About Skydio
Autonomous drones for safer, smarter operations
Key Highlights
- Valuation exceeds $2B following 2023 funding round
- Over $741M raised from top investors like Andreessen Horowitz
- Developed the X10 drone for first responders and military
- Headquartered in San Mateo, CA with 501-1000 employees
Skydio, headquartered in San Mateo, CA, is a leader in autonomous drone technology, specializing in applications for inspection, search and rescue, and national security. With over $741 million in funding from investors like Andreessen Horowitz and Levitate Capital, Skydio's valuation has surpassed ...
🎁 Benefits
Skydio offers competitive salaries, equity options, generous PTO, and a flexible remote work policy to support work-life balance....
🌟 Culture
Skydio fosters a culture of innovation and engineering excellence, focusing on R&D to push the boundaries of autonomous flight technology. The company...
Overview
Skydio is hiring a Flight Test Intern to assist in validating the next generation of drone products. You'll focus on hardware and software validation during the prototyping phase. This role is ideal for those looking to gain hands-on experience in flight testing.
Job Description
Who you are
You are an enthusiastic individual eager to dive into the world of flight testing and validation. As a Flight Test Intern, you are ready to engage with complex systems and contribute to the development of innovative flying platforms. You possess a rigorous approach to testing and are excited about the opportunity to work in a cutting-edge technology environment.
You may have some experience or coursework related to engineering, robotics, or a similar field, and you are keen to apply your knowledge in a practical setting. You are detail-oriented and understand the importance of capturing performance metrics and providing valuable feedback on prototypes. You are also open to learning and adapting to new challenges in a fast-paced environment.
What you'll do
In this role, you will create and run smoke and regression tests to validate system confidence, ensuring that the prototypes meet the necessary performance standards. You will run and optimize existing test plans to align with the latest features, tracking performance metrics across hardware builds to identify any limitations early in the development cycle. Your feedback will be crucial in improving product performance and market fit.
You will assist in the collection of flight data for competitive benchmarking, generating substantial amounts of logged flight data and media that will be used for analysis and improvement. This hands-on experience will provide you with insights into the complexities of flight testing and the operational capabilities of autonomous drones.
What we offer
At Skydio, you will be part of a leading US drone company that is at the forefront of autonomous flight technology. You will have the opportunity to work alongside experts in artificial intelligence and product development, gaining invaluable experience in the field. This internship is a stepping stone for those looking to build a career in engineering and technology, with the potential for future opportunities within the company.
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