Role details
$127,500 – $240,000
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 an Electrical Design Engineer who will help architect, develop, and refine the electrical systems that bring together state-of-the-art computing hardware, sensing, and power systems.
How you'll make an impact:
Define the architecture and select components for a complex embedded electro-mechanical and optical system
Work and direct others through detailed design of main logic, interconnect, power, RF and sensing systems around a mobile SOC
Integrate sophisticated cameras and imaging electronics
Incorporate DFM and other manufacturing considerations on the way to high-quality mass production
Create and carry out a validation plan for the system electronics
Solve related reliability, yield, and performance issues through development and into production
What makes you a good fit:
Experience shipping high-volume consumer electronic products in a senior or architect-level role
Mobile SoC design
High speed digital design
Connected products (wifi, cellular)
Troubleshooting EMI/RF problems
Familiar with scripting/programming in Python/C
Obtaining FAA Part 107 certification within the first 60 days of employment is strongly encouraged for all Skydio employees and required for certain positions.
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 $127,500 - $240,000*. Fundamentally, we believe that equity is the key to long-term financial growth, and we ensure all regular, full-time employees have the opportunity to significantly benefit from the company's success. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s group health insurance plans. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits: Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan. 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.
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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.
For positions located in the United States of America, Skydio, Inc. uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit https://www.e-verify.gov/
Role context
This Electrical Design Engineer role at Skydio sits in the engineering track within drone and robotics operations. The position is tied to San Mateo, California, United States and is posted within the last day, which signals active hiring intent rather than archived demand. Compensation is disclosed as $127,500 – $240,000, which improves comparability for candidates reviewing similar listings. Combined with the live company and role links on this page, this listing gives candidates a direct path to compare equivalent openings by employer, market, and role focus.
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