system confidence
- Daily testing of our master branch
- Assist in validating new customer facing software features
- Capture and surface product limitation early in the development cycle to improve performance and market fit.
- Validate SW changes to ensure a stable flying platform
- Design and execute test plans and procedures focused on a variety of aspects of the Skydio ecosystem
- Assist in collection of flight data for competitive benchmarking
- Execute flights at our HQ and occasionally at test sites nearby
- Work hand-in-hand with Engineering and Product teams to drive SW/HW deliverables
What Makes You a Good Fit
- Software QA/testing background
- Part 107 Certification
- Consider yourself a jack of all trades
- Solid debugging of hardware and software systems
- Write test cases based on Product Requirements Documents (PRDs) and new features
- Act as Test Release DRI for major/minor SW releases
- Enjoy working on multiple projects at the same time
- Practical experience with UAS
- Understanding of UAS subsystems and their real world performance
- Basic mechanical and electrical system integration knowledge
- Experience operating Linux based systems
- Demonstrated passion for things that fly
- Thorough communication and documentation skills
- Interest in spending time outdoors
- Experience testing web based applications
- Wireless testing experience preferred
Compensation & Benefits
At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full-time employees include competitive base salaries, equity in the form of stock options, and comprehensive benefits packages. Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience. Relocation assistance may also be provided for eligible roles. The annual base salary range for this position is $100,000- $135,000*. Fundamentally, we believe that equity is the key to long-term financial growth, and we ensure all regular, full-time employees have the opportunity to significantly benefit from the company's success. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s group health insurance plans. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits: Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan. This position and all associated benefits are subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as the Company’s policies and eligibility criteria.
- Compensation for certain positions may vary based on the position’s location.
At Skydio we believe that diversity drives innovation. We have created a multidisciplinary environment that embraces the power of diverse perspectives to create elegant solutions for complex problems. We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws.
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