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Job DescriptionSenior Systems Engineer South San Francisco, California, USA About Zipline Do you want to change the world? Zipline is on a mission to transform the way goods move. Our aim is to solve the world's most urgent and complex access challenges by building, manufacturing and operating the first instant delivery and logistics system that serves all humans equally, wherever they are. From powering Rwanda's national blood delivery network and Ghana's COVID-19 vaccine distribution, to providing on-demand home delivery for Walmart, to enabling healthcare providers to bring care directly to U.S. homes, we are transforming the way things move for businesses, governments and consumers. The technology is complex but the idea is simple: a teleportation service that delivers what you need, when you need it. Through our technology that includes robotics and autonomy, we are decarbonizing delivery, decreasing road congestion, and reducing fossil fuel consumption and air pollution, while providing equitable access to billions of people and building a more resilient global supply chain. About You and The Role We're looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to join our team who has developed, tested, and deployed complex electromechanical systems into safety critical environments. Do you enjoy tackling the most cross-disciplinary parts of a complex program? Do you thrive in solving business-critical problems with little direction, a high degree of ownership, and the freedom to make it happen? At Zipline our work is intended for the field. Patients are counting on it today--there is no time for coming up short. If being an engineering leader on the team driving us to achieve our ambitious goals to scale operations and production, improve reliability, level-up our customer experience, and efficiently mature our processes to support all of this appeals to you, read on. Zipline was founded by engineers dedicated to making the world a better place. We are scaling around the world and we need someone to join our team who is excited to help level up Systems Engineering at Zipline. Every day, your commitment and technical leadership will help save lives. What You'll Do • Serve as a trusted technical expert of deploying high-reliability, autonomous systems into safety-critical environments including owning requirements, metrics, test coverage, and validation processes to ensure we ship safe and robust systems, • Own system and subsystem requirement definition, decomposition, and traceability, • Define interfaces and drive cross disciplinary discussions to align on budgets, • Develop frameworks and facilitate trade studies to optimize for performance, safety, and cost across key system architecture or operations decisions, • Evaluate hardware and software release standards and test requirements, • Partner with design engineering, other systems engineers and certification team to prove flight worthiness to regulatorsBasic Requirements: (Dependent on experience and qualifications, this role can be considered at a higher level), • BS and/or MS in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field, • 5+ years of real-world experience in safety critical electromechanical systems, for example in autonomous vehicles, aerospace, or industrial automation fields including systems/vehicle design experience, • Ability to solve complex multidisciplinary problems on schedule independently, • The ability to dive in when appropriate to solve problems using tools such as your modeling language/tool of choice, systems modeling, and statistical analysis among others, • Knowledge from designing systems that were resilient to harsh climatic environments, mechanical vibration, ESD, and/or high electrical noise, • Experience with not only fail-safe fault tolerant modes but also fail-operative modes that enable the system to continue to operate through faultsNice to have:, • A proven track record setting up systems engineering processes in new projects and/or startup environments such as implementing requirements including processes, definition, decomposition, and verification, • Sufficiently comfortable with energy budgets, flight dynamics, and statistical analysis methods to set the appropriate risk-based thresholds for things like energy margins and environmental limitations Zipline is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other characteristics protected by state, federal or local law or our other policies. We value diversity at Zipline and welcome applications from those who are traditionally underrepresented in tech. If you like the sound of this position but are not sure if you are the perfect fit, please apply!

Job DescriptionAbout ZiplineDo you want to change the world? Zipline is on a mission to transform the way goods move. Our aim is to solve the world's most urgent and complex access challenges by building, manufacturing, and operating the first instant delivery and logistics system that serves all humans equally, wherever they are. From powering Rwanda's national blood delivery network and Ghana's COVID-19 vaccine distribution to providing on-demand home delivery for Walmart, to enabling healthcare providers to bring care directly to U.S. homes, we are transforming the way things move for businesses, governments, and consumers. The technology is complex but the idea is simple: a teleportation service that delivers what you need, when you need it. Through our technology which includes robotics and autonomy, we are decarbonizing delivery, decreasing road congestion, and reducing fossil fuel consumption and air pollution, while providing equitable access to billions of people and building a more resilient global supply chain. Join Zipline and help us to make good on our promise to build an equitable and more resilient global supply chain for billions of people.About You and The Role The Avionics team is a group of hardware and software experts responsible for designing robust systems that control our life-saving drone delivery service in some of the toughest environments on Earth. Our team designs aircraft avionics that must excel in a wide range of harsh, real-world climates and electromagnetic interference (EMI) environments. The Avionics system is a vital part of the overall zipline aircraft system architecture, where we strive to achieve high performance and reliability while minimizing mass and cost. You and your team will be responsible for delivering high performance communication and navigation systems that are tightly integrated into the Avionics flight computer. These radio systems are at the core of a new unmanned aerial system that will enable Zipline's impact to expand from 100,000 deliveries/year to 100 million across the globe. Zipline's future success depends on the development of avionics systems that are low mass, low cost, high reliability, and produced at high volumes. Rigorous design engineering and validation is required, as well as ingenuity in approaches to packaging, integration, fault tolerance, and validation. We are looking for a leader with a strong foundation in RF system design and an excellent grasp of communication system design, RF electronics, and antenna design. What You'll Do • Join a small but mighty team of RF engineers owning RF communications at Zipline. This includes Zip to Zip, Zip to Dock, Zip to Droid, and Zip to GA Aircraft. Today, we use tightly integrated 802.11, cellular, ADS-B, and GNSS radio systems., • Develop and implement RF engineering processes to ensure high quality on tight, deterministic timelines., • Provide technical leadership in system level design spanning RF link budgets, interference analysis, and RF MAC layer., • Define, trade, revisit, and update vehicle RF architecture. Optimize at the integrated vehicle and fleet system levels., • Design radios, amplifiers, filters, and antennas to meet RF architecture and requirements., • Develop confirmation tests, including functional, end of line, and system level tests to ensure the RF systems meet all the necessary specifications., • Coordinate regulatory and industry certification for domestic and international markets., • Coordinate within the Avionics and Ground Systems teams to implement the RF systems in the aircraft highly integrated flight computer as well as the Zip Dock., • Coordinate across teams such as GNC, Aero, and Perception to determine requirements for the RF system performance, identify trades, and ensure reliable operation for downstream systems., • Ongoing engineering to successfully sustain the operation of existing avionics systems in our existing fleet of thousands of aircraft.What You'll Bring, • Demonstrated skill building and leading a team of engineers to achieve ambitious goals, with proven success, • 3-10 years of experience in RF engineering roles, • Past success developing electronics for critical systems in fields such as automotive, aerospace, transportation, or medical devices., • Deep design experience in one or more of the following areas: RF system design and analysis, antenna design, or practical implementation of complex RF systems., • Strong understanding of communication system fundamentals including linear systems, signal processing, and communication theory., • Familiarity with RF design tools such as ADS, CST, Microwave Office, MATLAB, or Simulink., • Enthusiasm for collaborating in a fast paced, cross-functional environment., • Clear communication skills and the ability to explain technical challenges and solutions to fellow engineers and non-engineers alike., • Bachelors and/or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering, with focus on RF Comms and Design, • Must be eligible to work in the US., • Must be able to work in person at Zipline's South San Francisco office.What Else You Need to Know The starting cash range for this role is $160,000 - $200,000. Please note that this is a target, starting cash range for a candidate who meets the minimum qualifications for this role. The final cash pay for this role will depend on a variety of factors, including a specific candidate's experience, qualifications, skills, working location, and projected impact. The total compensation package for this role may also include: equity compensation; discretionary annual or performance bonuses; sales incentives; benefits such as medical, dental and vision insurance; paid time off; and more. Zipline is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other characteristics protected by state, federal or local law or our other policies. We value diversity at Zipline and welcome applications from those who are traditionally underrepresented in tech. If you like the sound of this position but are not sure if you are the perfect fit, please apply!

Job DescriptionAbout ZiplineDo you want to change the world? Zipline is on a mission to transform the way goods move. Our aim is to solve the world's most urgent and complex access challenges by building, manufacturing and operating the first instant delivery and logistics system that serves all humans equally, wherever they are. From powering Rwanda's national blood delivery network and Ghana's COVID-19 vaccine distribution, to providing on-demand home delivery for Walmart, to enabling healthcare providers to bring care directly to U.S. homes, we are transforming the way things move for businesses, governments and consumers. The technology is complex but the idea is simple: a teleportation service that delivers what you need, when you need it. Through our technology that includes robotics and autonomy, we are decarbonizing delivery, decreasing road congestion, and reducing fossil fuel consumption and air pollution, while providing equitable access to billions of people and building a more resilient global supply chain. Join Zipline and help us to make good on our promise to build an equitable and more resilient global supply chain for billions of people.About You and The Role The Senior Electrical Engineer will develop avionics for our next-generation aircraft. We are looking for an engineer with a strong foundation in circuit board design and an excellent grasp of electronics development, processes, and tools. As a Senior Electrical Engineer on the Avionics team, you will be responsible for designing electronics including flight computers, communication systems, safety systems, and more. These components are at the core of a new unmanned aerial system that will enable Zipline's impact to expand from 100,000 deliveries/year to 100 million across the globe. In addition, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with world class engineers across all disciplines and experience levels. Zipline values personal development highly and encourages an environment of continuous learning and mentorship. The Avionics team encounters many challenges when designing robust avionics systems to provide life-saving service in some of the harshest environments on Earth. At the start of any project, our team plays a vital role in system architecture, designing for performance, reliability, and fault tolerance, while balancing mass and cost. Included in this is the design of an FAA-approved safety system to ensure the safety of employees, customers, and bystanders. Our sophisticated flight systems also require us to build custom solutions with high performance embedded computing and high speed serial buses. To achieve Zipline's goal of serving anyone anywhere, all aspects of a design must also be successful in a wide range of real-world environments by being robust against environmental, ESD, and EMI threats. These are just some of the many challenges that make us excited to go to work everyday. What You'll Do • Engineer avionics for volume production through a full design cycle including requirements, prototype, schematic capture, layout, and validation, with a focus on compute, sensing, and perception., • Shape the architecture of Zipline's next generation product, making impactful design decisions daily, while working with a high level of independence., • Lead trade studies, understand competing design priorities, develop hardware requirements to meet system level requirements and provide direction and clarity for burning down risk., • Proactively seek out opportunities for improvement in system, vehicle, and component level design., • Collaborate cross-functionally in all stages of development, including:, • Architecture: fault tolerance, power, mass, thermals, perception performance, • Detailed Design: schematic capture, PCB layout, system integration, validation, • A degree in Electrical Engineering, Embedded Hardware Engineering or equivalent practical experience., • Minimum 6 years of design experience including: circuit design, schematic capture, PCB layout, packaging, integration, cost reduction, sourcing and transitioning a product to production., • Past success developing electronics for critical systems in fields such as aerospace, transportation, or medical devices., • Design experience with mixed-signal, high-speed digital, SoM compute integration, high-speed serial busses, and electro-magnetic compatibility., • Experience working with any of DDR, CSI, PCIe, SPI, UART, USB is a preferred qualification., • Experience working with WiFi, Cell, GNSS, ADS-B, Cameras, Microphones is a preferred qualification., • Experience with electronics design of high volume consumer electronics products including mobile devices, laptops, and automotive is a preferred qualification. Experience working on fail safe and fail operational electronics including aerospace and medical is a preferred qualification., • Enthusiasm for working in a fast-paced, collaborative, cross-functional environment., • Clear communication skills and the ability to explain technical challenges to both fellow engineers and non-engineers alike., • Must be eligible to work in the US. Zipline is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other characteristics protected by state, federal or local law or our other policies. We value diversity at Zipline and welcome applications from those who are traditionally underrepresented in tech. If you like the sound of this position but are not sure if you are the perfect fit, please apply!

Job Description Umbra is an American space technology company delivering advanced systems, from sensors to spacecraft, that empower customers worldwide with unmatched access to critical information from space. Our mission is simple and ambitious: redefine space—for people, systems, and missions in every domain. Umbra’s ecosystem operates through three business units: Remote Sensing (the data), Space Systems (the components), and Mission Solutions (the platforms).Together, our teams develop capabilities that deliver persistent access, resilient performance, and mission-ready solutions, advancing U.S. space leadership while keeping the world safe and informed. About the Team Space Systems – The Components Space Systems is where Umbra turns hardware and software designs into on-orbit realities; developing, implementing and iterating mission-ready core technology, while simultaneously advancing the next generation of our own satellite constellation. Space Systems is vertically integrated across the satellite architecture, thus the team designs, builds, and tests an array of critical components and subsystems, including power systems, communications, control systems, deployment hardware, avionics, and payloads, as well as the flight software, firmware and digital design solutions to support the entire hardware stack. Our focus is on first principles engineering, and our mandate is simple: it has to work when it counts. Every bolt, board, and binary is proven on our own SAR constellation, ensuring flight-proven reliability where failure is not an option. If you want to work on cutting edge space technology while maintaining the highest standard for innovation and mission ready performance, you belong here at Umbra. About the Job We are looking for a Senior Spacecraft Systems Engineer who brings a wealth of experience in space systems. Umbra is vertically integrated, developing high performance systems for remote sensing and communication, as well as the avionics and structures to support the mission. This role is centered on technical excellence, offering both ownership and oversight across the product line. The ideal candidate will seamlessly integrate traditional spacecraft design principles with the agility of commercial methodologies to achieve groundbreaking capabilities and exceptional results. A strong focus on practical systems engineering processes, as opposed to purely theoretical ones, is crucial. Candidates should be ready to dive into technical specifics and adapt processes as required. Furthermore, the ability to mentor and support the growth of junior engineers is vital, as this role plays a significant part in their technical development. Collaborating with leadership throughout the Space Systems Business Group is also an essential aspect of this position. This position is based on-site in our Santa Barbara, CA office. Key Responsibilities • Partner with software and hardware engineers to model and architect spacecraft, wireless, remote sensing systems that fill critical business gaps., • Lead multidisciplinary design and analysis efforts to deliver new products that meet the performance and business needs, within the Scaled Agile Framework., • Derive system and subsystem-level requirements and create effective test plans to verify final performance, including specifying commercial test equipment and designing special test tools., • Develop and release high-quality, well-organized system requirements documents, subsystem specifications, verification plans, and other formal documentation., • Support regulatory compliance for ground-based and on-orbit operations., • Manage relationships with third-party customers and vendors, including government, commercial, and foreign entities as needed. Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field., • 5-8+ years of experience in aerospace engineering., • Hands-on experience and solid understanding of LEO space systems, subsystems, and the associated space environment., • Understanding of software/hardware integration and system architectures with a focus on hardware testing., • Proven ability to apply engineering judgment for spacecraft analysis and decision-making., • Demonstrated expertise in developing, documenting, and tracking space system requirements., • Proficiency in Agile development practices., • Effective at providing constructive feedback to junior engineers. Desired Qualifications • Advanced degree in a relevant engineering field., • 10-15+ years of experience in aerospace engineering, ideally in a test environment., • 2+ years of experience in project management., • Experience with the full product lifecycle and sales., • Experience with high performance payloads and software defined wireless systems., • Proficiency in model-based systems engineering (MBSE)., • Familiarity with Jama requirements management., • Experience with and proficiency for fishbone analysis and resolving multi-disciplinary technical problems., • Flexible Time Off, Sick, Family & Medical Leave, • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, STD (employer funded), • Vol Life, Critical Illness, Accidental, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance (employee funded), • 401k with 3% non-elective company contribution, • Stock Options, • Free Parking, • Free lunch daily in office Umbra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Employment Eligibility Verification In compliance with federal laws, all hired persons will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) upon hire. ITAR/EAR Requirements This position may include access to technology and/or data that is subject to U.S. export controls pursuant to ITAR and EAR. To comply with federal export controls, all persons hired must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), or must otherwise be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or U.S. Department of Commerce as applicable. Pay Transparency This job posting may cover multiple career levels. To ensure greater transparency, we provide base salary ranges for all roles, regardless of location. Our standard pay ranges are based on the role’s function and level, benchmarked against similar growth-stage companies. Compensation may vary based on geographical location, as certain regions may have different cost-of-living factors. The final offer will also be influenced by the candidate's skills, responsibilities, and relevant experience. Compensation Range The Compensation Range for this role is $145,000 - $200,000 DOE.

Job Description Electrical Reliability Engineer Location: South San Francisco Team: Engineering | Hardware Reliability About Zipline Do you want to change the world? Zipline is on a mission to transform the way goods move. Our aim is to solve the world's most urgent and complex access challenges by building, manufacturing and operating the first instant delivery and logistics system that serves all humans equally, wherever they are. From powering Rwanda's national blood delivery network and Ghana's COVID-19 vaccine distribution, to providing on-demand home delivery for Walmart, to enabling healthcare providers to bring care directly to U.S. homes, we are transforming the way things move for businesses, governments and consumers. The technology is complex but the idea is simple: a teleportation service that delivers what you need, when you need it. Using robotics and autonomy, we are decarbonizing delivery, decreasing road congestion, and reducing fossil fuel consumption and air pollution, while providing equitable access to billions of people and building a more resilient global supply chain. Join Zipline and help us to make good on our promise to build an equitable and more resilient global supply chain for billions of people. About the Role As an Electrical Reliability Engineer at Zipline, you'll bring your passion and expertise in electrical engineering to ensure our airborne systems perform safely and reliably in extreme operating environments. Your hands-on experience in RF, digital, analog, and power circuit issues will prime you to identify and resolve our most complex electrical failures and improve overall hardware lifetime. Your work will directly support our mission of delivering critical medical and commercial goods with ultra-reliable autonomous aircraft. You'll own the end-to-end reliability lifecycle of key electrical assemblies, like our all-electric powertrain, navigation sensor suite, or harness systems, from early design through field deployment. By combining design-for-reliability principles, rigorous testing, and hands-on failure analysis, you'll play a critical role in ensuring Zipline aircraft meet the highest reliability standards. What You'll Do • Own the reliability strategy for safety-critical electronic subsystems, applying board-level and system-level Design-for-Reliability (DfR) and Physics-of-Failure (PoF) principles., • Allocate and decompose system reliability requirements into actionable design-level specs., • Lead DFMEA efforts with cross-functional teams to identify early risks and drive mitigation., • Design and execute Accelerated Life Testing (ALT) and environmental test campaigns to validate long-term performance., • Author test plans and procedures with clear, data-driven pass/fail criteria., • Lead failure analysis and structured root cause investigations, from component to system-level., • Sign off on test verification results and assess hardware readiness for flight from a reliability standpoint., • Define operational life limits and service intervals using a combination of test data, field returns, and statistical models. What You'll Bring • B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline., • 5+ years of hands-on experience designing and validating safety-critical electromechanical systems (e.g., aerospace, robotics, automotive, or medical devices)., • Solid understanding of schematic design and PCB layout for analog, digital, RF, and power circuits., • Experience with non-destructive failure analysis and troubleshooting techniques., • Demonstrated ability to drive cross-functional alignment on reliability trade-offs and technical decisions around design, supply-chain, quality, manufacturing, finance, and operations., • Strong organizational skills with a bias toward action, ownership, and risk-based prioritization., • Comfortable navigating ambiguity, tight timelines, and evolving priorities. What Else You Need to Know The starting cash range for this role is $150,000-$215,000. Please note that this is a target, starting cash range for a candidate who meets the minimum qualifications for this role. The final cash pay for this role will depend on a variety of factors, including a specific candidate's experience, qualifications, skills, working location, and projected impact. The total compensation package for this role may also include: equity compensation; discretionary annual or performance bonuses; sales incentives; benefits such as medical, dental and vision insurance; paid time off; and more.Zipline is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other characteristics protected by state, federal or local law or our other policies.We value diversity at Zipline and welcome applications from those who are traditionally underrepresented in tech. If you like the sound of this position but are not sure if you are the perfect fit, please apply!

Job Description Umbra is an American space technology company delivering advanced systems, from sensors to spacecraft, that empower customers worldwide with unmatched access to critical information from space. Our mission is simple and ambitious: redefine space—for people, systems, and missions in every domain. Umbra’s ecosystem operates through three business units: Remote Sensing (the data), Space Systems (the components), and Mission Solutions (the platforms).Together, our teams develop capabilities that deliver persistent access, resilient performance, and mission-ready solutions, advancing U.S. space leadership while keeping the world safe and informed. About the Team Space Systems – The Components Space Systems is where Umbra turns hardware and software designs into on-orbit realities; developing, implementing and iterating mission-ready core technology, while simultaneously advancing the next generation of our own satellite constellation. Space Systems is vertically integrated across the satellite architecture, thus the team designs, builds, and tests an array of critical components and subsystems, including power systems, communications, control systems, deployment hardware, avionics, and payloads, as well as the flight software, firmware and digital design solutions to support the entire hardware stack. Our focus is on first principles engineering, and our mandate is simple: it has to work when it counts. Every bolt, board, and binary is proven on our own SAR constellation, ensuring flight-proven reliability where failure is not an option. If you want to work on cutting edge space technology while maintaining the highest standard for innovation and mission ready performance, you belong here at Umbra. About the Job We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated professional to become an integral part of our dynamic and multidisciplinary Space Systems engineering team as a Staff Mechanical Engineer. In this position, you will have the opportunity to contribute significantly to the design and development of innovative, next-generation space systems and mechanisms. The ideal candidate will possess a deep passion for designing, prototyping, building, and testing hardware, as well as demonstrable expertise in the area of rotating machinery. This position is based on-site in our Santa Barbara, CA office. Requirements Key Responsibilities • Design and analyze spacecraft mechanisms, including:, • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to derive and refine requirements., • Create motorization budgets., • Perform detailed design and component selection for encoders and signal routing/cable management., • Design for launch loads and stow/release behavior., • Create pointing budgets accounting for on-orbit behaviors., • Work closely with the Chief Engineer and Systems Architects to optimize designs for performance and manufacturability., • Create detailed design documentation, including drawings, design guides, and Interface Control Documents (ICDs)., • Own the design through the full build and test lifecycle, including:, • Conduct Qualification campaigns., • Develop test plans and equipment selection for verification of torque and torque margin and open loop and closed loop pointing performance., • Verify as built performance over temperature and in the presence of base disturbance., • Develop and execute work instructions, test plans, and test reports., • Partner with technicians and manufacturing engineers to troubleshoot and resolve hardware issues., • Provide mechanical engineering support to other engineering teams as needed., • Occasionally support launch and test campaigns outside regular hours, including evenings and weekends., • Perform other duties as required. Required Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical. Aerospace Engineering, or a related field., • 10-15+ years of professional experience in mechanical engineering, specializing in motor-driven mechanisms for spacecraft power or payload systems., • Strong multidisciplinary understanding of mechanisms and mechanical systems., • Hands-on experience in manufacturing and assembling parts using various methods and standards., • Proficiency in CAD software, with experience in design and drafting to ASME Y14.5 standards., • Expertise in first principles analysis, including hand calculations and Finite Element Analysis (FEA)., • Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to independently research, diagnose, and clearly explain technical challenges and solutions., • A strong desire to thrive in a fast-paced, highly collaborative team environment. Desired Qualifications • Experience with thermal analysis., • Experience interfacing with RF systems and associated EMI/EMC practices., • Experience with closed loop motor-encoder automation in lab or on-orbit., • Expertise in pointing, acquisition and tracking., • Experience with Agile development methodologies., • Flexible Time Off, Sick, Family & Medical Leave., • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, LTD, STD (employer funded)., • Vol Life, Critical Illness, Accidental, Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance (employee funded)., • 401k with 3% non-elective company contribution., • Stock Options., • Free Parking., • Free lunch in office daily. Umbra is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Employment Eligibility Verification In compliance with federal laws, all hired persons will be required to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required Employment Eligibility Verification Form (I-9 Form) upon hire. ITAR/EAR Requirements This position may include access to technology and/or data that is subject to U.S. export controls pursuant to ITAR and EAR. To comply with federal export controls, all persons hired must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, refugee or asylee as defined by 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), or must otherwise be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or U.S. Department of Commerce as applicable. Pay Transparency This job posting may cover multiple career levels. To ensure greater transparency, we provide base salary ranges for all roles, regardless of location. Our standard pay ranges are based on the role’s function and level, benchmarked against similar growth-stage companies. Compensation may vary based on geographical location, as certain regions may have different cost-of-living factors. The final offer will also be influenced by the candidate's skills, responsibilities, and relevant experience. Compensation Range The Compensation Range for this role is $170,000 - $220,000 DOE.

Job DescriptionManage the development, implementation, and evaluation of the processes that comprise quality management system.Ensure that the quality management system conforms to the requirements of the AS9100 standard.Ensure that the processes established are delivering their intended outputs.Reporting on the performance of the quality management system is maintained when changes to the quality system are planned and implemented.Create, review, and revise Quality Assurance standard operating procedures (SOP’S).Configuration management disciplines, tools, and practices to ensure that products and services meet engineering requirements.Perform closed-looped corrective action and root cause analysis.Ensure compliance of certifications.Responsible for product and data presentation for final customer acceptance.Lead the resolution of non-conforming material issues.Technical writing skills that include quality procedures and test plans.Performs products, process, and system audits and verifies effectiveness or corrective actions that were taken.Must demonstrate the following emotional intelligence skills:Emotional EmpathyPositive AttitudeExcellent Communication SkillsFlexibility / AdaptabilityInterpersonal Skills QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTSBachelors or better in Chemistry or related field.3-5 years: Aerospace quality assurance experience E04JI800n8pv407n7z4

Job Description About the Company Our client is reinventing supersonic aircraft by innovating on engine, airframe, and systems that industry hasn’t in over 50 years. Their electric combined cycle engine—the world’s first jet engine engineered for efficiency from takeoff to Mach 3+—lays the foundation for a new operational paradigm: an affordable, point-to-point global travel network that will make on-demand, high-speed air transport the new standard. They are a team of hardcore engineers who live and breathe aerospace. Generalists with deep subject-matter expertise, they operate in a flat organizational structure and move fast to build world-changing technology. The culture is pragmatic, competent, and centered on execution. This is a direct hire, permanent placement position for a client of AdAstra Talent Advisors. More company details will be shared during an initial call. About the Role Our client is seeking a Compressor Expert to provide deep technical insight into the aerodynamic performance of their propulsion system’s compressor section. You bring expertise in compressor aerodynamics, with experience analyzing, modeling, and interpreting data from axial compressors in high-performance engines. You excel at applying fluid dynamics and thermodynamics principles to assess performance, stability, and efficiency, and can translate complex simulations and test results into clear engineering recommendations. You thrive in a collaborative environment—supporting design and test teams with rigorous analysis that guides decision-making. Your contributions will directly shape the performance envelope of the world’s first turboelectric adaptive jet engine. Responsibilities * Own the aerodynamic and mechanical analysis of axial compressor stages from clean-sheet to flight-ready hardware * Run compressor design trade studies across a wide operating envelope, balancing performance, operability, and structural integrity * Validate compressor design through test campaign execution, selection, and placement of instrumentation for performance calculations and spectral analysis * Analyze test data and integrate findings into system-level performance models and next-gen hardware design cycles * Develop, validate, and iterate computational models using StarCCM+, AxSTREAM, and other in-house tools * Utilize propulsion cycle models (GasTurb, NPSS) to predict engine performance from compressor maps * Influence the broader propulsion and aircraft system architecture with innovative compressor design solutions Requirements * Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field required; advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) preferred * 7+ years of experience in axial compressor design, with a focus on high mass flowrate compressors and advanced fan systems * Proven track record of blade geometry development using CFD, streamline curvature, and 1D meanline methods * Familiarity with test instrumentation, data reduction, and anchoring analysis with experimental results * Deep understanding of propulsion system integration, thermodynamics, rotordynamics, and turbomachinery * Demonstrated history of innovation, technical authorship, and real-world test experience * Skilled in engine cycle modeling tools (GasTurb, NPSS) and scripting tools (Python, Matlab) for analysis automation and data processing * Proficient in multiphysics analysis * Effective communicator capable of leading cross-functional design reviews and contributing to system architecture discussions * Flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment * Attentive to detail and maintain a high level of quality and ownership in all work *The above qualifications are desired, not required. We encourage you to apply if you are a strong candidate with only some of the desired skills and experience listed. Additional Information * Our client values in-office work to foster collaboration and strengthen their company culture. They consider working in the office five days a week an essential part of the employee's role. * Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They proudly recruit and hire a diverse workforce and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. ITAR Requirement * To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by ITAR (22 CFR §120.15), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here. Benefit Highlights * Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 401(k) program and transparent stock option plan * Self-managed and flexible time-off policy, including PTO, paid holidays, and sick time * Flexible work environment * Company-funded perks, including weekly team lunches and company swag Cash compensation of $180,000 - $220,000. Compensation is determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual level and base pay is determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on job-related skills, education, experience, technical capabilities and internal equity. About AdAstra AdAstra Talent Advisors is a headhunting and talent advising firm focused on the Climate, Space, and Defense sectors of Hard Tech. We specialize in pairing highly technical and executive talent with some of the world’s leading Hard Tech startups. At AdAstra, we catalyze the innovations that future generations depend on by placing the right people in the right seats. Our dedicated work enables inconceivable technology from Earth, to the stars. And it’s all because of trailblazing talent like you - those driven to do what’s never been done before. We care about long term relationships with both candidates and companies. Even if the role we initially discuss isn’t a perfect fit, it’s likely we’ll have something relevant to share with you in the future. Join us on our journey by following along via LinkedIn! CEO, Seyka Mejeur | LinkedIn profile CTO / COO, Brian Mejeur | LinkedIn profile AdAstra Talent Advisors | LinkedIn profile AdAstra Website

Job DescriptionJob Summary:Are you looking to kickstart a career in aerospace engineering and play a crucial role in the maintenance and repair of military engines? Our client is seeking a meticulous Engine Shop Mechanic Helper to join their team at the Stockton Metropolitan Airport.Assist in the disassembly, repair, and overhaul of aircraft turbine engine compressors and turbines under the guidance of experienced mechanics. Work closely with the Engine Shop team to support the inspection, assembly, and balancing of critical engine components. Responsibilities: • Aid in disassembly and documentation of teardown findings, • Assist in balancing compressor and turbine rotor assemblies, • Read and interpret technical manuals and follow guidelines for repairs, • Collaborate with team members and provide support to various departments, • High school diploma or GED, • Some A&P or equivalent experience preferred, • 1 year of practical experience with turbine engine repair, • Knowledge of J-85 engine is a plus, • Strong English language skills for technical interpretationDon't miss this opportunity to become part of a dynamic team dedicated to innovation and excellence in the field of aerospace engineering. Earn a competitive salary of $24.26 per hour along with a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance, 401K, and more!APPLY NOW to launch your career in aerospace engineering in Stockton, CA.

Job Description About Pyka Pyka's goal is to provide society with a new form of safe, clean, and cost-effective transportation enabled by autonomous electric aviation. To get there, we're taking a different approach than most. We're applying our technologies to every industry where autonomous electric aircraft can be useful, starting with the highest value and most dangerous jobs. In doing so, we're building game-changing products manufactured at scale, while perfecting the safety, reliability, and capabilities of our autonomy engine and electric propulsion systems. We design, develop and manufacture an ecosystem of technologies including proprietary flight control software, avionics, high power density motors, motor controllers, batteries, and custom carbon-fiber composite airframes. Today, we supply autonomous electric aircraft for cargo transport and crop protection to real-world customers across four separate continents and have secured industry-first regulatory approvals from the FAA. Our cargo aircraft enables remote connectivity, enhances express delivery networks, and ensures fast and reliable shipping of critical supplies to areas in need. Our crop protection aircraft offers agricultural services providers and farmers an autonomous tool to make aerial application safer, more precise, and less harmful to surrounding environments. Both vehicles are highly economical to operate, easy to deploy, and significantly reduce C02 emissions in their respective industries. What you work on at Pyka makes people's lives better now and brings the future of electric aviation one step closer each day. Role Overview Pyka is seeking a driven and detail-oriented Global Supply Manager for procurement, sourcing, and supplier management across our international supply chain operations.. You will join during a period of rapid growth and play a critical role in building a resilient, scalable supply chain to support production of our autonomous electric aircraft. In this role, you will leverage your experience working with global contract manufacturers to source high-quality components, negotiate competitive terms, and help set strategies for the future growth of the Pyka supply chain.. You will collaborate closely with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure materials arrive on time, meet rigorous standards, and support Pyka's mission of delivering safe, clean, and cost-effective autonomous aviation solutions worldwide. Responsibilities • Perform essential procurement functions including requesting quotations, negotiating pricing, MOQs, Net Terms, Inventory Levels, Creating Purchase Orders, Managing Open and Planned orders, to ensure timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials and services., • Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, fostering collaboration to enhance quality and delivery performance while addressing any issues that arise., • Collaborate with production, engineering and customer service teams to schedule inbound material deliveries, ensuring that materials arrive on time to support production and customer schedules, and minimize shortages., • Effectively implement both engineering and manufacturing change orders in the ERP/MRP and any other systems used to track procurement, inventory or production, • Track supplier performance to on time delivery, quality and cost with monthly metrics and KPIs and quarterly business reviews with suppliers., • Communicate with suppliers regarding return material authorizations (RMAs) and non-conformance reports (NCRs), ensuring that quality issues are addressed promptly and effectively. And partner with internal resources to manage and disposition items undergoing quality review or design changes., • Maintain accurate master data related to pricing, lead times, standard costs and inventory levels. Analyze part, commodity and supplier specific data to inform strategic procurement decisions., • Setup and optimize workflows for the Procurement function within the ERP/MRP system, as well as help the Supply Chain team establish resilient and robust processes as the organization grows, • Coordinate both inbound and outbound logistics with internal stakeholders and freight forwarders., • Ensure all shipments adhere to local and international trade laws, including tariffs, quotas, and country-specific regulations for imports and exports., • Assist the rest of the Supply Chain team and wider Pyka organization on import and export of goods, • Assist with Inventory Management and Material Handling in the Stock Room as needed, • Help develop processes for scheduling as well as tracking procurement, logistics, stock room/warehouse operations within the ERP/MRP system., • Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, engineering, or a related field., • 3+ years past experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment in a supply chain role where complex mechanical and/or electro-mechanical assemblies were built., • Proven track record of executing on day to day procurement, logistics and related responsibilities, • Proven track record working with CM's in China and Mexico at both the component as well as assembly level, • Excellent cross-functional collaboration, time management and prioritization skills, • Deep understanding of supply chain dynamics, including supplier evaluation, quality assurance, and risk management., • Deep understanding of ERP/MRP systems and the functional workflows for procurement and logistics, • Experience working in a Quality Management System Preferred Qualifications • Previous experience in electro-mechanical products, robotics, autonomous hardware, defense, aerospace, automotive, high tech, or another related industry., • Previous experience in implementing ERP systems as they relate to supply chain and logistics (ex., supplier portal, warehouse management system...etc.)., • Strong team player who can wear different hats to help your team move forward. Willing to tackle individual contributor tasks while managing a small team., • Experience in a "Big" company environment as well as a startup. Company Perks • $125,000-$180,000 per year base salary + equity. Compensation will vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Salary ranges are subject to change., • Employer-sponsored health, dental and vision insurance, • FSA with employer matching, • 401(k), • Paid holidays, generous PTO, and additional unpaid time off, • Voluntary short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance, • Pre-tax commuter benefits, • Free catered lunch and plenty of snacks Export Control Requirements This position requires access to technology, software and other information that is subject to governmental access control restrictions, due to export controls. Employment in this position is conditioned on the continued availability of government authorization to authorize release of such items, to the extent required, including without limitation an export license, or other documentation required to establish authorization to receive access to such items. Company may delay commencement of employment, rescind an offer of employment, terminate employment, and/or may modify job responsibilities, compensation, benefits, and/or access to Company facilities and information systems, as Company deems appropriate, in order to ensure compliance with applicable government access control restrictions. -- We do not work with external recruiters; if you are an external recruiter, please do not reach out.

Job Description Agility Robotics is a pioneer. Our robot, Digit, is the first to be sold into workplaces across the globe. Our team is differentiated by its expertise in imagining, engineering, and delivering robots with advanced mobility, dexterity, intelligence, and efficiency -- robots specifically designed to work alongside people, in spaces built for people. Every day, we break through engineering challenges and invent new solutions and capabilities that will one day make robots commonplace and approachable. This work is our passion and our responsibility: our mission is to make businesses more productive and people's lives more fulfilling. Location: This position can be based either within commuting distance of our Salem, OR headquarters or remotely in the San Francisco Bay Area. For remote candidates, regular travel to Salem, 2 weeks per month, will be required. About the Role We are seeking an experienced Manager, Systems Integration to serve as both the technical lead and people manager for our humanoid robotics systems integration team. This role will oversee all aspects of systems-level integration, from prototype bring-up to full production builds, while driving issue management processes, developing integration plans, and building advanced hardware-in-the-loop (HiL) testing frameworks. Leveraging your expertise in robotics systems engineering, troubleshooting, and cross-functional coordination, you will guide your team in diagnosing and resolving issues, developing verification plans, and creating robust processes and tools to ensure our robots operate reliably in the field. Key Responsibilities • Leadership & Strategy, • Lead the systems integration team responsible for prototype bring-up, manufacturing support, and deployment readiness. Develop integration plans that align subsystem and full-system testing with program milestones while defining, tracking, and reporting integration KPIs to provide leadership visibility into progress, blockers, and risks., • Issue Management & Root Cause Analysis, • Own end-to-end issue management including triage, root cause analysis, corrective action tracking, and closure. Build and maintain Pareto dashboards to track system failure patterns and curate knowledge bases of common failures and mitigations to accelerate resolution times., • Testing Framework Development, • Design and implement subsystem and full-system Hardware-in-the-Loop test frameworks, oversee automated test script development, and create verification test plans for nominal functions, features, and interfaces. Partner with software, hardware, and controls teams to ensure comprehensive test coverage across disciplines., • Collaboration & Continuous Improvement, • Bachelor's degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, • 8+ years of experience in systems integration, robotics engineering, or related fields, with at least 2 years of direct people management leading technical teams, • Strong understanding of systems engineering principles, system bring-up processes, and cross-domain integration challenges, • Proficiency in root cause analysis techniques, failure classification, and reliability tracking, • Experience designing and implementing simulation test strategy, HiL test systems, production line integration frameworks, and data analysis pipelines, • Familiarity with version control, configuration management, and HW/FW/SW release processes, • Excellent communication and collaboration abilities across hardware, software, and manufacturing disciplines, • Experience with humanoid robotics, autonomous systems, aerospace, automotive manufacturing, warehouse and logistics automation, or complex electromechanical platforms strongly preferred, • Knowledge of safety standards and regulatory compliance for robotics/automation systems, • Project management experience with program milestone delivery, • 401(k) Plan: Includes a 6% company match., • Equity: Company stock options., • Insurance Coverage: 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, and short/long-term disability insurance for employees., • Benefit Start Date: Eligible for benefits on your first day of employment., • Well-Being Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP)., • Time Off:, • Exempt Employees: Flexible, unlimited PTO and 10 company holidays, including a winter shutdown., • Non-Exempt Employees: 10 vacation days, paid sick leave, and 10 company holidays, including a winter shutdown, annually., • On-Site Perks: Catered lunches four times a week and a variety of healthy snacks and refreshments at our Salem and Pittsburgh locations., • Parental Leave: Generous paid parental leave programs., • Work Environment: A culture that supports flexible work arrangements., • Growth Opportunities: Professional development and tuition reimbursement programs. Agility Robotics does not accept unsolicited referrals from third-party recruiting agencies. We prioritize direct applicants and encourage all qualified candidates to apply directly through our careers page. If you are represented by a third party, your application may not be considered. To ensure full consideration, please apply directly. Apply Now:

Job Description Fictiv Exists to Enable Hardware Innovators to Build Better Products, Faster Fictiv, coined the "AWS of manufacturing," is a leading technology company transforming the $350 billion manufacturing industry. Our cutting-edge cloud platform uses AI and machine learning algorithms to help companies build hardware at the speed of software. Come join our growing team! Strategic Program Manager (Aerospace / Robotics) Join Our Cutting-Edge Team at Fictiv Are you ready to lead the future of aerospace and robotics innovation? At Fictiv, we're transforming how complex products are brought to life, and we're looking for a Strategic Program Manager (SPM) with deep expertise in Aerospace and Robotics to help us accelerate the development and production of groundbreaking technologies. In this role, you'll collaborate with industry leaders, guide cross-functional teams, and deliver high-quality, on-time, and on-budget product launches. Your engineering, operations, and manufacturing expertise will help shape the next generation of technology. What You'll Do • Be the Customer Advocate – Build strong, trusted relationships with aerospace and robotics customers, ensuring exceptional service and long-term loyalty., • Lead with Collaboration – Partner with Sales, Solutions Engineering, and Fulfillment to scope, plan, and execute complex customer programs., • Mitigate Risks – Identify and address risks during design and production phases to keep projects on track., • Act as a Subject Matter Expert – Provide critical guidance on aerospace and robotics requirements, quality standards, and timelines., • Drive Continuous Improvement – Optimize production timelines, reduce costs, and improve operational efficiency., • Communicate with Clarity – Lead status meetings and keep all stakeholders aligned on project goals., • Education – Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Robotics, or related Engineering field., • Experience – 5+ years managing programs in aerospace, robotics, or advanced manufacturing., • Technical Expertise – Hands-on NPD, NPI, and high-volume manufacturing experience, with knowledge of CNC Machining, 3D Printing, Additive Manufacturing, and Assembly., • Customer-Facing Skills – Proven ability to lead complex, technical engagements with aerospace and robotics clients., • Project Leadership – Strong program, risk, and time management abilities with a structured approach., • Communication – Excellent verbal and written communication across multi-cultural, cross-functional teams., • Travel – 11–25% (domestic and international) to customer sites, manufacturing facilities, and team meetings. Apply today and help us lead the future of aerospace and robotics manufacturing! Perks and Benefits • Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance, • 401K plan, • Monthly Virtual Work stipend for things like food, internet, travel, pet care, health and wellness, • Annual Education stipend, • Parental leave programs, • Paid volunteer days, • Onboarding setup, including: standing desk, laptop, monitor, and chair, and a stipend for additional items such as headphones, blue light glasses, or any other ergonomic supplies you may want or need Arizona (AZ), California (CA), Colorado (CO), District of Columbia, (DC), Delaware (DE), Florida (FL), Georgia (GA), Hawaii (HI), Iowa (IA), Illinois (IL), Indiana (IN), Kansas (KS), Massachusetts (MA), Maryland (MD), Michigan (MI), Minnesota (MN), Missouri (MO), North Carolina (NC), Nevada (NV), New Hampshire (NH), New Jersey (NJ), New York (NY), Ohio (OH), Oregon (OR), South Carolina (SC), Texas (TX), Tennessee (TN), Utah (UT), Virginia (VA), Washington (WA), West Virginia (WV), Wisconsin (WI), Wyoming (WY) Salary Range: $110,000 to $150,000 per year, depending upon experience Interested in learning more? We look forward to hearing from you soon. About Fictiv Our Digital Manufacturing Ecosystem is transforming how the next rockets, self-driving cars, and life-saving robots are designed, developed and delivered to customers around the world. This transformation is made possible through our technology-backed platform, our global network of manufacturing partners, and our people with deep expertise in hardware and software development. We're actively seeking potential teammates who can bring diverse perspectives and experience to our culture and company. We believe inclusion is the best way to create a strong, empathetic team. Our belief is that the best team is born from an environment that emphasizes respect, honesty, collaboration, and growth. We encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups, including but not limited to women, members of the LGBTQ community, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans.

Job DescriptionAbout ZiplineDo you want to change the world? Zipline is on a mission to transform the way goods move. Our aim is to solve the world's most urgent and complex access challenges by building, manufacturing and operating the first instant delivery and logistics system that serves all humans equally, wherever they are. From powering Rwanda's national blood delivery network and Ghana's COVID-19 vaccine distribution, to providing on-demand home delivery for Walmart, to enabling healthcare providers to bring care directly to U.S. homes, we are transforming the way things move for businesses, governments and consumers. The technology is complex but the idea is simple: a teleportation service that delivers what you need, when you need it. Using robotics and autonomy, we are decarbonizing delivery, decreasing road congestion, and reducing fossil fuel consumption and air pollution, while providing equitable access to billions of people and building a more resilient global supply chain.Join Zipline and help us to make good on our promise to build an equitable and more resilient global supply chain for billions of people.About You and The Role The Powertrain team is a multi-disciplinary hardware and software team responsible for designing the electric drivetrain at the heart of our life-saving drone delivery service, operating in some of the harshest environments on earth. As the Technical Program Manager for the Powertrain team, you will be the focal point for coordinating resources across the engineering teams, strategic vendor relationships, and internal production and quality teams. You will be responsible for the path taken to resolve technical and schedule risks, and work within the team and across engineering to align priorities, coordinate timelines, and problem-solve. For those that are deeply excited about leading with influence and representing a global mission, this is an incredible opportunity to leverage your skills. What You'll Do • Manage hardware and software roadmaps across programs: balance, drive, and align key features while surfacing gaps and mitigating risks to projects, • Problem-solve relationships and internal process blockages to drive outcomes, • Understand the technical risks spanning electrical, mechanical, embedded software, and production, including the benefits and risks of different manufacturing processes, • Measure and improve development velocity: own engineering timelines, unblock teams, cross-check plans, and streamline cross-functional dependencies, • Engage across the development lifecycle: from architecture reviews, through validation, and into volume production, • Engage across electrical, mechanical, validation, and embedded software domains to drive coherent execution across major projects, • Translate and integrate company goals into our sub-teams execution strategy, • Make critical decisions informing team prioritiesWhat You'll Bring, • Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering field or a related field, • Minimum 3 years of experience as a technical program manager or hardware engineering centric role, • Past success in managing fast-paced technical projects in high-performance hardware fields such as automotive, energy, aerospace, transportation, or medical devices, • Demonstrated skill in problem-solving relationships both internally and with strategic vendor partnerships, • Demonstrated skill in aligning priorities, coordinating timelines, and leading complex scope, resource, and schedule trades, • Enthusiasm for collaborating in a fast paced and highly cross-functional environment, • Clear communication skills and the ability to explain challenges and solutions to fellow engineers and non-engineers alike, • Must be eligible to work in the US, • Must be able to work in person at Zipline's South San Francisco officeWhat Else You Need to Know The starting cash range for this role is $130,000 - $165,000. Please note that this is a target, starting cash range for a candidate who meets the minimum qualifications for this role. The final cash pay for this role will depend on a variety of factors, including a specific candidate's experience, qualifications, skills, working location, and projected impact. The total compensation package for this role may also include: equity compensation; discretionary annual or performance bonuses; sales incentives; benefits such as medical, dental and vision insurance; paid time off; and more. Zipline is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other characteristics protected by state, federal or local law or our other policies.We value diversity at Zipline and welcome applications from those who are traditionally underrepresented in tech. If you like the sound of this position but are not sure if you are the perfect fit, please apply!