Hardware Test Engineer

Wing; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Wing is seeking a Hardware Test Engineer to join our Wing Lab Team onsite in Palo Alto, CA. You will support engineering by bringing up prototypes, debugging boards, and executing test plans including signal and power measurements.

You’ll help assemble devices, maintain SOPs, calibrate instruments, collect and label data, and collaborate across engineering teams to improve test coverage and reliability. Travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience working with electronics with strong EE fundamentals, including ability to modify/design test fixture boards; digital and/or analog systems.
• Hands‑on experience in prototype bring‑up and debugging, functional verification, and python scripting.
• Must enjoy being hands‑on in the lab and want to be in the details (soldering, oscilloscopes, data acquisition) and contagious enthusiasm and passion for engineering.
• Able to understand schematics and manage sourcing of quick turn proto boards.
• Understanding of hardware evaluation methodologies, including development of test cases/suites, performance monitoring, test automation, and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Actively engage in cross-functional execution of validation plans, troubleshooting, and documentation to maintain design quality and ecosystem performance.
• Execute verification test plans, signal characterization, power measurements and interoperability testing and data collection
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues in Hardware/SW/Ops failure analysis and test
• Maintain records of calibration dates, results, and any adjustments made, and establish a clear schedule for calibrating all instruments (pressure sensors, flow meters, temperature probes, etc.).
• Work with engineers to set up tests, including building and installing test articles and fixtures, setting up instrumentation, and configuring data acquisition systems.
• Run tests according to the defined procedures. Monitor the test closely, watching for any anomalies or unexpected behavior, and taking notes on test conditions, progression, and observations in a test card.
• Ensure that data is accurately collected, labeled, annotated, and stored.
• Work closely with engineers during the planning and design phases of new tests. Provide input on practical considerations, such as space requirements, available equipment, and potential safety concerns.
• Lab maintenance, keep the lab organized and work areas clean. May include lab setup optimization.
• Making sure lab equipment is stocked.

Job description

About Wing

Wing offers drone delivery as a safe, fast, and sustainable solution for last mile logistics. Consumer appetites for on-demand services are increasing, but current delivery methods are inefficient, costly, and contribute to road accidents and air pollution. Wing’s fleet of highly automated delivery drones can transport small packages directly from businesses to homes on-demand, in minutes. We design, build, and operate our aircraft, and offer drone delivery services on two continents. Our technology is designed to be easy to integrate into existing delivery and logistics networks, offering a scalable drone delivery solution for a broad range of businesses. Wing is a part of Google's parent company, Alphabet, and our mission is to create the preferred means of delivery for the planet. If you're ready to do the greatest work of your life, come join us.

About Wing

Wing offers drone delivery as a safe, fast, and sustainable solution for last mile logistics. Consumer appetites for on-demand services are increasing, but current delivery methods are inefficient, costly, and contribute to road accidents and air pollution. Wing’s fleet of highly automated delivery drones can transport small packages directly from businesses to homes on-demand, in minutes. We design, build, and operate our aircraft, and offer drone delivery services on two continents. Our technology is designed to be easy to integrate into existing delivery and logistics networks, offering a scalable drone delivery solution for a broad range of businesses. Wing is a part of Google's parent company, Alphabet, and our mission is to create the preferred means of delivery for the planet. If you're ready to do the greatest work of your life, come join us.

About the Role

Wing is looking for a Hardware Test Engineer to join our Wing Lab Team team. This role is onsite based in Palo Alto, CA. As a member of the Wing Lab team, you will provide support to Wing Engineering teams, assisting new proto-type build/bring-up and development testing which includes test set-up, troubleshooting prototypes boards down to component level. You will execute test plans such as signal measurements, power measurements, updating devices/boards with latest Firmware/software. You will help assemble and disassemble wing aircraft devices, fixtures,maintain a well documented SOP and work across Wing Engineering teams to provide lab support, testing and data collection. Manage and maintain lab stock supplies and equipment.

What You’ll Do

• Actively engage in cross-functional execution of validation plans, troubleshooting, and documentation to maintain design quality and ecosystem performance.
• Execute verification test plans, signal characterization, power measurements and interoperability testing and data collection
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues in Hardware/SW/Ops failure analysis and test
• Maintain records of calibration dates, results, and any adjustments made, and establish a clear schedule for calibrating all instruments (pressure sensors, flow meters, temperature probes, etc.).
• Work with engineers to set up tests, including building and installing test articles and fixtures, setting up instrumentation, and configuring data acquisition systems.
• Run tests according to the defined procedures. Monitor the test closely, watching for any anomalies or unexpected behavior, and taking notes on test conditions, progression, and observations in a test card.
• Ensure that data is accurately collected, labeled, annotated, and stored.
• Work closely with engineers during the planning and design phases of new tests. Provide input on practical considerations, such as space requirements, available equipment, and potential safety concerns.
• Lab maintenance, keep the lab organized and work areas clean. May include lab setup optimization.
• Making sure lab equipment is stocked.

What You’ll Need

• 5+ years of experience working with electronics with strong EE fundamentals, including ability to modify/design test fixture boards; digital and/or analog systems
• Hands‑on experience in prototype bring‑up and debugging, functional verification, and python scripting
• Must enjoy being hands‑on in the lab and want to be in the details (soldering, oscilloscopes, data acquisition) and contagious enthusiasm and passion for engineering
• Able to understand schematics and manage sourcing of quick turn proto boards
• Understanding of hardware evaluation methodologies, including development of test cases/suites, performance monitoring, test automation, and data analysis.
• Comfortable working with hand tools, digital multimeter, and basic power tools (e.g. hand drill).
• Wire/cable soldering experience
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment and identify solutions.
• Effective communication with engineers and other team members.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Experience with testing in a lab environment
• Ability to travel up to 25% domestically and internationally as required.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is the salary range below + bonus + equity + benefits. Wing’s salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.

Salary Range: $160,000 USD - $170,000 USD

Wing is an equal opportunity employer and it is Wing's policy to comply with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity. Employment at Wing is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Wing does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law. If you have a need that requires accommodation during the interview process due to a disability or special need, please let us know by completing our Candidate Accommodations Request Form.