Flight Test Engineer - Wireless

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

San Mateo, California, United States - Full‑time

About the role

Skydio builds complex flying robots and a key aspect that enables our products is the wireless link between the user and the drone. We aim to deliver a proprietary wireless protocol that ensures a stable link for video, control, and logging data to the drone. This role will be responsible for testing and validating the RF system with real‑world flight data and simulated lab results using our cutting‑edge RF lab. As one of Skydio’s wireless test engineers you will design test plans, plan testing logistics, conduct test runs, and analyze flight data to ensure the best possible performance for Skydio’s unmanned aerial systems. You will work with the wireless team directly to obtain testing goals and coordinate with the flight testing team for testing logistics. As Skydio’s hardware portfolio grows, the wireless test engineer will play a critical role in the overall performance of our growing product line in our target markets.

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.

How you’ll make an impact

• Own wireless software + hardware testing for a growing combination of Skydio products.
• Work with the RF team and testing teams to improve testing practices, expand coverage, validate new features, and confirm no regressions.
• Develop workflows that automate testing practices or log analysis for improved results.
• Design/update test plans for new features to ensure they are robust for our end users.
• Provide real‑time support to the wireless team to diagnose, triage, and debug issues in the wireless system, in person at the office or in the field.

What makes you a good fit

• Experience working with a variety of wireless technologies including Wi‑Fi and LTE.
• Experience working with and troubleshooting autonomous robotics systems.
• Experience using software tools/scripts on Linux to debug software/firmware issues.
• Proficiency in finding issues, unblocking yourself, and driving issues to resolution.
• Experience documenting and delivering actionable analysis reports following testing.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm and experience for things that fly; ability to obtain Part 107 certification.

Compensation

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 $120,000 - 150,000*. 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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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