Drone Wireless RF Flight Test Engineer

Skydio Inc.; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Skydio Inc. in San Mateo, California, is seeking a Wireless Test Engineer to validate the RF system using real-world flight data and lab simulations.

You will design test plans, run tests, and analyze data to ensure optimal performance of Skydio’s unmanned aerial systems. You will collaborate with the wireless and flight testing teams, work on testing logistics, and help expand testing practices as the product line grows.

Qualifications

• Experience with wireless technologies including Wi‑Fi and LTE.
• Experience with autonomous robotics systems.
• Experience using Linux-based software tools to debug software/firmware issues.
• Ability to document and deliver actionable analysis reports after testing.

Responsibilities

• Design test plans, plan testing logistics, conduct test runs, and analyze flight data to ensure best performance.
• Work with the wireless team to obtain testing goals and coordinate with the flight testing team for testing logistics.
• Play a critical role in overall product performance as the wireless portfolio expands.

Skills

Wireless testing

Linux scripting

Autonomous robotics

Issue diagnosis & debugging

Test data analysis

Part 107 certification

Job description

Skydio Inc. in San Mateo, California, is seeking a Wireless Test Engineer to validate the RF system using real-world flight data and lab simulations.

You will design test plans, run tests, and analyze data to ensure optimal performance of Skydio’s unmanned aerial systems. You will collaborate with the wireless and flight testing teams, work on testing logistics, and help expand testing practices as the product line grows.