Hardware Test & Reliability Intern: Validation & Analysis

Skydio, Inc.; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Skydio, Inc. in California is seeking Fall 2026 interns or Co-ops for the Hardware Test & Reliability Team.

You will help develop and execute test plans and build testing infrastructure for rapid design iteration and robust validation of autonomous flying machines. You will analyze data, perform failure analyses, contribute to design reviews, and work cross-functionally with mechanical, electrical, software, manufacturing, and quality engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Experience with Python for test automation and data analysis.
• Ability to perform failure analyses and root-cause investigation.
• Strong written and verbal communication and cross-functional teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement hardware and software test systems for validation.
• Analyze data, document results, and explain trends to inform design improvements.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, software, manufacturing and quality teams.
• Participate in design reviews and provide inputs for reliability.

Skills

Python programming

Test automation

Data analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Tools

Testing equipment

Job description

Skydio, Inc. in California is seeking Fall 2026 interns or Co-ops for the Hardware Test & Reliability Team.

You will help develop and execute test plans and build testing infrastructure for rapid design iteration and robust validation of autonomous flying machines. You will analyze data, perform failure analyses, contribute to design reviews, and work cross-functionally with mechanical, electrical, software, manufacturing, and quality engineering teams.