Manufacturing Intern - Summer 2027

Skydio; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 96,000; Part time

Job summary

Skydio is seeking a Quality Engineering Intern for the Summer 2027 season to help define and develop quality standards for internal teams and products. You will support the Hardware Ops - Quality team in ensuring production meets stringent customer requirements in a fast-paced environment.

You will analyze quality metrics, resolve yield and product quality concerns, and collaborate with multiple engineering teams.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a bachelor’s, master’s, or MS in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• Experience with SolidWorks and data analysis.
• Familiar with PFMEA, DFM, DFA, and stack‑up analysis.
• Strong root‑cause analysis and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• Experience with Databricks and SQL is a plus.
• Experience building with AI tools (e.g., Claude integrations).

Responsibilities

• Define and improve quality standards for products and processes.
• Analyze quality metrics and yield data.
• Evaluate performance of factory quality systems.
• Collaborate with engineering teams across Skydio.
• Own and drive quality initiatives with ownership and autonomy.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

AI tooling awareness

Education

Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering (junior/senior or MS)

Tools

SolidWorks

Databricks

SQL

Claude integrations (AI tools)

Job description

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

We are looking for interns for the Summer 2027 Season. The Hardware Ops - Quality team is responsible for the manufacturing quality ensuring all of Skydio’s production meets rigorous customer requirements. The quality operations the team supports enables Skydio’s autonomous drones and accessory products. As a Quality Engineering Intern for our team, you will have the opportunity to help define and develop quality standards and practices for internal teams and/or current & future products in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

How You'll Make An Impact

• Root cause and resolve quality yield and customers facing product quality concerns.
• Define, Measure, and Improve our quality metrics and analytics
• Evaluate the performance and reliability of our products and factory quality systems.
• Work closely with other members of the various engineering teams across Skydio.
• Have a strong sense of ownership and autonomy over your work.

What Makes You a Good Fit

• A junior, senior, or MS-level student - Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering
• Previous Intern Experience with Solid Works, Data Analysis, etc.
• An understanding of quality principles – PFMEA, DFM, DFA, stack up analysis.
• Ability to clearly articulate problem statements, with root cause analysis.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to debug complex issues and propose effective solutions.
• Experience with Databricks, SQL is a plus
• Experience building with AI tools, such as Claude integrations

Compensation Range

The hourly base salary range for this position is $47/hr for Undergrad, $53/hr for Graduate students, and $70/hr for PhD students*. Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience.

• For some positions the pay may be dependent upon the individual's regional 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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