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Lead Thermal Engineer About the Role: We are seeking a Lead Thermal Engineer to own the design, analysis, and validation of thermal control solutions for a high-altitude aerospace vehicle operating in extreme stratospheric environments. This role is responsible for ensuring reliable thermal performance of avionics, payloads, energy systems, and structures through a combination of modeling, hardware support, and test validation. Key Responsibilities: • Design and optimize active and passive thermal control architectures, • Perform steady-state and transient thermal analyses, • Develop and correlate thermal models across mission environments, • Support material, insulation, coating, radiator, and interface trade studies, • Define thermal requirements, margins, and operating limits for critical subsystems, • Support environmental testing: thermal vacuum, altitude simulation, temperature cycling, • Analyze test results, correlate against predictions, and drive design improvements, • Collaborate across mechanical, electrical, systems, and manufacturing teams, • Document analyses, compliance, and test readiness for flight hardware Required Qualifications: • BS in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (or related field), • 5–10 years hands-on thermal engineering experience on aerospace or flight systems, • Proven ownership of thermal decisions through design, integration, and validation, • Strong applied heat transfer expertise, especially in low-density environments, • Experience with ANSYS, Thermal Desktop, COMSOL, or similar tools

Fractal is a strategic AI partner to Fortune 500 companies, with a bold vision: to power every human decision in the enterprise. We believe the future belongs to organizations that combine human imagination with intelligent systems—and Fractalites are the ones building that future. As we scale our Technology, Media & Telecom (TMT) practice in the United States, we are looking for a senior, client-facing Head of Engineering to shape and deliver world-class Data & AI platforms for leading Technology, Media & Telecom organizations. This is not a back-office engineering role. This is a consulting-led, client-facing engineering leadership position for someone who is equally comfortable whiteboarding architecture with principal engineers, rolling up their sleeves with delivery teams, and advising CIOs, CTOs, and CDOs in the boardroom. Learn more at______ | Intelligence for Imagination. Note: This position is not eligible for Immigration Sponsorship at this time. About the Role This is a four-axis leadership role requiring technical depth, executive presence, team leadership, and embedded delivery. You'll work directly with top technical and functional leaders at some of the largest TMT companies in the world. As Head of Engineering for Fractal's Technology, Media & Telecom (TMT) vertical, you will personally shape the architecture of mission-critical AIML platforms, often in first-party tech stack, and develop/drive the team of ICs who bring them to life. Responsibilities Some engagements will look like a traditional advisory model. Others will look a lot more like Forward Deployed Engineering: your team embedded inside a client's engineering org, working within their first-party tech stack, shipping production code alongside their engineers, and earning influence through technical credibility, not org chart position. You will need to be in the room when the technology roadmap needs to change. When a business pivot, a new regulation, or a technology shift forces a rethink mid-execution, you are the person who picks up the marker, walks to the whiteboard, and redraws the architecture in real time, credibly, for the CTO, and Principal Engineering leaders simultaneously. Technical Depth (Hands-On Architecture) • Own AI/Data platform architecture decisions — from Lakehouse design and real-time streaming to MLOps, LLMOps, and AgentOps pipelines in production, • Serve as the technical authority for Fractal's TMT engineering practice — defining standards, reviewing design, and holding the bar on reliability, scalability, and security, • Translate ambiguous business problems into concrete, buildable platform architectures — and stay close enough to execution to know when something is not working, • Drive the industrialization of GenAI: moving clients from proof-of-concept to enterprise-grade, governed, and observable AI systems Executive Presence & Live Architectural Thinking • Command the room with senior client leadership — CIOs, CTOs, CDOs, and their direct reports - as a peer, not a vendor, • Whiteboard new architectural directions on the spot: when a business pivot, acquisition, regulatory shift, or technology breakthrough forces a mid-execution rethink, you synthesize it into a credible, buildable path forward live, in the room, without needing a week to prepare a deck, • Translate between two worlds simultaneously: make the architecture legible to a CFO and rigorous enough to satisfy a principal engineer in the same session, • Shape client roadmaps at the strategic level; identifying where the current plan is under-ambitious, over-engineered, or misaligned with emerging AI capabilities, and steering accordingly, • Represent Fractal at the highest level of client relationship Team Leadership (Building & Driving Senior ICs) • Develop and lead a high-performing group of individual contributors. principally senior and staff engineers, ML engineers, and data platform engineers, • Create the engineering culture: rigorous delivery standards, architectural thinking, and a bias toward elegant, production-grade solutions over quick fixes, • Build leadership depth within the team, identifying principals who can own programs and grow into broader roles, • Partner across Fractal's global AI and engineering Capability functions to staff programs strategically and raise capability across the TMT practice Forward-Deployed & Embedded Delivery • Lead and run FDE-style engagements where your team operates inside the client's engineering environment, • Navigate and deliver within client-owned, first-party technology stacks: proprietary data platforms, internal ML infrastructure, custom orchestration systems, and bespoke toolchains that do not appear in any industry survey, • Adapt quickly to non-standard environments, understanding a client's internal platform deeply enough to extend it, integrate into it, and earn the trust of their engineering staff, • Balance the tension between what Fractal does best and what the client's stack demands, knowing when to bring pattern, when to adapt, and when to advocate for a better path, • Set the standards for how Fractal operates in deeply embedded engagements: how we onboard, document, transfer knowledge, and leave clients stronger than we found them Candidate Profile Technical Qualifications TMT clients bring genuinely hard problems on both open and proprietary infrastructure. Expect to architect and oversee: • GenAI systems: RAG architectures, LLM fine-tuning pipelines, agentic workflow orchestration, and LLMOps observability, • AI-powered products: personalization engines, churn prediction, content recommendation, and network fault detection, • Client-proprietary ML infrastructure: internal feature stores, custom model serving layers, bespoke experiment tracking systems, and first-party orchestration frameworks, • Cloud-native infrastructure across AWS, Azure, and GCP with enterprise-grade governance, security, and compliance baked in, • Real-time and event driven data pipelines (e.g. network telemetry), • Modern Lakehouse platforms (Databricks, Snowflake, Delta Lake, Iceberg) at petabyte scale and proprietary data platform equivalents at leading tech-forward TMT organizations Non-technical Qualifications We are particularly interested in leaders from environments where engineering rigor, client accountability, executive presence, and AI depth all coexist including Forward Deployed Engineering, elite data/ML platform teams, and senior hyperscaler architecture practices. • 15–20 years of experience spanning AI/data engineering and technical leadership with clear evidence of owning architecture at scale, • Deep hands-on experience deploying AI/ML/GenAI systems in production, in addition to advising on them, • Demonstrated executive presence: you have walked into a CTO or CDO review, redrawn the architecture based on new constraints, and left the room with alignment, • The ability to whiteboard fluently under pressure, synthesizing a team's in-flight work with a new business direction, making it rigorous enough for engineers and clear enough for executives, on the spot and without a rehearsal, • Experience operating within client-owned or non-standard technology stacks - you have learned a proprietary system, earned trust from skeptical internal engineers, and delivered production-grade results inside someone else's infrastructure, • A track record of leading senior engineers and building high-performance ML/engineering teams, including hiring, coaching, and developing principal-level ICs, • Direct executive engagement experience - you have influenced CIO/CTO/CDO decisions and can hold your own in a room with technical and non-technical stakeholders at once, • Strong cloud-native fluency across one or more hyperscalers, with genuine depth in data platform patterns (streaming, batch, Lakehouse, governance) Strong Preferences • Experience in TMT vertical — hi-tech, telco, media platforms, streaming infrastructure, ad tech, or content delivery at scale, • Prior work in FDE-style or embedded delivery models where your team shipped inside a client codebase and was evaluated by their engineering standards, not just deliverable milestones, • Comfort with the ambiguity of 1P stack environments: you have debugged undocumented internal tools, extended proprietary frameworks, and figured out how to make external expertise land inside a closed ecosystem, • A personal reputation for architectural clarity: the person colleagues call when a problem needs to be drawn, not just describe, • Contributions to the ML/AI community: open source, publications, conference talks, or influential architectural patterns Who Thrives Here The Fractalite mindset is curious, rigorous, and impact driven. You will thrive in this role if you: • Enjoy being client-facing and accountable for outcomes., • Are comfortable navigating ambiguity, scale, and complex stakeholder environments., • Believe great platforms come from strong engineering culture plus disciplined execution., • See AI not as a novelty, but as a core enterprise capability that must be engineered responsibly. Fractal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

The Opportunity Our client is a mission-driven space technology company headquartered in San Francisco, developing next-generation flight systems for orbital and suborbital platforms. Backed by significant funding and moving at start-up speed, they are building out a core flight software group to support an aggressive development and test cadence. This team owns software that operates at the lowest levels of the vehicle and is central to mission success. What You’ll Get • Ownership of foundational flight software on a new space platform, • The opportunity to join a highly selective engineering team during a critical growth phase, • Hands-on involvement in system bring-up, integration, and flight readiness, • A technically demanding environment with rapid iteration and real-world constraints, • Competitive compensation, equity, and long-term growth potential within the company, • Relocation support if needed What You’ll Bring • Strong C++ experience building low-level, performance-sensitive systems, • Background developing software for embedded, real-time, or safety-critical platforms, • Experience in aerospace, defense, autonomy, or high-performance robotics is a strong plus, • A disciplined engineering mindset with attention to reliability and failure modes, • Comfort working in a fast-moving environment with high ownership and accountability. Whether you're 10 years into your career or only just starting out, my client will be interested in speaking with you, so apply now to learn more!

Lead Electrical Power Systems Engineer - Power Electronics San Francisco Bay Area We are supporting an innovative space company seeking a Lead Electrical Power Systems Engineer to own the design and maturation of a high-voltage spacecraft electrical power system, approximately 400V. This is a technical leadership role responsible for end-to-end EPS architecture, from solar array interfaces through regulation, storage, distribution, protection, and system integration. Key Responsibilities: • Own the detailed architecture of a high-voltage spacecraft power system., • Define solar array regulation including S3R or MPPT, battery charge and discharge, bus regulation, and distribution strategies., • Lead DC-DC converter topology selection and design, including protection schemes and derating strategy., • Address high-voltage space environment risks including plasma interaction, insulation, grounding, and compliance with relevant standards., • Perform system-level fault analysis and FMEA, define safe-mode behaviors, and support integration with control systems and high-power payloads., • Define and execute verification, integration, and qualification strategy through PDR, CDR, and flight readiness. Required Experience: • 10+ years in power electronics and spacecraft EPS design., • Strong background in high-voltage DC systems, power conversion, and fault-tolerant distribution, • Experience delivering hardware from concept through test and qualification., • Experience designing for radiation environments and high-reliability aerospace systems. This is a high-impact opportunity to architect a mission-critical spacecraft power system in a fast-paced, technically rigorous environment.

AI Engineer 1. Organization Overview (Concise & Neutral) A fast‑growing oncology‑focused organization is reinventing how clinical trials operate by integrating them tightly with real‑world clinical practice. Cross‑disciplinary teams across healthcare, engineering, AI, and regulatory domains work in a Human‑in‑the‑Loop (HITL) model to deliver regulatory‑grade outcomes that expand trial access and accelerate cancer drug development. What’s Different • Clinical trials are embedded within clinical practice—not run in parallel., • Hybrid model blending expert abstraction, AI/NLP/LLMs, and EMR integrations., • Strong commitment to rigorous testing, validation, privacy, and ethical AI., • Mission‑driven culture with high collaboration and urgency. Why Join Now • AI is essential to scaling the business—impact is immediate and visible., • Opportunity to build an end‑to‑end applied AI stack powering clinical teams., • Work across LLMs, CV, and multimodal use cases with strong platform engineering partners. 2. Role Overview — AI Engineer Purpose Design and deliver applied AI systems (LLMs/CV/multimodal) that automate clinical variable extraction and clinical note generation. Work includes repeatable validation, robust documentation, and HITL feedback loops. Strong emphasis on data engineering and backend rigor to ensure model usability and efficiency. Focus Areas • LLM development and LLM‑Ops for text extraction and structuring; some CV/multimodal., • Rapid prototyping with high software‑engineering hygiene., • Statistical validation plans, experiment design, and metrics ownership., • HITL workflow development to reduce manual QA and improve throughput., • Collaboration with Platform Engineering for production alignment., • Comprehensive documentation: datasets, experiments, model cards, QA audits., • Build AI models and pipelines across EMR/EHR, imaging, and clinical documents., • Translate ambiguous clinical requirements into measurable ML objectives., • Define metrics, design experiments, and estimate/model error., • Lead interim QA audit processes and evolve toward AI‑assisted QA., • Partner with data/platform engineers on scalability, data flow, and observability., • Deliver validated AI components for abstraction and note generation., • Meaningfully reduce manual QA workload through HITL optimization., • Standardize testing and documentation frameworks., • Establish efficient PySpark/SQL/Postgres data‑manipulation patterns that accelerate iteration. 3. Product & AI Context In‑Flight Work • LLM‑powered abstraction and clinical note generation with HITL., • Drive productivity gains for internal labeling/abstraction teams., • Data engineering is a major part of the role: PySpark, SQL/Postgres, query optimization, cloud data tooling. 4. Ideal Candidate Profile Background • MSc/PhD in CS, EE, Applied Math, Stats, Physics, or equivalent depth via experience., • 2–5+ years in AI/ML engineering or applied data science., • Expert‑level Python + strong software engineering practices., • Deep learning experience with PyTorch or TensorFlow (LLMs and/or CV)., • Data engineering: PySpark, SQL, Postgres, data modeling, query tuning., • Cloud data platforms (Databricks, S3/Snowflake/Azure/GCP)., • Experiment design, statistical validation, and error analysis., • Additional languages: R, Java, C++., • MLOps fundamentals (versioning, lineage, CI/CD)., • Prior oncology or clinical trials exposure.

Welcome to Planet. We believe in using space to help life on Earth. Planet designs, builds, and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history. This constellation delivers an unprecedented dataset of empirical information via a revolutionary cloud-based platform to authoritative figures in commercial, environmental, and humanitarian sectors. We are both a space company and data company all rolled into one. Customers and users across the globe use Planet's data to develop new technologies, drive revenue, power research, and solve our world's toughest obstacles. As we control every component of hardware design, manufacturing, data processing, and software engineering, our office is a truly inspiring mix of experts from a variety of domains. We have a people-centric approach toward culture and community and we strive to iterate in a way that puts our team members first and prepares our company for growth. Join Planet and be a part of our mission to change the way people see the world. Planet is a global company with employees working remotely world wide and joining us from offices in San Francisco, Washington DC, Germany, Austria, Slovenia, and The Netherlands. About the Role: The Space Operations team is crucial to Planet's success, responsible for maintaining and optimizing the health and productivity of the world's largest Earth Observation satellite constellation. Our team spans North America and Berlin. Given the scale of our fleet, automation is at the heart of our operations. You'll develop and maintain critical software, transforming large datasets into actionable metrics, and streamline key workflows around satellite performance. As a Space Systems Engineer, you'll support daily satellite operations, analyze data, triage and resolve anomalies, run on-orbit experiments, test and deploy software both on the ground and in orbit, and commission satellites. You'll work closely with hardware and software experts across teams to debug anomalies, enhance or create services, and provide operational insights to shape our next-generation of satellites. We are looking for a data-driven self-starter with effective communication skills that collaborates well within a technical team and adapts quickly to changing tasks and contexts. This is a full-time, hybrid role which will require you to work from our San Francisco office 3 days per week. Impact You'll Own: • Conduct daily fleet checks and support On-Call shifts, • Test and deploy flight software upgrades, debug satellite anomalies, and perform on-orbit experiments, • Provide feedback to launch, manufacturing, and spacecraft engineering teams based on on-orbit performance, technical demonstrations, and forecasting models, • Create and maintain operational procedures, • Develop and maintain real-time, mission-critical software solutions for satellite operations, • Write scripts to aggregate satellite data and generate system monitoring metrics, • Analyze data to identify issues and inefficiencies in the full stack of services and propose solutions, • Drive improvements to fleet capacity and productivity through process enhancements, • Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or equivalent experience, • Proficiency in software development, particularly in Python or similar languages, • Data-driven mindset with experience in statistical analysis, • Familiarity with the space environment and its challenges, • Proactive approach to engineering and problem-solving, • Effective interpersonal and collaboration skills within a technical team, • Understanding of DevOps and CI/CD concepts, • Experience with Agile software development, • Hands-on experience operating spacecraft or remote systems, • Experience coordinating resources and projects with multiple engineering teams, • Familiarity with hardware-in-the-loop testbed set-ups, • Practical expertise in data analysis for problem-solving, • Familiarity with automation and optimization tools June 15, 2026 by 11:59p / 23:59 CET (Central European Time) EAR/ITAR Requirements: This position requires access to export-controlled information, and as such, employment (or hiring of a contractor) is contingent upon the candidate's ability to access all applicable export-controlled information without additional export licensing being required by the Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. Benefits While Working at Planet: These offerings are dependent on employment type and geographical location, based upon applicable law or company policy. • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans, • Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution, • Generous Paid Time Off in addition to holidays and company-wide days off, • 16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave, • Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), • Home Office Reimbursement, • Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement, • Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning, • Equity, • Commuter Benefits (if local to an office) The US base salary range for this full-time position at the commencement of employment is listed below. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary short-term and long-term incentives (bonus and equity). The final salary range is determined by job related experience, skills and location. The range displays our typical hiring range for new hire salaries in US locations only. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. San Francisco Salary Range$43.37—$54.18 USD San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Why we care so much about Belonging. We're dedicated to helping the whole Planet, and to do that we must strive to represent all of it within each of our offices and on all of our teams. That's why Planet is guided by an ultimate north star of Belonging-dreaming big as we approach our ongoing work. If this job intrigues you, but you're thinking you might not have all the qualifications, please... do apply! At Planet, we are looking for well-rounded people from around the world who can contribute to more ways than just what is listed in this job description. We don't just fill positions, we aspire to fulfill people's careers, most excited about folks who are motivated by our underlying humanitarian efforts. We are a few orbits around the sun before we get to where we want to be, so we hope you're excited to come along for the ride. EEO statement: Planet is committed to building a community where everyone belongs and we invite people from all backgrounds to apply. Planet is an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. ___ Accommodations: Planet is an inclusive community and we know that everyone has their own needs. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during the hiring process, please reach out to or contact your recruiter with your request. Your message will be confidential and we will be happy to assist you. Privacy Policy: By clicking "Apply Now" at the top of this job posting, I acknowledge that I have read the ___, and hereby consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of my personal information as described therein. Privacy Policy (European Applicants): By clicking "Apply Now" at the top of this job posting, I acknowledge that I have read the ___, and hereby consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of my personal information as described therein. AI in Our Interviewing Process: Planet is committed to providing an exceptional interview experience for all candidates. We are currently exploring AI interviewing technologies to better focus on candidates and less on trying to capture notes. As such, with the candidate's consent, select interviews may be recorded and include a Planet AI Notetaker for transcription and summarization purposes. Should an interview involve use of AI interview technologies, the candidate will receive notification and have the ability to opt out both in advance and/or real-time. Opting out will not affect one's candidacy. Candidate AI Policy: Planet embraces Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools, and we encourage its responsible use. We understand that candidates may use various resources, including AI tools, to prepare for interviews and assessments. However, during any live interview stage or when actively completing assessments for this position, the use of AI tools-e.g. Large Language Models (LLMs), deep fake technology, etc.-is strictly prohibited unless explicitly prompted by an interviewer or assessment instructions. If you are unsure about acceptable use, please contact your recruiter for clarification. If an AI tool or similar technology is desired as an accommodation, please contact with your request for assistance. Your message will be confidential, and we will be happy to assist you. Violation of this policy may result in disqualification of your application.

Welcome to Planet. We believe in using space to help life on Earth. Planet designs, builds, and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history. This constellation delivers an unprecedented dataset of empirical information via a revolutionary cloud-based platform to authoritative figures in commercial, environmental, and humanitarian sectors. We are both a space company and data company all rolled into one. Customers and users across the globe use Planet's data to develop new technologies, drive revenue, power research, and solve our world's toughest obstacles. As we control every component of hardware design, manufacturing, data processing, and software engineering, our office is a truly inspiring mix of experts from a variety of domains. We have a people-centric approach toward culture and community and we strive to iterate in a way that puts our team members first and prepares our company for growth. Join Planet and be a part of our mission to change the way people see the world. Planet is a global company with employees working remotely world wide and joining us from offices in San Francisco, Washington DC, Germany, Austria, Slovenia, and The Netherlands. About the Role: Planet's Satellite Security team is the frontline defense for our global constellation. From the SuperDove to our next-gen Pelican and Tanager fleets, we ensure the integrity of the world's most sophisticated Earth-imaging data. Our mission spans the entire lifecycle of a spacecraft: from hardware security partitioning and cryptographic key management to securing ground-to-space communications. As a member of the Satellite Security team, you will bridge the gap between embedded systems and cybersecurity. You'll work alongside experts in Flight Software, FPGA, and Mission Operations to build the tools that protect our assets in orbit. This is a unique opportunity for an embedded engineer to pivot into security; we provide the specialized security training-you provide the engineering rigor. This is a full-time, hybrid role which will require you to work from our San Francisco office 3 days per week. Impact You'll Own: • Secure Tooling: Design and develop custom software security tools to protect satellite and ground systems., • Code Integrity: Partner with senior engineers to perform security-focused code reviews on mission-critical flight and ground software., • Mission Readiness: Maintain and optimize core security infrastructure, including Hardware Security Modules (HSMs)., • Education: Bachelors' in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, • Experience: 2+ years of professional experience in Software Engineering, Embedded Systems, or Electrical Engineering., • Embedded Foundations: A strong grasp of embedded systems and a desire to apply that knowledge to the security domain., • Programming: Proficiency in C (for the hardware) and Python (for the tooling)., • Communication: The ability to translate complex technical risks into actionable insights for satellite operators and project managers., • Prior exposure to cryptography/cryptology, network security, or basic penetration testing., • Experience in regulated industries such as Aerospace, Automotive, or Medical Devices., • Familiarity with RTOS (Real-Time Operating Systems), bare-metal development (e.g., STM32), containerization (Docker), Linux/Unix programming experience April 30, 2026 by 11:59 PM PT EAR/ITAR Requirements: This position requires access to export-controlled information, and as such, employment (or hiring of a contractor) is contingent upon the candidate's ability to access all applicable export-controlled information without additional export licensing being required by the Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. Benefits While Working at Planet: These offerings are dependent on employment type and geographical location, based upon applicable law or company policy. • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans, • Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution, • Generous Paid Time Off in addition to holidays and company-wide days off, • 16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave, • Remote-friendly work environment, • Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), • Home Office Reimbursement, • Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement, • Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning, • Equity, • Commuter Benefits (if local to an office) The US base salary range for this full-time position at the commencement of employment is listed below. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary short-term and long-term incentives (bonus and equity). The final salary range is determined by job related experience, skills and location. The range displays our typical hiring range for new hire salaries in US locations only. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. San Francisco Salary Range$101,400—$126,800 USD San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Why we care so much about Belonging. We're dedicated to helping the whole Planet, and to do that we must strive to represent all of it within each of our offices and on all of our teams. That's why Planet is guided by an ultimate north star of Belonging-dreaming big as we approach our ongoing work. If this job intrigues you, but you're thinking you might not have all the qualifications, please... do apply! At Planet, we are looking for well-rounded people from around the world who can contribute to more ways than just what is listed in this job description. We don't just fill positions, we aspire to fulfill people's careers, most excited about folks who are motivated by our underlying humanitarian efforts. We are a few orbits around the sun before we get to where we want to be, so we hope you're excited to come along for the ride. EEO statement: Planet is committed to building a community where everyone belongs and we invite people from all backgrounds to apply. Planet is an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. ___ Accommodations: Planet is an inclusive community and we know that everyone has their own needs. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during the hiring process, please reach out to or contact your recruiter with your request. Your message will be confidential and we will be happy to assist you. Privacy Policy: By clicking "Apply Now" at the top of this job posting, I acknowledge that I have read the ___, and hereby consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of my personal information as described therein. Privacy Policy (European Applicants): By clicking "Apply Now" at the top of this job posting, I acknowledge that I have read the ___, and hereby consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of my personal information as described therein. AI in Our Interviewing Process: Planet is committed to providing an exceptional interview experience for all candidates. We are currently exploring AI interviewing technologies to better focus on candidates and less on trying to capture notes. As such, with the candidate's consent, select interviews may be recorded and include a Planet AI Notetaker for transcription and summarization purposes. Should an interview involve use of AI interview technologies, the candidate will receive notification and have the ability to opt out both in advance and/or real-time. Opting out will not affect one's candidacy. Candidate AI Policy: Planet embraces Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools, and we encourage its responsible use. We understand that candidates may use various resources, including AI tools, to prepare for interviews and assessments. However, during any live interview stage or when actively completing assessments for this position, the use of AI tools-e.g. Large Language Models (LLMs), deep fake technology, etc.-is strictly prohibited unless explicitly prompted by an interviewer or assessment instructions. If you are unsure about acceptable use, please contact your recruiter for clarification. If an AI tool or similar technology is desired as an accommodation, please contact with your request for assistance. Your message will be confidential, and we will be happy to assist you. Violation of this policy may result in disqualification of your application.

Welcome to Planet. We believe in using space to help life on Earth. Planet designs, builds, and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history. This constellation delivers an unprecedented dataset of empirical information via a revolutionary cloud-based platform to authoritative figures in commercial, environmental, and humanitarian sectors. We are both a space company and data company all rolled into one. Customers and users across the globe use Planet's data to develop new technologies, drive revenue, power research, and solve our world's toughest obstacles. As we control every component of hardware design, manufacturing, data processing, and software engineering, our office is a truly inspiring mix of experts from a variety of domains. We have a people-centric approach toward culture and community and we strive to iterate in a way that puts our team members first and prepares our company for growth. Join Planet and be a part of our mission to change the way people see the world. Planet is a global company with employees working remotely world wide and joining us from offices in San Francisco, Washington DC, Germany, Austria, Slovenia, and The Netherlands. About the Role: The Electro-Optical Systems team at Planet is seeking an Opto-Mechanical Engineer to help drive the design of payloads in Planet's fleet of Earth-imaging satellites. Your mission will be to champion our payload design efforts, with a specific focus on opto-mechanical design and manufacturing. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned opto-mechanical designer who has led optical system engineering efforts across multiple programs from conceptual design through flight. As a member of the Electro-Optical Systems team within Planet's Space Systems division, you will be a key contributor and stakeholder in Planet's agile aerospace approach to spacecraft design, and will work hand-in-glove with optical engineering, structural analysis, thermal engineering, and reliability & qualification, as well as the rest of Planet's leading-edge spacecraft design and manufacturing teams. This is a full-time, in-office position based in our San Francisco HQ 5 days per week. Impact You'll Own: • Own the opto-mechanical manufacturing process of optical payloads on Planet's next-generation satellites, • Design the manufacturing line for mid-volume production of optical payloads. Make first principle based, data-driven decisions throughout the design process to ensure efficient assembly and test processes, • Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as structural, thermal analysts and optical engineer groups to drive and perform analyses to ensure payloads meet stiffness, strength, thermal, and launch survivability requirements, as well as maintain on-orbit performance through STOP (Structural, Thermal, Optical Performance), • Drive part and assembly design, manage fabrication with key vendors, perform failure analysis, and execute tolerance stackup and GD&T analyses to ensure precision and reliability, • Develop and maintain comprehensive design documentation, • Lead technical presentations and reviews across all design review gates, • Support test planning and qualification test campaigns, • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field., • 4+ years experience owning the development of opto-mechanical products from requirements through conceptual design, testing and manufacturing, • Experience designing for high-reliability space environments including launch survivability, vacuum conditions, on-orbit performance through thermal conditions (STOP), • Experience in the design and fabrication of optical assemblies, incorporating components made from glass, carbon fiber, metals, ceramics, epoxies, as well as mechanisms and electrical elements, • Practical and direct engagement with hardware, from prototyping to production and testing phases, • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, • Experience working in a dynamic environment while driving projects to completion, • Expertise in optics / opto-mechanical manufacturing, metrology, alignment and calibration, • Ability to build out the manufacturing line for precision optical systems, • Experience with dynamic hardware builds, vibration and shock testing, telescope assembly, and optical performance testing, • Experience applying systems engineering principles to optimize optical payload integration, focusing on requirements management, trade-off analysis, and balancing system-level constraints such as cost, schedule, and performance, • Ability to drive manufacturers and DFM/DFA May 1, 2026 at 11:59pm PT EAR/ITAR Requirements: This position requires access to export-controlled information, and as such, employment (or hiring of a contractor) is contingent upon the candidate's ability to access all applicable export-controlled information without additional export licensing being required by the Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. Benefits While Working at Planet: These offerings are dependent on employment type and geographical location, based upon applicable law or company policy. • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans, • Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution, • Generous Paid Time Off in addition to holidays and company-wide days off, • 16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave, • Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), • Home Office Reimbursement, • Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement, • Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning, • Equity, • Commuter Benefits (if local to an office) The US base salary range for this full-time position at the commencement of employment is listed below. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary short-term and long-term incentives (bonus and equity). The final salary range is determined by job related experience, skills and location. The range displays our typical hiring range for new hire salaries in US locations only. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. San Francisco Salary Range$128,400—$160,500 USD San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Why we care so much about Belonging. We're dedicated to helping the whole Planet, and to do that we must strive to represent all of it within each of our offices and on all of our teams. That's why Planet is guided by an ultimate north star of Belonging-dreaming big as we approach our ongoing work. If this job intrigues you, but you're thinking you might not have all the qualifications, please... do apply! At Planet, we are looking for well-rounded people from around the world who can contribute to more ways than just what is listed in this job description. We don't just fill positions, we aspire to fulfill people's careers, most excited about folks who are motivated by our underlying humanitarian efforts. We are a few orbits around the sun before we get to where we want to be, so we hope you're excited to come along for the ride. EEO statement: Planet is committed to building a community where everyone belongs and we invite people from all backgrounds to apply. Planet is an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. ___ Accommodations: Planet is an inclusive community and we know that everyone has their own needs. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during the hiring process, please reach out to or contact your recruiter with your request. Your message will be confidential and we will be happy to assist you. Privacy Policy: By clicking "Apply Now" at the top of this job posting, I acknowledge that I have read the ___, and hereby consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of my personal information as described therein. Privacy Policy (European Applicants): By clicking "Apply Now" at the top of this job posting, I acknowledge that I have read the ___, and hereby consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of my personal information as described therein. AI in Our Interviewing Process: Planet is committed to providing an exceptional interview experience for all candidates. We are currently exploring AI interviewing technologies to better focus on candidates and less on trying to capture notes. As such, with the candidate's consent, select interviews may be recorded and include a Planet AI Notetaker for transcription and summarization purposes. Should an interview involve use of AI interview technologies, the candidate will receive notification and have the ability to opt out both in advance and/or real-time. Opting out will not affect one's candidacy. Candidate AI Policy: Planet embraces Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools, and we encourage its responsible use. We understand that candidates may use various resources, including AI tools, to prepare for interviews and assessments. However, during any live interview stage or when actively completing assessments for this position, the use of AI tools-e.g. Large Language Models (LLMs), deep fake technology, etc.-is strictly prohibited unless explicitly prompted by an interviewer or assessment instructions. If you are unsure about acceptable use, please contact your recruiter for clarification. If an AI tool or similar technology is desired as an accommodation, please contact with your request for assistance. Your message will be confidential, and we will be happy to assist you. Violation of this policy may result in disqualification of your application.

Welcome to Planet. We believe in using space to help life on Earth. Planet designs, builds, and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history. This constellation delivers an unprecedented dataset of empirical information via a revolutionary cloud-based platform to authoritative figures in commercial, environmental, and humanitarian sectors. We are both a space company and data company all rolled into one. Customers and users across the globe use Planet's data to develop new technologies, drive revenue, power research, and solve our world's toughest obstacles. As we control every component of hardware design, manufacturing, data processing, and software engineering, our office is a truly inspiring mix of experts from a variety of domains. We have a people-centric approach toward culture and community and we strive to iterate in a way that puts our team members first and prepares our company for growth. Join Planet and be a part of our mission to change the way people see the world. Planet is a global company with employees working remotely world wide and joining us from offices in San Francisco, Washington DC, Germany, Austria, Slovenia, and The Netherlands. About the Role: The Mechanical Engineering team at Planet is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to help drive the design of key spacecraft subsystems across Planet's fleet of Earth-imaging satellites! Your mission will be to champion our spacecraft design efforts, from the subsystem level, all the way up to the top-level spacecraft. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned mechanical designer who has led mechanical subsystem development across multiple programs from conceptual design through manufacturing and testing and into flight. As a member of the Mechanical Engineering team within Planet's Space Systems division, you will be a key contributor and stakeholder in Planet's agile aerospace approach to spacecraft design, and will work closely with Planet Mechanical Engineering Team, Qualification Team, and Manufacturing team as well as the rest of Planet's leading-edge spacecraft design teams. This is a full-time, hybrid role which will require you to work from our San Francisco office 3 days per week. Impact You'll Own: • Own the mechanical design on key spacecraft subsystems across Planet's satellite fleet, • Drive documentation and presentation of new designs throughout design phases and reviews, • Collaborate with structural analysis team to drive/perform analyses on key spacecraft subsystems to meet stiffness and strength requirements, • Drive part/assembly tolerancing using geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), and own release of drawing packages for part fabrication, • Perform design and analysis responsibilities, • Drive part/assembly design and fabrication at key subsystem vendors, • Collaborate with manufacturing team to implement key spacecraft design for manufacturing (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) features, • Support interface control document (ICD) development and size and develop interfaces for your subsystems, • Support test planning and qualification campaigns, • Support debugging and root-causing on-orbit anomalies and production, • 6+ years experience owning products from requirements, through conceptual and detailed component design, and into test and manufacturing, • 2+ years specifically in deployable solar array design including: panel architecture and trades, mechanisms design, and prototype, qualification, and productionization of all hardware, • Experience with design and fabrication of composites, photovoltaics, and metal components, • Experience with high level architecture design, developing ICDs, managing requirements and budgets for a subassembly, • Experience with dynamic hardware builds, test plan creation, and hardware validation, • Advanced in computer-aided design (CAD) software and Product Lifecycle Management software., • Solid experience using GD&T and ANSI Y14.5 to generate good quality, low cost parts, • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or other related engineering or science degree, • Ability to be self-motivated and responsible while working in a dynamic environment, • 2+ years of experience designing mechanisms, electromechanical components, or solar arrays, • Experience designing products for low or mid volume serial production and have a good understanding of the tradeoffs between manufacturing methods for these volumes, • Ability to drive manufacturers and DFM/DFA, • Experience in optics/opto-mechanical hardware, mechanisms, structures, and/or electronics/RF packaging, • Machine shop experience fabricating or modifying parts (CNC Mill/Router, Mill, Lathe, Laser Cutter, 3D printer) May 9, 2026 by 11:59pm PT EAR/ITAR Requirements: This position requires access to export-controlled information, and as such, employment (or hiring of a contractor) is contingent upon the candidate's ability to access all applicable export-controlled information without additional export licensing being required by the Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. Benefits While Working at Planet: These offerings are dependent on employment type and geographical location, based upon applicable law or company policy. • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans, • Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution, • Generous Paid Time Off in addition to holidays and company-wide days off, • 16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave, • Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), • Home Office Reimbursement, • Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement, • Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning, • Equity, • Commuter Benefits (if local to an office) The US base salary range for this full-time position at the commencement of employment is listed below. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary short-term and long-term incentives (bonus and equity). The final salary range is determined by job related experience, skills and location. The range displays our typical hiring range for new hire salaries in US locations only. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. San Francisco Salary Range$144,500—$180,600 USD San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Why we care so much about Belonging. We're dedicated to helping the whole Planet, and to do that we must strive to represent all of it within each of our offices and on all of our teams. That's why Planet is guided by an ultimate north star of Belonging-dreaming big as we approach our ongoing work. If this job intrigues you, but you're thinking you might not have all the qualifications, please... do apply! At Planet, we are looking for well-rounded people from around the world who can contribute to more ways than just what is listed in this job description. We don't just fill positions, we aspire to fulfill people's careers, most excited about folks who are motivated by our underlying humanitarian efforts. We are a few orbits around the sun before we get to where we want to be, so we hope you're excited to come along for the ride. EEO statement: Planet is committed to building a community where everyone belongs and we invite people from all backgrounds to apply. Planet is an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. ___ Accommodations: Planet is an inclusive community and we know that everyone has their own needs. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during the hiring process, please reach out to or contact your recruiter with your request. Your message will be confidential and we will be happy to assist you. Privacy Policy: By clicking "Apply Now" at the top of this job posting, I acknowledge that I have read the ___, and hereby consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of my personal information as described therein. Privacy Policy (European Applicants): By clicking "Apply Now" at the top of this job posting, I acknowledge that I have read the ___, and hereby consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of my personal information as described therein. AI in Our Interviewing Process: Planet is committed to providing an exceptional interview experience for all candidates. We are currently exploring AI interviewing technologies to better focus on candidates and less on trying to capture notes. As such, with the candidate's consent, select interviews may be recorded and include a Planet AI Notetaker for transcription and summarization purposes. Should an interview involve use of AI interview technologies, the candidate will receive notification and have the ability to opt out both in advance and/or real-time. Opting out will not affect one's candidacy. Candidate AI Policy: Planet embraces Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools, and we encourage its responsible use. We understand that candidates may use various resources, including AI tools, to prepare for interviews and assessments. However, during any live interview stage or when actively completing assessments for this position, the use of AI tools-e.g. Large Language Models (LLMs), deep fake technology, etc.-is strictly prohibited unless explicitly prompted by an interviewer or assessment instructions. If you are unsure about acceptable use, please contact your recruiter for clarification. If an AI tool or similar technology is desired as an accommodation, please contact with your request for assistance. Your message will be confidential, and we will be happy to assist you. Violation of this policy may result in disqualification of your application.

Job Description Job Title: Facilities Maintenance Mechanic/Building Engineer Job Description The Facilities Maintenance Mechanic will be responsible for the daily maintenance and repair of airport building facilities. This includes work on elevators, conveyor systems, mechanical systems, lighting systems, communications/radio systems, air handling/HVAC units, fire systems, plumbing systems, and more. The role may involve working with PLC electronic systems, computer controls, and steel frame structures. Responsibilities • Perform maintenance and repair on building facilities including elevators, mechanical systems, and HVAC units., • Work on lighting, communications/radio systems, and fire systems., • Conduct preventive maintenance and electrical troubleshooting., • Make low and high voltage repairs to electrical equipment, including 110/220/480 volt single and multiphase circuitry., • Read and follow wiring schematics independently., • Thorough knowledge of general building maintenance with an emphasis on electrical troubleshooting., • Experience in industrial wiring and the ability to read wiring schematics., • Ability to make high and low voltage electrical repairs., • Need to have a good background around 480V., • Need to have a good background in mechanical maintenance and repair around conveyer systems and other mechanical systems., • Need to have done work with Building Maintenance Systems (BMS)., • Experience in electrical diagnostics and troubleshooting., • Possess a valid, clean state driver's license., • Journeyman electrical license is a plus., • Experience in HVAC, mechanical systems, and structural steel frame construction., • Ability to climb and work from ladders and walk for extended periods., • Moderate lifting capability., • Candidates must have their own tools. Enjoy a $20,000 sign-on bonus, with half paid after 30 days and the remainder after 12 months. Benefit from a competitive pay structure, including swing shift differentials and yearly pay increases, reaching up to $60.00 per hour after 8 years. Join a supportive work environment with extremely competitive benefits and opportunities to bid into other stations across the network after a 6-month probationary period. Work Environment The role involves working both inside and outside airport terminals, requiring flexibility for all shifts, including weekends and holidays. The position requires working in all weather conditions, and candidates will be represented by the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT). New employees must join the union within ninety days of employment, with an initiation fee and monthly dues. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of San Francisco, CA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $84198.00 - $84198.00/yr. We offer competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k), pension and flight privileges (subject to the respective collective bargaining agreement). See attached SOP. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in San Francisco,CA. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 16, 2026. About Aerotek: We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. Company DescriptionWe know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Astranis builds advanced satellites for high orbits, expanding humanity’s reach into the solar system. Today, Astranis satellites provide dedicated, secure networks to highly-sophisticated customers across the globe— large enterprises, sovereign governments, and the US military. With five satellites on orbit and many more set to launch soon, the company is servicing a backlog of more than $1 billion of commercial contracts. Astranis is the preferred satellite communications partner for buyers with stringent requirements for uptime, data security, network visibility, and customization. Astranis has raised over $750 million from some of the world’s best investors, from Andreessen Horowitz to Blackrock and Fidelity, and employs a team of 450 engineers and entrepreneurs. Astranis designs, builds, and operates its satellites out of its 153,000 sq. ft. headquarters in Northern California, USA. Automation & Controls Engineer In this role, you’ll design, implement, and optimize automated systems for various assets and equipment that support the manufacturing and test of our spacecraft. You'll work at the intersection of hardware and software, driving efficiency, scalability, and precision across critical production workflows. If you're passionate about control systems, industrial automation, and enabling missions that connect the world, we want to hear from you. Role • Design and develop custom automation solutions and software solutions across a range of new and existing production assets, • Commission, deploy infrastructure, and maintain automation tools on the production floor, • Create supervisory tools that aggregate sensor systems to monitor processes, ensure operator safety, and track factory status and performance, • Design user interfaces that make complex machines easy to control and troubleshoot, • Implement advanced control strategies (e.g. PID control) and develop programmable logic controller (PLC) systems to improve automation precision, repeatability, and responsiveness across production workflows, • Develop clear process and training documentation to support adoption and maintenance of automated solutions, • Generate electrical schematics and documentation to support system integration and troubleshooting Requirements • Bachelor's degree in a science or engineering discipline, • 2-5 years of working experience in hardware software integration or software controls, • Experience using Python, SQL, and relational databases, • Experience with control systems engineering, including PID tuning, PLC programming, and industrial automation for manufacturing or test environments, • Proven track record delivering turnkey solutions in a production environment, • Experience developing and executing test plans and test procedures from requirements, • Strong systems level troubleshooting and debugging, • Must be onsite 5 days a week Bonus • Hands-on experience using data acquisition systems, • Experience with space flight components and spacecraft environmental testing, • Experience with designing and building electrical harnesses and connectors, • Knowledge of UNIX and Linux operating systems, • Knowledge of serial and fieldbus protocols (RS232, RS485, ModBus, VISA), • Knowledge of Ethernet protocols TCP/IP, UDP, DNS, HTTPS, VNET, EtherCat, • Experience with Beckhoff TwinCat3 IDE, Structured Text (IEC 61131-3), Infosys, • Experience with Hardware-in-the-Loop systems What we offer: All our positions offer a compensation package that includes equity and robust benefits. Base pay is just one component of Astranis’s total rewards package. Your compensation also includes a significant equity package via incentive stock options, high-quality company-subsidized healthcare, disability and life insurance, 401(k) retirement planning, flexible PTO, and free on-site catered meals. Astranis pay ranges are informed and defined through professional-grade salary surveys and compensation data sources. The actual base salary offered to a successful candidate will additionally be influenced by a variety of factors including experience, credentials & certifications, educational attainment, skill level requirements, and the level and scope of the position. Base Salary $130,000 - $150,000 USD U.S. Citizenship, Lawful Permanent Residency, or Refugee/Asylee Status Required (To comply with U.S. Government space technology export regulations, applicant must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the United States, or other protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) Our mission and our products are meant to connect the world and everyone in it, regardless of gender, race, creed, or any other distinction. We believe in a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage all people to join our team and bring their unique perspective to help make us stronger.

Welcome to Planet. We believe in using space to help life on Earth. Planet designs, builds, and operates the largest constellation of imaging satellites in history. This constellation delivers an unprecedented dataset of empirical information via a revolutionary cloud-based platform to authoritative figures in commercial, environmental, and humanitarian sectors. We are both a space company and data company all rolled into one. Customers and users across the globe use Planet's data to develop new technologies, drive revenue, power research, and solve our world's toughest obstacles. As we control every component of hardware design, manufacturing, data processing, and software engineering, our office is a truly inspiring mix of experts from a variety of domains. We have a people-centric approach toward culture and community and we strive to iterate in a way that puts our team members first and prepares our company for growth. Join Planet and be a part of our mission to change the way people see the world. Planet is a global company with employees working remotely world wide and joining us from offices in San Francisco, Washington DC, Germany, Austria, Slovenia, and The Netherlands. About the Role: The Mechanical Engineering team at Planet is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to help drive the design of key spacecraft subsystems across Planet's fleet of Earth-imaging satellites! Your mission will be to champion our spacecraft design efforts, from the subsystem level, all the way up to the top-level spacecraft. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned mechanical designer who has led mechanical subsystem development across multiple programs from conceptual design through manufacturing and testing and into flight. As a member of the Mechanical Engineering team within Planet's Space Systems division, you will be a key contributor and stakeholder in Planet's agile aerospace approach to spacecraft design, and will work closely with Planet Mechanical Engineering Team, Qualification Team, and Manufacturing team as well as the rest of Planet's leading-edge spacecraft design teams. This is a full-time, hybrid role which will require you to work from our San Francisco office 3 days per week. Impact You'll Own: • Own the mechanical design on key spacecraft subsystems across Planet's satellite fleet, • Drive documentation and presentation of new designs throughout design phases and reviews, • Collaborate with structural analysis team to drive/perform analyses on key spacecraft subsystems to meet stiffness and strength requirements, • Drive part/assembly tolerancing using geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), and own release of drawing packages for part fabrication, • Perform design and analysis responsibilities, • Drive part/assembly design and fabrication at key subsystem vendors, • Collaborate with manufacturing team to implement key spacecraft design for manufacturing (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) features, • Support interface control document (ICD) development and size and develop interfaces for your subsystems, • Support test planning and qualification campaigns, • Support debugging and root-causing on-orbit anomalies and production, • 6+ years experience owning products from requirements, through conceptual design, and into test and manufacturing, • 4+ years of experience specifically in electronics packaging at the PCB/A and chassis level design for high density digital, analog, RF, optical, and/or power electronics, • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or other related engineering or science degree, • Advanced in computer-aided design (CAD) software and Product Lifecycle Management software., • Solid experience using GD&T and ANSI Y14.5 to generate good quality, low cost parts, • Experience with design and fabrication of composites and metal components, • Hands-on experience with dynamic hardware builds, test plan creation, and hardware validation, • Ability to be self-motivated and responsible while working in a dynamic environment, • Experience in thermal hardware design, mechanisms, and/or structures, • Experience designing products for low or mid volume serial production and have a good understanding of the tradeoffs between manufacturing methods for these volumes, • Ability to drive manufacturers and DFM/DFA, • Machine shop experience fabricating or modifying parts (CNC Mill/Router, Mill, Lathe, Laser Cutter, 3D printer) May 5, 2026 at 11:59p PT EAR/ITAR Requirements: This position requires access to export-controlled information, and as such, employment (or hiring of a contractor) is contingent upon the candidate's ability to access all applicable export-controlled information without additional export licensing being required by the Bureau of Industry and Security and/or the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls. Benefits While Working at Planet: These offerings are dependent on employment type and geographical location, based upon applicable law or company policy. • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans, • Health Savings Account (HSA) with a company contribution, • Generous Paid Time Off in addition to holidays and company-wide days off, • 16 Weeks of Paid Parental Leave, • Wellness Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP), • Home Office Reimbursement, • Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement, • Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning, • Equity, • Commuter Benefits (if local to an office) The US base salary range for this full-time position at the commencement of employment is listed below. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary short-term and long-term incentives (bonus and equity). The final salary range is determined by job related experience, skills and location. The range displays our typical hiring range for new hire salaries in US locations only. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. San Francisco Salary Range$144,500—$180,600 USD San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Why we care so much about Belonging. We're dedicated to helping the whole Planet, and to do that we must strive to represent all of it within each of our offices and on all of our teams. That's why Planet is guided by an ultimate north star of Belonging-dreaming big as we approach our ongoing work. If this job intrigues you, but you're thinking you might not have all the qualifications, please... do apply! At Planet, we are looking for well-rounded people from around the world who can contribute to more ways than just what is listed in this job description. We don't just fill positions, we aspire to fulfill people's careers, most excited about folks who are motivated by our underlying humanitarian efforts. We are a few orbits around the sun before we get to where we want to be, so we hope you're excited to come along for the ride. EEO statement: Planet is committed to building a community where everyone belongs and we invite people from all backgrounds to apply. Planet is an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. ___ Accommodations: Planet is an inclusive community and we know that everyone has their own needs. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation during the hiring process, please reach out to or contact your recruiter with your request. Your message will be confidential and we will be happy to assist you. Privacy Policy: By clicking "Apply Now" at the top of this job posting, I acknowledge that I have read the ___, and hereby consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of my personal information as described therein. Privacy Policy (European Applicants): By clicking "Apply Now" at the top of this job posting, I acknowledge that I have read the ___, and hereby consent to the collection, processing, use, and storage of my personal information as described therein. AI in Our Interviewing Process: Planet is committed to providing an exceptional interview experience for all candidates. We are currently exploring AI interviewing technologies to better focus on candidates and less on trying to capture notes. As such, with the candidate's consent, select interviews may be recorded and include a Planet AI Notetaker for transcription and summarization purposes. Should an interview involve use of AI interview technologies, the candidate will receive notification and have the ability to opt out both in advance and/or real-time. Opting out will not affect one's candidacy. Candidate AI Policy: Planet embraces Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools, and we encourage its responsible use. We understand that candidates may use various resources, including AI tools, to prepare for interviews and assessments. However, during any live interview stage or when actively completing assessments for this position, the use of AI tools-e.g. Large Language Models (LLMs), deep fake technology, etc.-is strictly prohibited unless explicitly prompted by an interviewer or assessment instructions. If you are unsure about acceptable use, please contact your recruiter for clarification. If an AI tool or similar technology is desired as an accommodation, please contact with your request for assistance. Your message will be confidential, and we will be happy to assist you. Violation of this policy may result in disqualification of your application.

We are seeking a founding avionics engineer to lead integration from prototype through first full-scale vehicle. Own avionics systems end-to-end, including flight computers, sensors, communications, and system architecture. Define avionics architecture (computing, sensors, comms, redundancy).

A pioneering satellite technology firm in San Francisco is looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to develop flight software for their satellites. In this role, you will collaborate with different engineering teams and ensure the reliable function of the software on spacecraft hardware.

A leading space technology company in San Francisco is looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to develop software for flight computers and Earth Station hubs.

As a senior electrical engineer on the Avionics team, you will lead designs for subsystems that form the backbone of our satellites’ internal communication, power distribution, sensor aggregation, and flight computer systems.

Knowledge of remote pilot interface systems, autopilot tuning, and mission control workflows. You'll lead both developmental and operational flight testing, acting as the remote pilot in command (RPIC) while coordinating test logistics, flight procedures, and safety operations. This role bridges eng

Job DescriptionAbout Zipline Zipline is the world's largest and most experienced autonomous delivery service, founded to serve all humans equally by ensuring access to essential goods anytime, anywhere. We design, build, and operate the world's largest autonomous logistics system, delivering critical supplies quickly and reliably. Today, Zipline operates on four continents, makes a delivery somewhere in the world every 30 seconds, and has completed millions of deliveries including blood, vaccines, medical supplies, food, and commercial products. Our customers include healthcare systems, governments, retailers, and global brands who rely on us to save lives, reduce emissions, increase economic opportunity, and provide new logistics services at scale. Our technology goes beyond drones. We deploy integrated logistics infrastructure that strengthens supply chains, reduces congestion, and enables instant delivery, transforming how essential goods reach people everywhere. With more than 140 million commercial autonomous miles safely flown, Zipline is redefining access to healthcare, consumer products, and food across the globe. We operate at a global scale and are looking for practical problem solvers who thrive on real-world challenges and rapid growth. Our team is motivated by building systems that have a direct, meaningful impact on people's lives and by scaling the future of logistics. About You and the Role The Zipline Maps team is responsible for producing the high-precision geospatial data that our fully autonomous drones need to safely and reliably navigate complex urban environments—flying from fulfillment centers directly to homes, businesses, and other delivery locations. We build and maintain systems for collecting and aggregating spatial data from a variety of sources, validating our flight routes over the latest information, and providing geospatial services to stakeholders across the company. We use these tools to measure and manage risk and ensure regulatory compliance in each jurisdiction. As Zipline grows, the imperatives of scale are driving the development of robust systems that enable distributed teams to manage geographic data around the world. We analyze the accuracy of elevation models, estimate and track the completeness of ground feature datasets, evaluate the impact of new distribution centers, model an evolving regulatory landscape, and keep everything up-to-date as time passes and the world changes around us. As a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer, you'll play a critical role in shaping the systems that bridge complex backend services with human operators around the world. You'll collaborate with designers, product managers, and map editors to deliver elegant user interfaces that turn sophisticated data and workflows into simple, intuitive experiences. This role is not just about building features—it's about creating the face of Zipline's technology. From operational dashboards that track thousands of daily deliveries, to interfaces that help regulators evaluate safety and compliance, to design systems that empower our entire engineering org, your work will directly influence how the world interacts with autonomous delivery at scale. What You'll Bring • 8+ years of experience building and maintaining production web applications, • 3+ years of experience leading frontend projects, driving architectural decisions, and mentoring other engineers, • Strong expertise with Rust, Python, React (or similar frameworks), and modern full-stack tools, • Experience building component libraries and design systems that balance flexibility with consistency, • A customer-obsessed mindset, with the drive to continuously improve products in close feedback loops with real users 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! Please Note We have received reports stating that certain individuals are reaching out to people under false pretenses, claiming to be Zipline employees, affiliates, agents, or representatives. They may seek to gain access to your personal information or to acquire money from you by offering fictitious employment opportunities or by claiming that they are contacting you on Zipline's behalf. Genuine Zipline employees or representatives will never ask you for money or payment in exchange for employment opportunities or other related services. Any such offer of employment or any other service in exchange for fees that claims to be from us is deceitful and part of a fraud. If you believe you have been targeted by a fraudulent party, we ask that you immediately get in touch with us via email at upon receiving a suspicious offer or claim.

Job Description Lead Payload Systems Engineer Location: Moriarty, New Mexico Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site Who Are We: Sceye is a high-growth technology company, building the next generation of instant communications, imaging and remote sensing infrastructure through stratospheric platforms. Our lighter-than-air high-altitude platform systems (LTA HAPS) are capable of maintaining position over an operational area in the stratosphere (altitudes of 18 – 21km). They can carry multiple telecommunications, imaging and remote sensing payloads, providing unique functionality, cost, environmental and societal advantages. Our HAPS be deployed in a matter of days and at a fraction of the cost of traditional infrastructure solutions. This makes them an ideal solution for providing telecommunications connectivity, emergency solutions in the event of natural or other disasters, environmental and infrastructure monitoring, Earth observation and a range of defense applications. Our customers & partners include some of the largest global telecommunications companies, infrastructure operators, climate researchers, civil and defense agencies. At Sceye, we aim high, and we want you to join us at the stratospheric edge of innovation. As part of our mission-driven team, you’ll contribute to building breakthrough technologies that are changing the way we connect and observe the world. We are looking for individuals who bring not only deep expertise but also bold vision and an unwavering commitment to excellence. About the Position: The Lead Payload Systems Engineer will serve as the technical authority and systems/ integration lead for all payload systems onboard our High-Altitude Platform (HAPS). This role is responsible for end-to-end payload lifecycle - from requirements definition and interface design through integration, test, and flight readiness. The ideal candidate combines strong systems engineering fundamentals with hands-on experience in integrating multi-sensor or communications payloads into complex flight systems. Lead Payload Systems Engineer will lead Sceye’s payload operations, overseeing the design, integration, testing, and deployment of mission payloads across multiple programs. You will be responsible for the entire payload lifecycle — from concept and development through flight operations and data delivery. The ideal candidate brings both systems-level thinking and hands-on technical expertise in aerospace payloads, instrumentation, or remote sensing systems. What You’ll Do: • Payload System Ownership, • Lead the technical integration of all payloads (e.g., EO, telecom, hyperspectral, LiDAR, radar, or custom sensor systems) into the flight platform., • Define and maintain the payload-to-platform interface requirements (mechanical, electrical, data, thermal, and RF)., • Ensure payload design meets platform-level performance, safety, and mission requirements., • Integration & Verification, • Develop and execute payload integration, verification, and validation (IV&V) plans for lab, ground, and flight environments., • Coordinate payload integration testing — mechanical fit checks, EMI/EMC, thermal-vacuum, vibration, and functional performance., • Lead troubleshooting, anomaly resolution, and root-cause analysis during integration and flight test campaigns., • Cross-Functional Leadership, • Collaborate closely with Systems Engineering, Avionics, Flight Operations, and Mission Planning teams to ensure seamless payload integration., • Act as primary technical interface with payload vendors, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with interface control documents (ICDs)., • Drive design reviews (PDR, CDR, TRR) for payload subsystems and contribute to platform-level reviews., • Documentation & Compliance, • Own and maintain payload-related documentation: interface control documents (ICDs), configuration management, and test reports., • Ensure payloads meet applicable aerospace standards and regulatory requirements (FCC, FAA, ITAR/EAR, etc.)., • Support creation of flight-readiness documentation and mission assurance reviews., • Innovation & Continuous Improvement, • Identify and implement design and process improvements that enhance payload integration efficiency, reduce mass/power budgets, and increase reliability., • Contribute to system-level architecture studies for future payload capabilities and missions. What We’re Looking For: • Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Physics, or related field., • 10+ years of experience in payload systems design, integration, and operations., • Proven track record managing complex payloads with multiple interfaces and stakeholders., • Deep understanding of systems engineering principles, configuration management, and verification processes., • Experience with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA) and system modeling tools (e.g., DOORS, Cameo, SysML)., • Strong understanding of electrical power systems, data buses (Ethernet, SpaceWire, CAN), and RF architectures., • Proven leadership of complex, multi-disciplinary aerospace or satellite projects., • Strong understanding of EO/IR sensors, data processing, and communication payloads., • Experience with systems engineering, verification & validation, and flight operations., • Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills. Preferred: • Master’s degree or higher in a relevant engineering or scientific discipline., • Experience with HAPS, LEO satellites, UAVs, or high-altitude systems., • Knowledge of FAA and NASA payload integration standards. What We Offer: At Sceye, we’re building more than high-altitude platforms—we’re building a workplace where people (and their pups) thrive. Here’s what you’ll enjoy: • Chef-Prepared Lunches – Fresh, onsite meals to keep you fueled and focused., • Snacks & Refreshments – Enjoy a variety of snacks and drinks available throughout the day., • Wellness Perks – Access to a gym, pickleball court, and an outdoor dog kennel., • Dog-Friendly Environment – Bring your four-legged friends to work and enjoy a pet-welcoming space., • Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance, with over 82% of premiums covered—and 100% for everything else., • 401(k) with Match – Company contributions that are yours from day one., • High-Performance Culture – Join a collaborative, inclusive environment where your work helps shape the future of aerospace. Equal Opportunity Employer: Sceye is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, especially those who bring unique perspectives and experiences that can help us grow and innovate. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us—we’re happy to assist.

Job DescriptionABOUT ZIPLINE Zipline is the world's largest and most experienced autonomous delivery service, founded to serve all humans equally by ensuring access to essential goods anytime, anywhere. We design, build, and operate the world's largest autonomous logistics system, delivering critical supplies quickly and reliably. Today, Zipline operates on four continents, makes a delivery somewhere in the world every 30 seconds, and has completed millions of deliveries including blood, vaccines, medical supplies, food, and commercial products. Our customers include healthcare systems, governments, retailers, and global brands who rely on us to save lives, reduce emissions, increase economic opportunity, and provide new logistics services at scale. Our technology goes beyond drones. We deploy integrated logistics infrastructure that strengthens supply chains, reduces congestion, and enables instant delivery, transforming how essential goods reach people everywhere. With more than 140 million commercial autonomous miles safely flown, Zipline is redefining access to healthcare, consumer products, and food across the globe. We operate at a global scale and are looking for practical problem solvers who thrive on real-world challenges and rapid growth. Our team is motivated by building systems that have a direct, meaningful impact on people's lives and by scaling the future of logistics. ABOUT YOU AND THE ROLE Does quickly developing multiple iterations of systems to test novel components through the extreme environments demanded of aerospace applications sound like the way you want to spend your time? Do you love designing tests for cross-functional interfaces with little information, full ownership, and the responsibility to make it happen? At Zipline our work is intended for the field. Patients are counting on it today--there is no time for aiming low or coming up short. If leveraging your talent to drive manufacturing test, design validation, and managing technical risk with a small but dedicated team at your side sounds like your cup of tea, please read on. Zipline is at the forefront of a logistics revolution: We design, manufacture, and operate our own fleet of autonomous drones to make deliveries of supplies to people in need within minutes, 7 days a week. We are hiring Harnessing and Interconnect Integration Test Engineers within the Avionics Department. We are a hardware engineering organization with mechanical, electrical, embedded systems, test software, and test engineering all responsible for the design and validation of flight hardware and operations equipment. This role is critical to the integration, reliability, and success of the overall vehicle, pulling together cross-functional stakeholders and performing design validation to ensure our vehicles are ready to fly in commercial operations. We are working on a product that can be deployed in hours, integrate seamlessly with our customers, and operate without human intervention while being deployed worldwide at scale. WHAT YOU'LL DO As a member of the Avionics Test Team you will be responsible for cradle-to-grave design validation and implementation of test systems used to develop and prove concept functionality and key reliability metrics on Zipline systems. You will be directly responsible for all interconnect and harnessing systems, some of which are well defined, and others which will require you to do critical analysis and validation to ensure we are delivering a product that will WOW our customers. To accomplish this you will need to do the following: • Work closely with the design and reliability teams to generate requirements for product design validation and test assets that accurately capture the intended function of the vehicle while leaving the door open for automation and high volume capacity., • Work closely with integration and production on handling best practices and vehicle-integration., • Explore and define product edge cases based on data you collect from the field, existing logs, component and system test, and in anticipation of future use cases and environments., • Design, build, and maintain critical test assets and equipment for production and design validation., • Manage test development and design derisk for early stage designs. This will include ruthlessly prioritizing where our efforts must be spent to get the most out of every precious day., • Pivot often as we navigate uncertain regulatory space and learn more about what it will take to really wow our customers in real-world environments. WHAT YOU'LL BRING * • Strong mechanical and test engineer fundamentals. You understand the theory behind good design decisions and have a proven track record of executing complex design validation test campaigns for requirement verification., • Design for user experience of harnessing and interconnect test systems. You can develop a machine that accomplishes complex interactions reliably and can be used by anyone with minimal training., • Cross functional integration and design definition of key vehicle interfaces and clear communication to multiple stakeholders., • Cross functional team management experience such that you can balance the needs of structures, aero, embedded, and software engineering teams to create one product that works for all., • Understand when we can get away with a quick and dirty or scrappy solution and when it is worth our time and money to make investments in the future., • Must be eligible to work in the US The starting cash range for this role is $130,000 - $180,000. 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 PykaPyka’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 CO2 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 OverviewPyka is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our experienced and enthusiastic team of engineers. In this role, you will take ownership over a variety of mechanical components and subsystems on the aircraft and support them from conceptualization through serial production. Our Mechanical Engineering team members work closely with Manufacturing Engineers, Flight Test Engineers, and other Mechanical Engineers to design, test, and iterate on mechanical components and assemblies. This role is not for the faint of heart - the Pyka ME team handles the same amount of hardware as teams 10x the size. You’ll have the opportunity to work with a team that moves extremely quickly with significant opportunities for ownership/contribution, professional development, and growth. Some of the first projects you will work on include:- Improve the design of several existing components for better manufacturability, useability and durability. - Thoroughly validate environmental requirements on aircraft parts, materials and assemblies- Lead the investigation, root causing, solution creation, and solution validation of hardware bugs that come up during field testing. As a Mechanical Engineer at Pyka, you will be central to supporting our existing fleet of aircraft as well as developing the next generation through continuous learning and iteration.Responsibilities • Take on “Design Responsible Engineer” responsibilities for several mechanical design components. You will take these from initial requirement definition, all the way through serial production and support of the product in the field., • Work with Senior Engineers on the conceptual design, prototyping, testing, iteration and documentation of flight critical mechanical parts and assemblies., • Create and maintain 3D CAD, drawings and manufacturing documents with meticulous attention to detail., • Work with manufacturing teams to build tools and processes to facilitate the manufacture of in-house parts and subsystems., • Communicate closely with external suppliers and fabricators to ensure receipt of quality products, on time.Preferred Qualifications, • 1-4+ years of professional experience in mechanical design, • An inquisitive attitude with an ability to quickly and deftly research new topics, and try new things., • Experience designing, performing structural analysis, and supporting the manufacture of composite structures., • Experience designing parts for a wide range of manufacturing processes including 3D printing, CNC machining, injection molding, and sheet metal, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; the ideal candidate is not afraid to ask for clarification or give feedback., • Experience in any 3D CAD package (Solidworks, NX, Inventor)., • Experience using FEA and hand calculations to validate a wide variety of mechanical design decisions (stress/strain, thermal, fatigue)., • Excitement to be in a prototyping shop building things with your hands., • We understand that candidates bring different strengths and experiences, and you don’t need to meet every qualification to be considered. If this role excites you, we’d love to learn more about you. You may be a great fit even if your background doesn’t align perfectly with the list.Compensation & Benefits, • $101,000 - 121,000 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

Job Description About You and The Role As a Senior Software Engineer - Hardware Test at Zipline you will have the unique opportunity to develop and deploy high quality software that will power our automated testers for our next-generation of P2 hardware. By developing these tests you will gain a deep understanding of our avionics stack, flight and embedded code, and vehicle-sensors. You will own these test systems from early prototype design all the way to field/production root-cause, driving schedules and deliverables, interfacing with vendors and bridging cross-functional teams with a reliability and safety focus. Most importantly, your work will directly contribute to the design of future vehicles and verification of our next-generation aircraft. You are the last line of defense with our production testers before our vehicles are shipped all over the world to perform vital, life-saving deliveries. What You'll Do • Architect, develop, and deploy test software and test assets that will be used to validate components from avionics boards, sensors, instrumentation, and mechanism assemblies., • Develop automation-centric software scripts to streamline design and production testing., • Develop a deep understanding of components under test becoming a subject matter expert in the component's behavior under a range of environmental, performance, and system conditions., • Coordinate cross-functional teams and external vendors to deploy high quality test systems in a timely manner to support vehicle-builds., • Drive end-to-end test campaigns from development through design validation, certification, and production automation (often working all facets simultaneously)., • Triage and root-cause field failures, using data analysis, test heritage, correlation to operating conditions, and one-off test campaigns., • Develop automation software scripts and visualization tools to streamline design and production testing.What You'll Bring, • 5+ years of programming experience in Python for high volume production applications (manufacturing/EOL software development experience). Some knowledge of embedded C and ability to understand Rust is desired., • Experience with object oriented programming., • Experience building automation systems for use in safety-critical and factory applications., • Experience working with Git / CI and the software development and validation process., • Experience developing software that interfaces directly with hardware including navigating datasheets and validating hands-on with representative hardware., • Experience developing test plans, test requirements, and test criteria for hardware products., • Experience using and deep understanding of common test instrumentation and data acquisition hardware., • Experience solving complex multidisciplinary problems with little supervision on schedule as an individual or as a member of an integrated team. 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 PykaPyka’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 CO2 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 looking for an Electrical Engineer to join our experienced and enthusiastic team of engineers. In this role, you will be responsible for system level and component level design and testing across a wide range of subsystems. Below is a list of current hardware projects that you will contribute to. Your roles and responsibilities will vary significantly from one week to the next. * Dual-computer flight computer with multiply redundant power distribution system for actuators and avionics * High power density motor controller (30kW ~ 100kW) * BMS/Contact controller for redundant battery system * Air data board * Electronics for spray systems * Various PCBs to streamline testing of the above hardware Candidates who thrive in fast-paced environments working with a small team will love this role. Responsibilities • Develop complex electrical subsystems involving FPGA, microprocessors, power, analog, and sensor integrations, • Complete the entire PCBA design cycle including architecture selection, component selection, schematic design, PCB layout, and working with manufacturers, • Test and validate subsystems to meet performance and reliability requirements, • Work with cross-functional teams (Mechanical Engineering, Software, and Flight Testing) on aircraft integration and system level testing, • Occasional travel (approximately one week every 2-3 months) to customer sites to support new aircraft deployments or EE subsystem debugging, • Write design and testing documents, • We understand that candidates bring different strengths and experiences, and you don’t need to meet every qualification to be considered. If this role excites you, we’d love to learn more about you. You may be a great fit even if your background doesn’t align perfectly with the list.Preferred Qualifications, • 3+ years of hands-on experience designing and testing microprocessor based circuitry and interfaces to various peripherals; experience with (low to medium speed) FPGA is a plus, • Experience designing power electronics systems such as DC-DC converters, BMSs, and motor controllers, • Experience designing safety critical systems, considering system redundancy as well as failure mode and effects analysis, • Familiarity with general schematic design and PCB layout tools such as Altium, OrCAD, Allegro, Eagle, KiCad, etc., • Willingness to travel internationally for up to 10% of the time, • An inquisitive attitude with an ability to quickly and deftly research new topics and develop mastery of new subjects, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; the ideal candidate is not afraid to ask for clarification or give feedbackCompensation and Benefits • 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

Job DescriptionAbout Zipline Zipline is the world's largest and most experienced drone delivery service. We are on a mission to serve all humans equally by ensuring access to food, medicine and essential goods anytime, anywhere. We design, build, and operate the world's largest autonomous logistics system, delivering critical supplies quickly and reliably. Today, Zipline operates on four continents, makes a delivery somewhere in the world every 30 seconds, and has completed millions of deliveries to date, including blood, vaccines, medical supplies, food, and retail products. Our customers include the world's largest and most prominent healthcare systems, governments, retailers, restaurants and global businesses who rely on us to save lives, reduce emissions, increase economic opportunity, and provide delivery from point A to point B as fast as possible. The drone is only 15% of what we've built to enable seamless, reliable, global operations. Our system strengthens supply chains, reduces congestion, and gives people time back. With more than 140 million commercial autonomous miles safely flown, Zipline is redefining access to healthcare, consumer products, and food across the globe. We operate at a global scale and are looking for practical problem solvers who thrive on real-world challenges and rapid growth. Our team is motivated by building systems that have a direct, meaningful impact on people's lives and by scaling the future of logistics. We are seeking people who sculpt from first principles, enjoy facing adversity, and can do the impossible at record breaking speeds. 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. 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 power electronics focused avionics for our next generation aircraft. We are looking for an engineer with a strong foundation in board level design and an excellent grasp of electronics development, processes, and tools. As a Senior Electrical Engineer on the Powertrain team, you will be responsible for architecting and designing electronics including motor inverters, power distribution, battery management, fail-safe / safety, and communication and networking systems. These components are at the core of a new unmanned aerial system that will enable Zipline's impact to expand from 100,000 deliveries a 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 Powertrain team encounters many challenges when designing robust 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 be successful in a wide range of real-world environments. This means that our team is responsible for designs that are robust to broad ambient temperature ranges, can survive challenging waterproofing/ingress constraints, and maintain immunity to RF and ESD 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., • 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, 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, • Detailed Design: schematic capture, PCB layout, system integration, validation, • Production: quality, failure analysis, manufacturing, cost, • Deployment: troubleshoot field issues, develop rapid mitigations, roll learnings into future design revisions What You'll Bring • A degree in Electrical Engineering, Embedded Hardware Engineering or equivalent practical experience., • Minimum 5 years of design experience including: circuit analysis, schematic capture, PCB layout, packaging, and integration., • Past success developing electronics for critical systems in fields such as aerospace, transportation, or medical devices., • Experience with at least some of these desired:, • Hard-switching power converters, • Resonant power converters, • Motor drives, • Voltage, current, and temperature sensing analog front ends, • Simple digital logic, • Basic embedded communications busses (e.g. SPI, I2C, UART, CAN), • Higher speed communications (e.g. Ethernet, LVDS), • 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., • Must be able to work at Zipline's South San Francisco office., • Preferred: experience with practical aspects of carrying a design into mass production. This includes optimizing for cost, manufacturability, and yields. What Else You Need to Know The starting cash range for this role is $160,000 - $225,000. 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 Zipline Zipline is the world's largest and most experienced drone delivery service. We are on a mission to serve all humans equally by ensuring access to food, medicine and essential goods anytime, anywhere. We design, build, and operate the world's largest autonomous logistics system, delivering critical supplies quickly and reliably. Today, Zipline operates on four continents, makes a delivery somewhere in the world every 30 seconds, and has completed millions of deliveries to date, including blood, vaccines, medical supplies, food, and retail products. Our customers include the world's largest and most prominent healthcare systems, governments, retailers, restaurants and global businesses who rely on us to save lives, reduce emissions, increase economic opportunity, and provide delivery from point A to point B as fast as possible. The drone is only 15% of what we've built to enable seamless, reliable, global operations. Our system strengthens supply chains, reduces congestion, and gives people time back. With more than 140 million commercial autonomous miles safely flown, Zipline is redefining access to healthcare, consumer products, and food across the globe. We operate at a global scale and are looking for practical problem solvers who thrive on real-world challenges and rapid growth. Our team is motivated by building systems that have a direct, meaningful impact on people's lives and by scaling the future of logistics. We are seeking people who sculpt from first principles, enjoy facing adversity, and can do the impossible at record breaking speeds. ABOUT YOU AND THE ROLE The Avionics team is a group of hardware, software, and test 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 our team will be responsible for delivering high performance flight computers, communication, and navigation systems that are tightly integrated into the vehicle. These avionics 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 test engineer with a strong foundation in electrical engineering fundamentals and prior experience with manufacturing test, design validation, system performance characterization, and certificaiton. WHAT YOU'LL DO • Own the design validation and test planning efforts for our avionics products; including both design validation and manufacturing test., • Develop a deep understanding of components under test becoming a subject matter expert in the component's behavior under a range of environmental, performance, and system conditions., • Coordinate cross-functional teams and external vendors to deploy high quality test plans and test systems in a timely manner to support production timelines, • Drive end-to-end test campaigns from development through design validation, certification, and production (often working all facets simultaneously)., • Triage and root-cause field failures, using data analysis, test heritage, correlation to operating conditions, and one-off test campaigns., • Support the certification testing to enable our aircraft to fly in the real world.WHAT YOU'LL BRING, • 5+ years of experience in EE test engineering roles, with manufacturing test, system performance testing, certification, and design validation experience, • Bachelors and/or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering, • Past test engineering experience in sensors and electronics for critical systems in fields such as automotive, aerospace, transportation, or medical devices., • Test asset design validation for products in high-volume production environments., • Experience developing test plans, test requirements, test standards, and test criteria for hardware products, pcba's, and sensors, • Proficient in Python, Linux environments, and scripting languages such as Bash or Shell., • 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., • Must be eligible to work in the US. The starting cash range for this role is $145,000 - $185,000. 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; overtime pay; discretionary annual or performance bonuses; sales incentives; benefits such as medical, dental and vision insurance; paid time off; and more. 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 Zipline Zipline is the world's largest and most experienced drone delivery service. We are on a mission to serve all humans equally by ensuring access to food, medicine and essential goods anytime, anywhere. We design, build, and operate the world's largest autonomous logistics system, delivering critical supplies quickly and reliably. Today, Zipline operates on four continents, makes a delivery somewhere in the world every 30 seconds, and has completed millions of deliveries to date, including blood, vaccines, medical supplies, food, and retail products. Our customers include the world's largest and most prominent healthcare systems, governments, retailers, restaurants and global businesses who rely on us to save lives, reduce emissions, increase economic opportunity, and provide delivery from point A to point B as fast as possible. The drone is only 15% of what we've built to enable seamless, reliable, global operations. Our system strengthens supply chains, reduces congestion, and gives people time back. With more than 140 million commercial autonomous miles safely flown, Zipline is redefining access to healthcare, consumer products, and food across the globe. We operate at a global scale and are looking for practical problem solvers who thrive on real-world challenges and rapid growth. Our team is motivated by building systems that have a direct, meaningful impact on people's lives and by scaling the future of logistics. We are seeking people who sculpt from first principles, enjoy facing adversity, and can do the impossible at record breaking speeds. About You and The Role The Senior Electrical Engineer will develop power electronics focused avionics for our next generation aircraft. We are looking for an engineer with a strong foundation in board level design and an excellent grasp of electronics development, processes, and tools. As a Senior Electrical Engineer on the Powertrain team, you will be responsible for architecting and designing electronics including motor inverters, power distribution, battery management, fail-safe / safety, and communication and networking systems. These components are at the core of a new unmanned aerial system that will enable Zipline's impact to expand from 100,000 deliveries a 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 Powertrain team encounters many challenges when designing robust 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 be successful in a wide range of real-world environments. This means that our team is responsible for designs that are robust to broad ambient temperature ranges, can survive challenging waterproofing/ingress constraints, and maintain immunity to RF and ESD 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., • 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, 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, • Detailed Design: schematic capture, PCB layout, system integration, validation, • Production: quality, failure analysis, manufacturing, cost, • Deployment: troubleshoot field issues, develop rapid mitigations, roll learnings into future design revisions What You'll Bring • A degree in Electrical Engineering, Embedded Hardware Engineering or equivalent practical experience., • Minimum 5 years of design experience including: circuit analysis, schematic capture, PCB layout, packaging, and integration., • Past success developing electronics for critical systems in fields such as aerospace, transportation, or medical devices., • Experience with at least some of these desired:, • Hard-switching power converters, • Resonant power converters, • Motor drives, • Voltage, current, and temperature sensing analog front ends, • Simple digital logic, • Basic embedded communications busses (e.g. SPI, I2C, UART, CAN), • Higher speed communications (e.g. Ethernet, LVDS), • 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., • Must be able to work at Zipline's South San Francisco office., • Experience with at least some of these desired:, • Hard-switching power converters, • Resonant power converters, • Motor drives, • Voltage, current, and temperature sensing analog front ends, • Simple digital logic, • Basic embedded communications busses (e.g. SPI, I2C, UART, CAN), • Higher speed communications (e.g. Ethernet, LVDS) 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 DescriptionAbout PykaPyka’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 CO2 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 OverviewPyka is looking for a highly skilled Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our cargo aircraft team. In this role, you will lead the mechanical design and integration of key aircraft components. Your work will span from detailed CAD design to structural analysis, prototyping, and testing — all while collaborating closely with cross-functional engineering teams.Responsibilities • Design mechanical components and assemblies with consideration for aircraft environments and performance., • Perform basic structural and stress analysis (hand calculations and FEA) to validate designs., • Apply GD&T and appropriate tolerancing to ensure manufacturability and proper assembly., • Generate detailed 3D CAD models and engineering drawings (SolidWorks preferred)., • Support structural integration of components into composite and metallic airframe structures., • Design basic tooling and fixtures to support prototyping and testing., • Lead hands-on prototyping, assembly, and testing of mechanical systems., • Collaborate with aeromechanical, propulsion, electrical, and manufacturing teams to ensure robust requirement definition and collaboration across systems., • Contribute to design reviews and mentor junior engineers as needed.Qualifications, • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering., • 5+ years of mechanical design experience, preferably in aerospace or high-performance vehicle environments., • Strong CAD skills (SolidWorks highly preferred), including modeling of complex assemblies., • Solid understanding of structural design principles and material properties., • Experience with basic stress analysis, both analytical (hand calcs) and FEA (e.g., SolidWorks Simulation, ANSYS)., • Practical knowledge of tolerancing, fits, and GD&T., • Experience with component integration into airframes or structural assemblies., • Comfortable with hands-on prototyping, fabrication, and testing., • Effective communicator and team collaborator with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.Preferred Qualifications, • Experience working with composite materials and bonded structures., • Familiarity with aviation industry standards and certification practices., • Prior experience designing for lightweight, high-strength applications., • Experience designing tooling or fixtures for small-scale production or testing environments., • We understand that candidates bring different strengths and experiences, and you don’t need to meet every qualification to be considered. If this role excites you, we’d love to learn more about you. You may be a great fit even if your background doesn’t align perfectly with the list.Company Perks, • $135,000 - 160,000 per year base salary + equity. Compensation will vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Salary ranges are subject to change., • Equity, • 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

Job DescriptionAbout PykaPyka’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 CO2 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 OverviewPyka is looking for a Senior Software Engineer with a strong aesthetic sense and a passion for crafting seamless human-machine interfaces. In this role, you’ll take full ownership of our “Plane View” application — a real-time Qt/QML-based interface that plays a central role in our aircraft operations.This project has evolved through team-wide contributions, and now it’s ready for a dedicated leader. You’ll bring structure, consistency, and technical depth to the application — transforming it into a reliable, elegant, and intuitive experience. If you've built UIs for complex systems like vehicles, medical devices, or robotics, you already know the challenges (and rewards) of designing interfaces people depend on in real-world environments.Responsibilities • Take full ownership of Plane View, our core Qt/QML application and other human-machine interfaces in our codebase, • Define and uphold interface standards, visual consistency, and usability across our user interfaces, • Design and implement intuitive, high-performance user interfaces for real-time systems, • Collaborate with a multidisciplinary engineering team; guide interface architecture and improvements, • Serve as the go-to UI/UX expert for the team and a key voice in product usability discussionsPreferred Qualifications, • 5+ years of experience in software engineering with a UI/UX focus, • Strong experience with Qt (bonus points for QML), • Experience with modern (C++11 and beyond) C++ coding, • A background in building human-machine interfaces — automotive, aerospace, medical devices, or similar, • A keen eye for design and user experience — you care deeply about how software looks and feels, • Able to work independently and take full ownership of complex projects, • Experience with JavaScript is a plus, but Qt/QML proficiency is key, • We understand that candidates bring different strengths and experiences, and you don’t need to meet every qualification to be considered. If this role excites you, we’d love to learn more about you. You may be a great fit even if your background doesn’t align perfectly with the list.Compensation & Benefits, • 165,000-196,000 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

Job DescriptionCompany Description iMETALX, Inc. is creating a future where space is accessible and sustainable for all. We provide Space Domain Awareness (SDA) and In-Space Servicing, Assembly and Manufacturing (ISAM) solutions for government and commercial customers. Our work spans spacecraft autonomy (world view, perception, and controls) as well as testing and deploying software on real systems. We’re a small, high-impact engineering team building cross-domain autonomy software that leverages state-of-the-art computer vision, machine learning, simulation, and robust flight/edge deployment practices. This role is a chance to build the secure delivery backbone for systems that matter — from R&D prototypes to operational deployments supporting national security and space missions. Role Overview We’re seeking a DevSecOps Engineer (Cleared) who can own and evolve the security and deployment foundation of our software organization. You will design and maintain secure CI/CD pipelines, harden development and build systems, manage infrastructure-as-code, and ensure our engineering workflows are compatible with the realities of government environments: auditability, traceability, secure enclaves, and controlled access. This is not a “checkbox compliance” role. We want someone who can balance security, reliability, and speed, and who can help us scale from “fast startup engineering” to “defensible, compliant engineering” without killing momentum. What You’ll DoSecure CI/CD + Developer Enablement • Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines that integrate security from the start (SAST/DAST, dependency scanning, container scanning)., • Implement secure build practices: artifact signing, SBOM generation, vulnerability gating, and reproducible builds., • Improve engineer experience through fast feedback loops and self-service tooling. Secure Infrastructure + Environments, • Design and maintain cloud and on-prem / gov-enclave infrastructure, using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform preferred)., • Create hardened baseline environments for dev/stage/prod with least-privilege defaults and strong identity boundaries., • Support deployments across constrained environments (e.g., air-gapped networks, restricted endpoints, controlled egress). Compliance + ATO/SSP Readiness (DoD reality), • Implement engineering controls and evidence collection aligned with:, • NIST 800-53 / RMF, • CUI handling requirements, • Secure configuration baselines and continuous monitoring, • Own the technical implementation for audit readiness: logging, access control, traceability, configuration drift detection. Containers, Kubernetes, and Deployment Security, • Secure container workflows:, • base image hardening, • admission controls, • secrets management, • runtime monitoring, • Maintain Docker + orchestration tooling (Kubernetes nice-to-have; not required). Security Operations & Incident Response Support, • Improve observability: centralized logging, metrics, alerting, and security telemetry., • Help define and execute procedures around incident response, vulnerability management, and patch cycles. Required Qualifications • Active U.S. TS Security Clearance, • U.S. citizenship is required due to ITAR export-control restrictions., • 4+ years of experience in a DevOps/DevSecOps/Platform Engineer or related role, with a focus on security practices., • Expertise with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI) and their integration with security practices., • Experience with Linux Environments, containerization, and scripting/automation (Python, Bash), • Knowledge of security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, OWASP)., • Experience with vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and remediation techniques., • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and quickly adapt to changing requirements. Preferred Qualifications • Experience with agile methodologies and project management tools (e.g., JIRA, Trello)., • Familiarity with networking concepts and security measures in cloud environments., • Competitive Salary, • Health Insurance/Dental, • Paid Time Off, • 401k, • Performance Bonus, • Equity

Job DescriptionSystems Engineer (Available at Multiple Levels) South San Francisco, California, USA About Zipline Zipline is the world's largest and most experienced autonomous delivery service, founded to serve all humans equally by ensuring access to essential goods anytime, anywhere. We design, build, and operate the world's largest autonomous logistics system, delivering critical supplies quickly and reliably. Today, Zipline operates on four continents, makes a delivery somewhere in the world every 30 seconds, and has completed millions of deliveries including blood, vaccines, medical supplies, food, and commercial products. Our customers include healthcare systems, governments, retailers, and global brands who rely on us to save lives, reduce emissions, increase economic opportunity, and provide new logistics services at scale. Our technology goes beyond drones. We deploy integrated logistics infrastructure that strengthens supply chains, reduces congestion, and enables instant delivery, transforming how essential goods reach people everywhere. With more than 140 million commercial autonomous miles safely flown, Zipline is redefining access to healthcare, consumer products, and food across the globe. We operate at a global scale and are looking for practical problem solvers who thrive on real-world challenges and rapid growth. Our team is motivated by building systems that have a direct, meaningful impact on people's lives and by scaling the future of logistics. 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 higher levels), • 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 Description IT Administrator CA | GA | NY | CR About Sherwood Design Engineers Sherwood is a civil and environmental engineering firm that is committed to investing in and embracing people, communities and the environment. Our team has delivered net zero energy and net zero carbon systems, net positive water systems, resilient coastlines, natural resource protection, green streets, living roofs and more for thousands of clients in the region and across the globe. We specialize in sustainable infrastructure, water management strategies, green building design, and systems based solutions for infrastructure and landscapes. Our focus is on the conservation and management of the consumption of all site resources — carbon, energy, water, and waste. We’ve worked on over thirty award-winning projects, and our work has been published locally and internationally. Founded in 2003, our award-winning projects include Hudson Yards in New York (the largest private real estate development in U.S. history), San Francisco Better Streets Plan, Greater New Orleans Urban Water Plan, and revitalization of the iconic waterfront Brooklyn Bridge Park. Our mission is to engineer an environmentally and socially regenerative planet. Will you join us? INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) ADMINISTRATOR We have an immediate need for an exempt, full-time IT Administrator to work at our San Francisco headquarters, Napa, or Petaluma. The IT Administrator will assist with various IT duties under the direction of the Director of Technology and must be able to support all staff, regional offices, subtenants, studios, and subsidiaries. Essential Functions: • Oversee the provisioning and deployment strategy of laptop and IT peripheral assets across all company locations to ensure operational readiness and standardization., • Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of laptop and IT peripheral hardware configuration and issuance for all staff members and remote sites, ensuring compliance with company security policies., • Utilize specialized technical knowledge to diagnose, analyze, and resolve complex, high-impact technical issues, often requiring independent judgment and advanced problem-solving techniques., • Oversee IT Onboarding and Offboarding procedures, ensuring the security, compliance, and efficiency of user access and asset management., • Serve as a subject matter expert for enterprise-level peripherals and conferencing solutions, advising staff on advanced features and developing user training and best practices, • Manage in-person organization, inventory management, and secure storage of IT equipment and supplies, including making purchasing recommendations and documenting asset lifecycle, • Execute the technical logistics of all desk and office relocations, ensuring minimal disruption to operations and optimal setup of the network and computing infrastructure., • Assist with the development of standard operating procedures, • Perform proactive routine maintenance and system checks, • Create and organize IT documentation, • Assist staff with use of Printers, Plotters and Scanners, • Assist staff with remote conferencing solutions, • Assist with access control system, alarm system, and video monitoring solutions, • Maintain confidentiality and security of sensitive company and client information, • Works well and communicates effectively with others, • Operate a wide variety of computer hardware and software as well as standard office equipment and quickly learn the use of new technologies and applications, • Ability to analyze and solve problems, • Ability to read, interpret and collect technical documents, • Ability to prepare reports, correspondence and memos, • Maintains accurate and complete records, • Works independently under general supervision, uses initiative and good business judgment, • Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize, multi-task and use time effectively, • Ability to read and interpret written information, and follow instructions, • Ability to perform in a high pressure, quick and dynamic environment, • Must clear a background check, • Bachelor’s degree and minimum 2 years working IT experience or 5+ years of experience in the IT industry, • Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Working knowledge of Windows and Mac operating systems, • Working knowledge of Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Access, Visio) OS • Windows 10 & 11, • Windows Server 2016+, • Active Directory management, • MacOS 15 Sequoia Networking • TCP/IP Networking, • Beginner Firewall management Software • Installing and configuring named-user and network licensing, • Working knowledge of remote monitoring and management solutions Programming • PowerShell, • Open office-noise level in the workspace is generally moderate, • Travel by flight and/or vehicle to remote offices Physical Demands: • Frequently required to sit and use a computer, • Regularly required talk and hear, and stand and walk, • Own a part of the firm with ESOP eligibility after one year, • Flexible working - with every other Friday off, • Competitive Health plans, including PPO and HMO options, Dental and Vision plans, • Learning and Development stipend to use as you see fit, • Generous PTO and 8 paid holidays, • Automatic 401k enrollment, • Fun team events, lunches and happy hours to get to know colleagues outside of work, • A tangible opportunity to truly help the environment! Compensation The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Sherwood Design Engineers, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $100,000 to $125,000 The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Powered by JazzHR 5yJzdhB8iJ

Job DescriptionFounded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and the Hivemind Vision product lines. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description:Are you a passionate and innovative engineer looking to help develop state-of-the-art AI and robotics products? Are you eager to make a positive difference in the world? Do you want to work alongside mission-driven and values-focused teammates? Shield AI is just the place for you! The Hivemind Quality team is committed to ensuring our autonomy platform delivers a seamless developer experience and enables customers to build world-class autonomous systems. We focus on integrating, validating, and continuously improving the Hivemind ecosystem—spanning autonomy behaviors, sensor processing, multi-agent coordination, ground-control systems, and embedded platforms. Our mission is to ensure that autonomy developers can efficiently build, test, and deploy autonomous applications that meet real-world mission objectives. We are seeking an experienced Software Integration Engineer passionate about autonomy development. In this role, you will become a power user of the Hivemind SDK, deeply understanding its capabilities and identifying gaps from a customer perspective. You will develop and validate customer use cases, evaluate the ease of use for autonomy developers, and provide actionable feedback to Engineering and Product teams. You will play a critical role in integrating new autonomy capabilities into the platform, assessing feature completeness, and anticipating novel customer workflows and edge cases. This position bridges the gap between engineering development and real-world autonomy applications—ensuring our platform empowers customers to build reliable, mission-ready autonomous systems. What you'll do: • Become a systems integration expert for autonomous robotics: Develop deep expertise in our AI-powered autonomy stack., • Learn to configure, deploy, and integrate multi-agent systems across simulation, hardware-in-the-loop, and flight platforms., • Understand the full system end-to-end—from sensor inputs to autonomous behaviors., • Integrate new capabilities into the autonomy stack: Collaborate cross-functionally with development teams to bring autonomy algorithms, perception pipelines, middleware, and platform interfaces into the integrated product. Ensure seamless interoperability between components., • Enable platform bring-up and validation: Lead the integration of autonomy software onto new robotic hardware platforms., • Configure sensor drivers, communication interfaces, and platform adapters to enable full autonomy stack functionality on prototype and production vehicles., • Develop integration tooling & infrastructure: Architect and implement integration frameworks, deployment scripts, and configuration management tools that streamline bringing new capabilities into Software-in-the-Loop (SIL), Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL), and flight environments., • Support cross-platform compatibility: Work with other integration engineers to ensure the autonomy stack operates reliably across all supported platforms, operating systems, and deployment configurations. Identify and resolve integration issues across system boundaries., • Analyze system behavior and root-cause issues: Evaluate system logs, telemetry, and rosbag data to diagnose integration defects. Collaborate with developers to isolate issues to specific subsystems and drive resolution. Create analysis tooling to accelerate debugging., • Optimize integration workflows and CI/CD: Partner with DevOps teams to streamline integration pipelines, reduce build-to-deploy cycle times, and ensure robust continuous integration of new features. Define integration checkpoints and criteria for release readiness., • Validate system requirements and interface contracts: Work with engineers to ensure integrated capabilities meet product requirements and interface specifications. Assist in developing tooling to verify end-to-end system compliance and traceability.Required qualifications:, • Typically requires a minimum of 7 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree in CS, Comp Eng, Robotics, or a related field; or 6 years and a master’s degree; or 4 years with a PhD., • Proficiency in programming languages including Python or C++., • Experience with autonomous systems or server applications or middleware., • Demonstrated experience designing integration workflows, communicating system dependencies, and triaging and reporting integration defects across subsystem boundaries., • Proficiency with simulation tools and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing environments., • Strong expertise with CI/CD pipelines., • Strong problem-solving skills and a proven track record of delivering high-quality software solutions., • Excellent communication skills, capable of collaborating effectively across various teams and presenting to customers or technical leadership. Preferred qualifications:, • Demonstrated experience building complex systems with a strong understanding of software architecture and design principles., • Experience with hardware or embedded systems., • Expert knowledge of Python., • Experience with ROS., • Experience with white box testing, • Familiarity with networking, operating-systems, and radio communications., • Experience designing automated tooling for testing for GUI applications. Shield AI is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job DescriptionAbout PykaPyka’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 OverviewPyka is looking for an Electrical Engineer to join our experienced and enthusiastic team of engineers. In this role, you will be responsible for system level and component level design and testing across a wide range of subsystems. Below is a list of current hardware projects that you will contribute to. Your roles and responsibilities will vary significantly from one week to the next.- High power density motor controller (30kW ~ 100kW)- Electronics for airplane spray and pump system- Air data board- Various PCBs to streamline testing of the above hardware Candidates who thrive in fast-paced environments working with a small team will love this role.Responsibilities • Familiar with high power motor controller hardware design (120V, 30 kW). Able to select key components and sensors for the motor controller based on system requirements, • Hands-on experience in embedded system designs and familiarity with writing C or C++ code for microprocessor based embedded systems, • Deep understanding of different motor control algorithms such as field oriented control (FOC), six step control and different modulation schemes such as SPWM (Sinusoidal Pulse Width Modulation) and SVPWM (Space Vector Pulse Width Modulation), • Complete the entire PCBA design cycle including architecture selection, component selection, schematic design, PCB layout, and working with manufacturers, • Test and validate the design to meet performance and reliability requirements, • Work with cross-functional teams (Mechanical Engineering, Software, and Flight Testing) on aircraft integration and system level testing, • Occasional travel (approximately one week every 2-3 months) to customer sites to support new aircraft deployments or EE subsystem debugging, • Write design and testing documentsPreferred Qualifications, • 3-7 years of hands-on experience designing and testing microprocessor based high power motor controller for EVs or electric aircrafts, • Experience designing power electronics systems such as motor controllers, DC-DC converters, and BMS, • Experience designing safety critical systems, considering system redundancy as well as failure mode and effects analysis, • Familiarity with general schematic design and PCB layout tools such as Altium, OrCAD, Allegro, Eagle, KiCad, etc., • Willingness to travel internationally for up to 10% of the time, • An inquisitive attitude with an ability to quickly and deftly research new topics and develop mastery of new subjects, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills; the ideal candidate is not afraid to ask for clarification or give feedback, • We understand that candidates bring different strengths and experiences, and you don’t need to meet every qualification to be considered. If this role excites you, we’d love to learn more about you. You may be a great fit even if your background doesn’t align perfectly with the list.Compensation and Benefits, • $130,000 - 165,000 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

Job Description About You and The Role As a Senior Integration & Test Software Engineer at Zipline you will have the unique opportunity to develop and deploy high quality software that will power test systems used throughout the production, design, and operation of our long range drone platform. In this role, you will gain a deep understanding of our embedded flight code, test infrastructure, manufacturing processes, and operations. You will own these test systems from early prototype design all the way through deployment in test or production environments. In some cases, you will also be responsible for reviving and improving test systems that have been dormant since the last product improvement phase. You will also spearhead improvement initiatives, lead root cause investigations, interface with cross-functional stakeholders, and drive schedules and deliverables with a focus on quality, reliability, and safety. Most importantly, your work will directly contribute to the continued evolution of our long-range drone system and enable critical improvements across reliability, capability and accessibility of our technology. Your testers will be critical in ensuring our systems are as reliable as they can be before they are shipped all over the world to perform vital, life-saving deliveries. Success in this role requires a strong sense of ownership, outstanding technical foundations, excellent communication skills, and the ability to translate between hardware, software, manufacturing, and operations. If you thrive at the intersection of software and real-world impact, and enjoy bringing clarity and progress to complex systems, you'll feel right at home! What You'll Do • Become the technical owner of test systems across manufacturing and engineering disciplines for our long-range drone platform (e.g. SIL, HIL, EOLT etc.), • Architect, develop, deploy, troubleshoot, and improve testing software and assets used to validate components from avionics boards, sensors, motors, batteries, and other mechatronic assemblies., • Develop and elevate testing standards and protocols to ensure the highest levels of quality and testing rigor to facilitate efficient and safe engineering and manufacturing changes., • Develop a deep understanding of components under test, becoming a subject matter expert in the component's behavior under a range of environmental, performance, and system conditions., • Collaborate with other internal teams to organize and define our approach to data handling for all test assets. Develop automation scripts and visualization tools to streamline design and optimize production testing., • Interface with cross-functional teams and external vendors to deploy reliable high quality test systems.What You'll Bring, • Demonstrable history of assuming ownership of cross-disciplinary engineering problems, and driving them from inception to solution in an open-ended environment., • Proficiency in Python and C/C++, • Experience working with and managing Linux systems, • Experience working with embedded systems, • Experience building automation systems for use in safety-critical and factory applications., • Experience working with Git / CI and software development and validation processes in a medium to large scale organization., • Experience developing software that interfaces directly with hardware including navigating datasheets and validating hands-on with representative hardware., • Experience developing test plans, test requirements, and test criteria for hardware products., • Experience using and deep understanding of common test instrumentation and data acquisition hardware., • Experience solving complex multidisciplinary problems with little supervision on schedule as an individual or as a member of an integrated team., • Must be authorized to work in the US., • Note: this is an onsite role at our South San Francisco office with potential for some travel opportunities. What Else You Need to Know The starting cash range for this role is $165,000 - $215,000. 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. 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 As a Remanufacturing Lead at Zipline, you'll be responsible for restoring used hardware into flight- and test-ready condition—owning the systems, tools, and team that make it happen. You'll lead a group of technicians, set up rework and test processes, and work cross-functionally with design, test, and manufacturing teams to keep our fleet moving and scalable. This is a high-ownership, fast-paced role for an engineer who thrives on hands-on problem solving, building from first principles, and leveling up a team. What You'll Do • Lead daily operations for hardware rework and refurbishment, • Manage and train a technician team to hit throughput, quality, and safety goals, • Create and own rework processes, test setups, and supporting documentation, • Partner with Design and Test Engineering to improve reworkability and identify new salvage opportunities, • Drive continuous improvement to increase speed, quality, and hardware yield, • Monitor and report key performance metrics: quality, cycle time, downtime What You'll Bring • At least 3+ years of experience in Mechanical, Electrical, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related field), • Hands-on engineering and process development experience in a hardware environment, • Proven track record leading technician teams in a production, RMA, or rework setting, • Strong technical literacy: able to read and interpret schematics, mechanical drawings, and technical documents, • Experience collaborating with engineering to debug, retest, and improve real-world hardware, • Excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills, • Grit, curiosity, and the drive to own problems end to endOther Requirements, • Ability to lift up to 20 lbs and perform hands-on work throughout the day

Job DescriptionAbout PykaPyka’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 CO2 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 OverviewPyka is looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our experienced, collaborative, and highly motivated engineering team. In this role, you’ll take meaningful ownership of mechanical components and subsystems on the aircraft, supporting them from early concept through serial production and in-field support.Our Mechanical Engineering team works closely with Manufacturing Engineers, Flight Test Engineers, and fellow Mechanical Engineers to design, test, and iterate on flight-critical hardware. This is a fast-paced, hands-on role with real impact—you’ll be trusted with significant responsibility while being supported by a team that values clear communication, iteration, and continuous learning.You’ll have the opportunity to contribute across the full lifecycle of the aircraft, influence design decisions early, and see your work fly (literally).Responsibilities • Act as the Design Responsible Engineer for multiple mechanical components, from initial requirements through serial production and in-field support, • Collaborate with Senior Engineers on conceptual design, prototyping, testing, iteration, and documentation of flight-critical mechanical parts and assemblies, • Create and maintain accurate 3D CAD models, drawings, and manufacturing documentation, • Partner with manufacturing teams to develop tools and processes that enable efficient in-house production, • Communicate with external suppliers and fabricators to ensure high-quality parts are delivered on time, • Contribute to a team culture that values asking questions, sharing feedback, and solving problems collaborativelyRequired Qualifications, • 3–5+ years of professional experience in mechanical design; aerospace experience is a plus but not required, • Experience designing composite structures and supporting their analysis and manufacture, • Familiarity with designing parts for a variety of manufacturing processes, such as 3D printing, CNC machining, injection molding, and sheet metal, • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with comfort asking for clarification and providing thoughtful feedback, • Experience using a 3D CAD package (e.g., SolidWorks, NX, Inventor), • Experience applying FEA and hand calculations to validate mechanical design decisions (stress, strain, thermal, fatigue)Preferred Qualifications, • Curiosity and an eagerness to learn, with the ability to research new topics and try new approaches, • Enthusiasm for hands-on work in a prototyping or shop environment, • We understand that candidates bring different strengths and experiences, and you don’t need to meet every qualification to be considered. If this role excites you, we’d love to learn more about you. You may be a great fit even if your background doesn’t align perfectly with the list.Compensation and Benefits, • $118,000 - 166,000 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

Job Description Lead Thermal Engineer Status: Exempt, Full Time Location: Moriarty, NM or North Bay, CA Who Are We: Sceye is a high-growth technology company, building the next generation of instant communications, imaging and remote sensing infrastructure through stratospheric platforms. Our lighter-than-air high-altitude platform systems (LTA HAPS) are capable of maintaining position over an operational area in the stratosphere (altitudes of 18 – 21km). They can carry multiple telecommunications, imaging and remote sensing payloads, providing unique functionality, cost, environmental and societal advantages. Our HAPS be deployed in a matter of days and at a fraction of the cost of traditional infrastructure solutions. This makes them an ideal solution for providing telecommunications connectivity, emergency solutions in the event of natural or other disasters, environmental and infrastructure monitoring, Earth observation and a range of defense applications. Our customers & partners include some of the largest global telecommunications companies, infrastructure operators, climate researchers, civil and defense agencies. At Sceye, we aim high, and we want you to join us at the stratospheric edge of innovation. As part of our mission-driven team, you’ll contribute to building breakthrough technologies that are changing the way we connect and observe the world. We are looking for individuals who bring not only deep expertise but also bold vision and an unwavering commitment to excellence. About the Position: Sceye is seeking a Lead Thermal Engineer with proven, hands-on experience supporting the design, analysis, and validation of thermal systems for high-altitude aerospace platforms, including HAPS, unmanned aerial systems (UAS), drones, or closely related flight vehicles. This role is responsible for ensuring reliable thermal performance of avionics, structures, propulsion-adjacent systems, and payloads operating in extreme stratospheric environments. The Lead Thermal Engineer will serve as a trusted technical advisor and will be relied upon for sound judgment and guidance on thermal management strategies that directly influence system design, risk mitigation, and mission readiness. This role requires someone who has successfully applied thermal engineering expertise in prior industry roles and is comfortable owning thermal decisions. What We’re Looking For: • Design, analyze, and optimize active and passive thermal control systems for high-altitude aerospace platforms, • Perform steady-state and transient thermal analyses using analytical and numerical methods, • Develop, validate, and maintain thermal models predicting system behavior across stratospheric and mission-specific operating conditions, • Support selection, qualification, and trade studies for materials, insulation, coatings, radiators, and thermal interfaces, • Define thermal requirements, margins, and operating limits for avionics, batteries, payloads, and structural components, • Support environmental testing, including thermal vacuum, altitude simulation, and temperature cycling tests, • Analyze test data, correlate results with thermal models, and drive design updates as needed, • Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, systems, and manufacturing teams to resolve real-world thermal challenges, • Document designs, analyses, test results, and compliance with applicable engineering standards, • Support design reviews, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives Required Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field, • 5–10 years of demonstrated, hands-on experience in thermal analysis and thermal system design for aerospace or high-altitude flight systems, • Proven practical experience supporting thermal management for drones, HAPS, UAS, or closely related aerospace platforms, • Demonstrated ability to independently own thermal analyses and provide clear, experience-based recommendations to engineering leadership and cross-functional teams, • Strong, applied understanding of heat transfer principles (conduction, convection, radiation), particularly in low-density, high-altitude environments, • Experience developing, validating, and correlating thermal models using industry-standard tools (e.g., ANSYS, Thermal Desktop, COMSOL, or equivalent), • Experience supporting hardware through design, test, integration, and operational readiness, not solely academic or theoretical work, • Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, R&D-driven aerospace environment, • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical documentation skills Preferred Qualifications: • Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, • Direct experience with high-altitude platforms, stratospheric vehicles, or long-duration unmanned flight systems, • Hands-on experience with thermal vacuum testing, environmental qualification, or flight validation campaigns, • Knowledge of lightweight structures, composites, and advanced aerospace materials, • Experience supporting mission-critical or flight-certified hardware What We Offer: At Sceye, we’re building more than high-altitude platforms—we’re building a workplace where people (and their pups) thrive. Here’s what you’ll enjoy: • Chef-Prepared Lunches – Fresh, onsite meals to keep you fueled and focused., • Snacks & Refreshments – Enjoy a variety of snacks and drinks available throughout the day., • Wellness Perks – Access to a gym, pickleball court, and an outdoor dog kennel., • Dog-Friendly Environment – Bring your four-legged friends to work and enjoy a pet-welcoming space., • Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance, with over 82% of premiums covered—and 100% for everything else., • 401(k) with Match – Company contributions that are yours from day one., • High-Performance Culture – Join a collaborative, inclusive environment where your work helps shape the future of aerospace. Equal Opportunity Employer: Sceye is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, especially those who bring unique perspectives and experiences that can help us grow and innovate. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us—we’re happy to assist.

Job DescriptionAbout You and The Role You're a force of nature — someone who thrives on bringing order to chaos, driving clarity where there's ambiguity, and pushing complex, cross-functional efforts across the finish line.As part of Zipline's Program Management team, you'll own execution for a suite of high-impact initiatives across our autonomous flight software stack. Your programs may range from motion planning and controls to perception and navigation, plus the firmware and system integration that make it all work on real vehicles. You'll partner closely with software leads and engineers, hardware, firmware teams, and flight test operations to sequence work, surface risks early, and keep execution sharp and aligned. You'll be the connective tissue ensuring the pieces of Zipline's most ambitious flight software come together on time and to our quality bar.What You'll Do • Own execution for suite of high priority robotics programs: Define crisp program goals, sequence milestones across planning, controls, navigation, perception, and firmware, and align execution with company objectives., • Drive cross-functional delivery: Coordinate with stakeholders across software, firmware, hardware, test ops, and safety to streamline workflows and land integrated flight capabilities., • Improve development velocity: Track timelines and blockers, allocate scarce experts/hardware, and actively manage dependencies across stacks., • Engage across the full lifecycle: From requirements and architecture reviews through sprint planning, bench/sim bring-up, flight test, and validation., • Facilitate strategic decision-making: Bring the right people together to make calls on priorities, tradeoffs (safety/throughput/latency), and technical direction., • Communicate program progress: Provide crisp visibility on timelines, risks, and outcomes to leadership and partner teams.What You'll Bring, • Minimum of 6 years of experience in technical program management (or equivalent) leading complex, multi-team software initiatives. Experience as a Software Engineer working on robotic systems is a strong plus!, • Proven ability to align roadmaps with company priorities and drive execution across multiple teams and dependencies., • Excellent communication skills — able to translate complex technical concepts for diverse audiences and influence decision-making., • Demonstrated leadership in identifying/resolving risks, facilitating alignment, and creating momentum across teams., • Analytical, data-driven approach to problem-solving and process improvement., • Adaptability and resilience in dynamic environments; get up to speed quickly, and a track record of standing up new processes and scaling programs as teams grow. 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 You and the Role Zipline is building the world's largest autonomous logistics system, delivering vital medical and commercial supplies across the globe. As we scale our operations and extend into more complex, safety-critical environments, the ability to validate and prove our autonomy performance at scale becomes absolutely essential. We're looking for a deeply technical software engineer to join the Autonomy Validation team — a core team responsible for building the infrastructure, tools, and frameworks that support software validation across the entire Autonomy organization. This includes planning, perception, control, and all of the decision-making logic that powers our self-flying aircraft. Our autonomy stack is highly custom-built, and while that gives us unmatched control and performance, it also means standard out-of-the-box testing tools don't work. In this role, you'll take ownership of developing robust internal platforms for validation — enabling both simulation at scale and rigorous scenario testing — so that autonomy engineers can ship with confidence. This is not a QA role. It's a foundational software engineering position building critical systems that will directly shape how we test, verify, and deploy autonomy safely around the world. What You'll Do • Build and own the infrastructure for validating autonomous features and system performance across planning, perception, and control., • Design and develop simulation tools and scenario generation for large-scale and high-fidelity testing of autonomy under real-world and edge-case conditions., • Develop custom tools for validation and testing of autonomy components that plug into our internal autonomy development stack., • Create scalable, reliable, and automated solutions for running, tracking, and analyzing thousands of validation tasks across autonomy org., • Collaborate deeply with:, • Autonomy engineers, to understand how system behavior should be evaluated., • Systems and data engineers, to ensure metrics, safety thresholds, and requirements are codified in test infrastructure., • Flight test and QA teams, to connect real-world results back into test tools and CI loops., • Establish best practices for software release validation, helping ensure our autonomy stack is safe, measurable, and production-ready., • Contribute to internal docs, standards, and validation workflows that scale across the autonomy organization. What You'll Bring • 5+ years of experience building systems for testing, simulation, or safety validation — ideally in autonomy, aerospace, robotics, or other real-time, safety-critical environments., • A strong software engineering foundation, including fluency in C++, Rust, C, or C#., • Experience with custom simulation tools, game engines, or scenario generation frameworks., • Familiarity with cloud infrastructure, containers, and distributed execution pipelines (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, AWS). A track record of building tools or platforms used by other engineers — infrastructure that enables teams to move fast while maintaining safety and quality. What Else You Need to Know The starting cash range for this role is $150,000 - $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; overtime pay; 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 Zipline Zipline is the world's largest and most experienced autonomous delivery service, founded to serve all humans equally by ensuring access to essential goods anytime, anywhere. We design, build, and operate the world's largest autonomous logistics system, delivering critical supplies quickly and reliably. Today, Zipline operates on four continents, makes a delivery somewhere in the world every 30 seconds, and has completed millions of deliveries including blood, vaccines, medical supplies, food, and commercial products. Our customers include healthcare systems, governments, retailers, and global brands who rely on us to save lives, reduce emissions, increase economic opportunity, and provide new logistics services at scale. Our technology goes beyond drones. We deploy integrated logistics infrastructure that strengthens supply chains, reduces congestion, and enables instant delivery, transforming how essential goods reach people everywhere. With more than 140 million commercial autonomous miles safely flown, Zipline is redefining access to healthcare, consumer products, and food across the globe. We operate at a global scale and are looking for practical problem solvers who thrive on real-world challenges and rapid growth. Our team is motivated by building systems that have a direct, meaningful impact on people's lives and by scaling the future of logistics. About You and The Role Zipline is expanding our autonomous drone delivery network around the world, helping people get what they need, no matter where they live. As part of this expansion, Zipline is building technology to safely and efficiently integrate our drones into complex airspace across the globe. This technology is our key enabler to safely interoperate with other commercial drone companies and existing airspace users. We're looking for world-class software engineers that thrive at launching new products and working through the '0 to 1' phase. This is a unique opportunity to help shape how software and automation will enable a paradigm shift from human-centric management to machine-centric. Note: we do not expect you to have previous aviation experience, rather a passion for building safety-critical scalable products that are making a meaningful impact on the world. What You'll Do • Define and build software as part of the team that's driving industry-first airspace management technologies (Unmanned Traffic Management, or UTM) to enable the world's most active commercial drone network to further scale, • Build core services that enable equitable airspace access, flight deconfliction, and simulation across airspace users, • Build systems with a focus on correctness, testability, and auditability, • Contribute to development efforts across the full stack of our codebase, including end-to-end software development lifecycle, system design, implementation, validation, and rollout, • Engage in open-source community related to drone airspace management, • Mentor engineer team members and share best practices to level up a growing teamBasic Qualifications:, • 10+ years experience in software engineering designing secure and reliable real-time systems, • Desire to take on a foundational technical role and contribute to the direction of a new product line, • Experience designing APIs and sophisticated data models, • Experience building scalable and reliable distributed systems, • Experience deploying systems to cloud providers (AWS, Kubernetes), • Support and mentor teammates through thoughtful code reviews, architectural guidance, and shared technical decision-making, • Strong product insights and empathy for the customer, • Excellent communication skills and a track record of owning problems end-to-endPreferred Qualifications:, • Experience integrating, and potentially contributing to open-source technologies, • Domain experience with software-defined physical products, • Experience in modern front-end technologies and major frameworks 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! Please Note We have received reports stating that certain individuals are reaching out to people under false pretenses, claiming to be Zipline employees, affiliates, agents, or representatives. They may seek to gain access to your personal information or to acquire money from you by offering fictitious employment opportunities or by claiming that they are contacting you on Zipline's behalf. Genuine Zipline employees or representatives will never ask you for money or payment in exchange for employment opportunities or other related services. Any such offer of employment or any other service in exchange for fees that claims to be from us is deceitful and part of a fraud. 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Job DescriptionABOUT YOU AND THE ROLE Are you eager to apply your technical skills to solve real-world problems and drive meaningful change? Do you thrive in environments where you're given ownership, creative freedom, and complex challenges to tackle? If so, join our Field Systems Engineering team at Zipline—where your work directly impacts lives every day. Zipline's long-range drone platform began operations in Rwanda in 2016. With a fixed-wing design capable of flying over 200 km on a single charge, our drones enable fast, reliable delivery of critical medical supplies to remote communities. From helping new mothers in Rwanda to saving snake bite victims in Ghana, Zipline's technology has already served millions across the African continent—delivering thousands of life-saving products daily. The Field Systems Engineering (FSE) team operates at the intersection of Engineering and Operations. We ensure that the equipment we design is safe, robust, and reliable—because lives depend on it. As a Senior Embedded Software Engineer on the FSE team, you'll play a crucial role in optimizing the performance and reliability of our long-range drone systems. In this role, you'll work closely with a range of cross-functional engineers and flight operators to identify friction points in how our software supports daily operations for our Platform 1 vehicle that is supporting operations around the world. You'll lead anomaly investigations, define data-driven requirements, and drive execution of improvement projects to enhance system reliability, ease of maintenance, and overall usability. Whether you're implementing direct software improvements or coordinating efforts across multiple teams, your goal is to ensure the platform runs smoothly and efficiently. At times, you'll step into a technical program management role—helping unblock other engineers, align priorities, and drive key projects forward. Success in this role requires an entrepreneurial mindset, strong technical foundation, excellent communication skills, and the ability to translate between the needs of operators in the field and the engineers building the system. If you thrive at the intersection of software and real-world impact, and enjoy bringing clarity and progress to complex systems, you'll feel right at home here. WHAT YOU'LL DO • Optimize and improve a complex, real-world system used daily by operators—delivering timely solutions while ensuring all changes are thoroughly validated for safety and reliability., • Travel to our international operations centers to understand how the system works in the real world., • Become the go-to expert on the existing flight software stack, along with its development, testing, and deployment tools., • Support triage and risk assessment of emergent technical issues, balancing urgency with sound engineering judgment., • Lead new projects to drive operations efficiency and increase system robustness., • Drive data-driven analysis of system behavior using tools like Databricks to diagnose issues, evaluate performance, and quantify the impact of improvements., • Build and maintain strong working relationships across the organization—from operations and systems engineering to software leads and regulatory partners., • Identify, document, and drive improvements to the software development and deployment lifecycle for the long-range drone platform., • Collaborate across teams—global operations, engineering, and leadership—to shape the strategic software roadmap for the platform., • Design, coordinate, and execute high-impact testing campaigns that validate new features, improvements, or fixes in real-world conditions.WHAT YOU'LL BRING Basic qualifications:, • 8+ years of professional experience in embedded software development, integration & test, mechatronics/robotics engineering, or similar, for hardware products in a safety-critical field, e.g. aerospace, robotics, medical devices, autonomous vehicles., • Proficiency in one or more "strongly typed" language: Rust, C++, C, • Familiarity with software development practices, including version control (e.g. Git), testing, and CI/CD pipelines., • Ability to analyze field performance data, and develop data analysis tools in languages like Python, SQL, MATLAB, • You are willing to work some nights/weekends and travel, including to international sites as needed, • You are eligible to work in the USPreferred qualifications:, • Demonstrable history of assuming ownership of complex engineering problems, and driving them from inception to solution., • Experience leading engineering projects with multi-disciplinary teams to solve technical problems in a fast-paced environment., • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Demonstrated engineering intuition, ability to think critically, and be comfortable with ambiguity., • Creative problem solver that can make design and development decisions with limited or imperfect data., • Strong sense of accountability and integrity, and are not afraid to challenge the status quo. 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 Senior Software Engineer - Motor Controls Based in South San Francisco About Zipline Zipline is the world's largest and most experienced autonomous delivery service, founded to serve all humans equally by ensuring access to essential goods anytime, anywhere. We design, build, and operate the world's largest autonomous logistics system, delivering critical supplies quickly and reliably. Today, Zipline operates on four continents, makes a delivery somewhere in the world every 30 seconds, and has completed millions of deliveries including blood, vaccines, medical supplies, food, and commercial products. Our customers include healthcare systems, governments, retailers, and global brands who rely on us to save lives, reduce emissions, increase economic opportunity, and provide new logistics services at scale. Our technology goes beyond drones. We deploy integrated logistics infrastructure that strengthens supply chains, reduces congestion, and enables instant delivery, transforming how essential goods reach people everywhere. With more than 140 million commercial autonomous miles safely flown, Zipline is redefining access to healthcare, consumer products, and food across the globe. We operate at a global scale and are looking for practical problem solvers who thrive on real-world challenges and rapid growth. Our team is motivated by building systems that have a direct, meaningful impact on people's lives and by scaling the future of logistics. About You and The Role As a Senior Motor Control Engineer at Zipline, you'll be responsible for shipping high-performance motor controller firmware for Zipline's family of proprietary motor controllers. Expect to work closely with electrical engineers, structures and mechanism designers, flight software developers, and test-site operations teams. Our close-knit engineering culture presents a unique opportunity to learn from a strong multi-disciplinary team, and lets you swiftly ship features that are clearly linked to the delivery experience. We use C++ in our firmware development, with Rust and Python for tooling that will be deployed to our production systems in the field. The team uses hardware- and software-in-the-loop test infrastructure to validate new features and regression test existing functionality. You'll often be querying large data-sets from our test operations to make high-quality data-driven engineering decisions and build prototypes of new algorithms. You'll build analyses in Matlab, Julia, or Python to prove the performance of your controls designs, and execute Monte-Carlo simulations to validate complex dynamics. What You'll Do • Design estimators and controllers for propulsion motors and actuators, in close collaboration with the vehicle controls team., • Implement these controllers in C++, targeting a bare-metal ARM microcontroller., • Write peripheral drivers for new revisions of Zipline's motor controller hardware., • Get your hands dirty validating your firmware on the bench and in flight tests., • Understand and improve the reliability of the flight software system as a whole, working with hardware and systems engineers to develop comprehensive fault management strategies and hardware-in-the-loop tests., • Build vehicle simulations in Rust to validate and regression test Zipline's firmware., • Collaborate with electrical engineers to bring-up and validate new inverter designs., • Build and maintain automated systems to monitor the performance of our fleet and direct maintenance activity. What You'll Bring • Fluency in C/C++, and excitement about writing code in Rust and Python., • Eagerness to learn in a fast-paced safety-critical environment., • Some experience with mechatronic control systems: hobby projects or professional experience are applicable., • Curiosity and a willingness to work in a variety of embedded environments, from running on bare metal, to using a RTOS and integrating with embedded Linux., • Experience supporting robotic systems in the real-world, in particular addressing the long-tail of edge-cases and rare events to guarantee safety, reliability, and performance., • A systems-engineering mindset, and an eye for finding efficient solutions to problems that may lie outside your core competencies., • Strong executive communication skills, to efficiently communicate about your work with stakeholders outside your technical domain., • You must be able to work on-site in South San Francisco, CA., • A background in electronics design would be appreciated, but is not required. What Else You Need to Know The starting cash range for this role is $155,000 - $225,000. 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, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws or our own sensibilities. 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! Please Note We have received reports stating that certain individuals are reaching out to people under false pretenses, claiming to be Zipline employees, affiliates, agents, or representatives. They may seek to gain access to your personal information or to acquire money from you by offering fictitious employment opportunities or by claiming that they are contacting you on Zipline's behalf. Genuine Zipline employees or representatives will never ask you for money or payment in exchange for employment opportunities or other related services. Any such offer of employment or any other service in exchange for fees that claims to be from us is deceitful and part of a fraud. If you believe you have been targeted by a fraudulent party, we ask that you immediately get in touch with us via email at upon receiving a suspicious offer or claim.

Job DescriptionAbout PykaPyka’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 CO2 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 looking for a Senior Embedded Software Engineer with deep technical curiosity and a passion for building the low-level systems that power autonomous aircraft. In this role, you’ll design and maintain the embedded software that runs on our flight computers, auxiliary computers, and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing systems — the infrastructure that ensures our aircraft behave safely and reliably in the real world. You’ll work closely with electrical, avionics, systems, and flight control engineers to bring up new hardware, develop robust firmware architectures, and expand our automated HIL testing capabilities. If you’ve built embedded systems for robots, vehicles, or other real-time machines, you’ll feel at home shaping the foundation that every Pyka aircraft depends on.If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every single requirement, we still encourage you to apply — we’d love to meet people who bring passion, curiosity, and the ability to grow into new challenges.Responsibilities • Own the full firmware lifecycle for new flight and auxiliary computers — from board bring-up and driver development to integration, testing, and flight-ready release, • Maintain and develop Pyka’s hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing environment, enabling automated validation of flight-critical systems, • Implement drivers for off-the-shelf and custom sensors (I²C, SPI, CAN, UART/serial, etc.), • Bring up new hardware platforms, including bootloaders, board initialization, hardware abstraction layers, and diagnostics, • Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to define interfaces, requirements, and validation plans, • Investigate and resolve hardware/software interaction issues across microcontrollers, sensors, and embedded Linux systemsRequired Qualifications, • 5+ years of experience developing embedded software or firmware for real-time or hardware-integrated systems, • Strong proficiency in C/C++ and experience with microcontrollers and embedded Linux (e.g., BalenaOS), • Comfortable implementing sensor and peripheral drivers (I²C, SPI, CAN, UART, ethernet), • Comfortable with git and modern collaborative software development workflows, • Able to independently own complex, cross-disciplinary engineering projectsPreferred Qualifications, • Experience with FPGAs or HDL development, • Experience with electric motor controllers or motor control firmware, • Familiarity with hardware-in-the-loop testing and embedded automated test frameworks, • We understand that candidates bring different strengths and experiences, and you don’t need to meet every qualification to be considered. If this role excites you, we’d love to learn more about you. You may be a great fit even if your background doesn’t align perfectly with the list.Compensation & Benefits, • 166,000-200,000 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, • SA 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

Job DescriptionWanna join the adventure? Loft Orbital is looking for a Software Engineer to join our Ground Software Solutions team. About the Team:The Ground Software Solutions Team develops and maintains custom ground software capabilities for our customers. We configure and extend Cockpit (Loft's Mission Control and Scheduling Software) for specific program needs, deliver custom features to support mission deployment and execution, and help ensure smooth operations by connecting product capabilities with mission-specific needs. We also drive product improvement by providing operational feedback and collaborating closely with Product teams. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting edge technology, helping build modern automated infrastructure, bringing software and space together. As well as developing our future systems, the role will also be working on real-time issues on live missions, helping to solve problems as they occur. On top of this we also offer SatDevOps training to enable this person to actually operate our spacecraft! Some technical information about the position The stack we are using: Python, Django, GraphQL, Kubernetes, Cue, C++About the Role: • Own and maintain Ground Procedures, Configurations and Automation software tailored to specific programs and missions, • Design and implement non-recurring features within Cockpit to support both Physical and Virtual Missions customers, • Work closely with other Solutions teams and Software Product teams to ensure smooth integration and improve products., • Help troubleshoot software integration issues found during development as well as during end to end testing, commissioning and operations., • Participate actively in Satellite Operations and support Spacecraft Commissioning - Everyone is involved!Must Haves:, • Previous experience as Software Engineer, or Satellite Operations Automation roles involving software development., • Ability to troubleshoot and effectively communicate issues and solutions, • Experience with Python and Git, • DockerNice to Haves:, • Experience in Software Integration - Making all the pieces work together, • Experience in or close to Satellite Operations, • Experience with Satellite Scheduling concepts and or Flight Dynamics, • GitLab CI/CD and Automated testing, • DjangoSome of Our Awesome Benefits:, • 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance option for employees and dependents, • Flexible Spending (FSA) and Health Savings (HSA) Accounts offered with an employer contribution to the HSA, • 100% employer paid Life, AD&D, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability insurance, • Flexible Time Off policy for vacation and sick leave, and 12 paid holidays, • 401(k) plan and equity options, • Daily catered lunches and snacks in office, • International exposure to our team in France, • Fully paid parental leave; 14 weeks for birthing parent and 10 weeks for non-birthing parent, • Carrot Fertility provides comprehensive, inclusive fertility healthcare and family-forming benefits with financial support, • Off-sites and many social events and celebrations

Job DescriptionWanna join the adventure? As a Space Infrastructure Software Engineer, you are responsible for scaling our ability to operate a heterogeneous fleet of satellites--spanning dedicated, rideshare, and constellation missions. You will work at the intersection of automated satellite operations, ground and flight software, and solving on-orbit problems. The team is responsible for ensuring the reliable, efficient, and standardized operation of Loft’s space infrastructure. Within the operational fleet of Loft satellites, the team is responsible for the stability of the satellite bus, the Hub, and Loft-owned payloads as a platform to execute customer missions. Loft’s business and its customer’s businesses are built on the reliability of its space infrastructure. This team’s work is foundational for that model, and gives you a wide latitude to work on different systems, ranging from code that interacts with and uses Cockpit, our mission control system, to code that executes onboard our satellites. It will also give you the opportunity to become a Flight Director, responsible for the health and safety of our fleet.About the Role: • Develop and maintain the software systems that autonomously operate our satellites, improving the reliability and scalability of our space infrastructure., • Build tools, systems, and software libraries to enable other teams to integrate and operate effectively on Loft’s satellite platform., • Scale our satellite operations software to support an increasingly heterogeneous and growing fleet., • Partner with software product teams to drive continuous improvements based on operational and integration feedback., • Contribute to and maintain SatDevOps Academy, our internal training program for company-wide satellite operations readiness., • Serve as a rotating Flight Director, overseeing incident response and ensuring the health and safety of the fleet.Must Haves:, • 4+ years of professional software engineering experience, with solid skills in automation., • Ability to work across the full software and hardware stack—including ground-based automation, space-based automation, and the interfaces that connect them., • Proficiency in Python, container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes), CI/CD pipelines, unit/integration testing, Linux, and Git., • Willingness and enthusiasm to be trained as a satellite controller and Flight Director (including participation in the on-call rotation)., • Pragmatic mindset: able to balance long-term reliability with short- and medium-term solutions., • Accountability and autonomy; comfortable taking ownership and delivering results., • Openness to learning, working outside your comfort zone, and tackling unfamiliar challenges.Nice to Haves:, • Familiarity or experience with Argo, Grafana, Loki, Lua, test engineering, or reliability engineering., • Hands-on experience as a satellite operator.Some of Our Awesome Benefits:, • 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance option for employees and dependents, • Flexible Spending (FSA) and Health Savings (HSA) Accounts offered with an employer contribution to the HSA, • 100% employer paid Life, AD&D, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability insurance, • Flexible Time Off policy for vacation and sick leave, and 12 paid holidays, • 401(k) plan and equity options, • Daily catered lunches and snacks in office, • International exposure to our team in France, • Fully paid parental leave; 14 weeks for birthing parent and 10 weeks for non-birthing parent, • Carrot Fertility provides comprehensive, inclusive fertility healthcare and family-forming benefits with financial support, • Off-sites and many social events and celebrations

Job DescriptionAbout 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. 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 Zipline is looking for a Senior Flight Test Engineer to lead comprehensive flight test campaigns and integrate automated testing infrastructure into our flight test program. Your work will help enable Zipline to continuously test, learn, and deploy improvements to our global delivery service. In this role, you will develop a deep understanding of Zipline's end-to-end logistics system and work closely with cross-functional partners to generate rapid insights into changes across hardware, software, and operations. Your work will serve as the final line of defense before software and hardware are deployed globally to perform critical real-world deliveries. You'll own system-level flight test campaigns from planning through execution and analysis. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys translating complex engineering questions into effective test programs and using data and automation to accelerate learning. Do you enjoy designing system-level test campaigns and owning the outcome end-to-end? Are you collaborative and motivated to integrate the needs of multiple engineering teams into a unified test strategy? Are you passionate about bringing automation, tooling, and data analytics into flight testing to increase speed and insight? If so, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Do • Develop and execute flight test campaigns to validate aircraft performance, delivery operations, docking systems, and fleet orchestration., • Ensure flight testing is used for the highest-value learning opportunities, and recommend alternative test approaches when more efficient methods exist., • Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and software teams to define system-level flight test objectives and success criteria., • Assess hardware and software readiness for testing and make sound judgments on risk posture and flight readiness., • Identify and remove technical and programmatic roadblocks that slow down flight testing., • Own or coordinate key aspects of flight operations, including preflight preparation, flight execution, and incident reporting., • Analyze flight test data to identify anomalies, trends, and opportunities for rapid iteration., • Track test progress and introduce new tools, processes, and workflows that enable safe and efficient testing., • Develop and integrate software tooling and automated test infrastructure to improve test precision, insight, capacity, and velocity. What You'll Bring • 5+ years designing, developing or validating autonomous, robotic, systems (UAS experience preferred)., • Experience maintaining and enforcing safety in a fast-paced and rapidly evolving environment., • Strong experience analyzing and interpreting test data., • Experience bringing up and debugging hardware and software systems for automated platforms., • A systems-level mindset, with the ability to balance risks and priorities across structures, aerodynamics, embedded systems, and software teams., • Strong judgment on when to move quickly with pragmatic solutions and when to invest in long-term infrastructure or tooling., • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for flight testing (approximately 2–6 weeks per year)., • Comfort working outdoors and supporting flight test activities in varying weather conditions. What 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; overtime pay; 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 the Role Zipline operates the world's largest autonomous logistics system (ground or air) — and in the coming year, we will be hyper-scaling from thousands to tens of thousands of carefully coordinated drone deliveries in several dense, dynamic U.S. metros. Our Autonomy Motion Planning team is looking for a Senior/Staff Software Engineer who is passionate about developing autonomous systems for the real world. This role will explore cutting-edge approaches to decision making and trajectory planning that will enable more accurate and timely deliveries, putting you in the position to make critical product decisions that will shape our future architectures. What You'll Do * Build real-time trajectory generation and decision-making for autonomous flight (search-based, sampling, MPC, convex/non-convex optimization). * Design collision avoidance and large-scale multi-agent planning (fleet deconfliction, airspace rules, traffic management) that scales to 10,000+ flights/day. * Tackle joint optimization across safety, energy, time, and reliability—balancing mission goals with vehicle/airspace constraints. * Plan in uncertain environments with complex dynamics: chance-constraints, robustness to wind/turbulence, degraded sensors, and partial observability. * Extend the autonomy stack for new aircraft and payloads; define clean interfaces with perception and controls. * Prove it before flight: scenario libraries, SIL/HIL, large-scale sim, log replay, and fault-injection. * Mine real fleet data to validate safety metrics (separation, risk, intervention rate), improve models, and burn down long-tail failure modes. * Continuously reduce cost/latency (vectorization, warm starts, smart heuristics) while raising reliability. What You'll Bring • Master's degree in Computer Science or related field and 3+ years of experience building software for safety-critical systems (aerospace/AV/robotics/medical). Strong in Rust/C++/C for real-time, fault-tolerant code on embedded/Linux. * Depth in planning & search (A*/ anytime / RRT*/sampling), trajectory optimization/MPC, or multi-agent deconfliction—shipped on real robots/vehicles. * Hands-on with simulation at scale, SIL/HIL, log replay, and metrics-driven validation. * Evidence of shipping production-grade autonomy through ambiguous, noisy conditions—owning the last mile to reliability. * Systems thinker who collaborates tightly with perception, controls, and flight ops; crisp docs and design reviews. Why Join Now? * Impact at scale: Your planner won't benchmark in isolation—it will fly thousands of missions/day delivering essential goods. * Technical frontier: Real-time multi-agent autonomy, joint optimization, and robustness under uncertainty at a scale few have seen. * Ownership: High-leverage IC role—your decisions shape Zipline's flight stack and the behavior of a global fleet. * Category leadership: Help define the standard for safe, reliable autonomous flight in the real world. What Else You Need to Know The starting cash range for this role is $175,000 - $210,000; please note that this is a target, starting cash range for a candidate who meets the minimum qualifications for this role. We are always open to negotiation. 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 Software Engineer - Embedded Firmware Job Description 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. 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 As an embedded firmware engineer at Zipline, you will be responsible for building the lowest level and most safety-critical software on our aircraft. You will work closely with a range of other disciplines, including electrical, mechanical, embedded Linux, and systems engineers, to ensure each aircraft seamlessly transitions from our manufacturing lines to being a participant in the largest drone delivery network in the world. We use C++ in our firmware development, with Rust and Python for tooling that will be deployed to our production systems in the field. Our aircraft are deployed to locations around the world, many not easily accessible, even over a network. You will help build re-usable firmware infrastructure that will level up our systems' observability and reliability, without requiring an equal scaling of our engineering team. What You'll Do • Design and build the software necessary to run critical flight and safety processes on a network of microcontrollers, in cooperation with embedded Linux edge computers, • Understand and improve the reliability of the flight software system as a whole, working with hardware and systems engineers to develop comprehensive fault management strategies and hardware-in-the-loop tests, • Analyze the runtime characteristics of our avionics software in flight to build confidence in its performance, focusing on re-usable, maintainable software and optimizing where required, • Develop metrics, monitoring and troubleshooting capabilities to prepare the system for field deployment at scale, • Design and build data collection and testing tools to support early stage evaluation of new sensors, communications systems, and microcontroller platforms What You'll Bring • Strong software engineering skills, with proficiency in at least one strongly typed language. We use C++, Rust, and Python., • Curiosity and a willingness to learn and work in a variety of embedded environments, from running on bare metal, to using and RTOS and integrating with embedded Linux, • Experience building and maintaining real-world deployed embedded systems, and handling the long tail of edge cases to ensure consistent safety, reliability and high performance, • A systems mindset and intuition for debugging; when anything could be wrong, you know how to narrow down the possibilities., • Fluency in implementing peripheral drivers based on electrical schematics and datasheets, and debugging at this boundary in order to support prototype hardware evaluation, • Our team uses a hybrid in-office and distributed work environment, centered around our headquarters in South San Francisco, CA. You must be able to work from the office on a regular basis. What Else You Need to Know The starting cash range for this role is $125,000 - $210,000. 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, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws or our own sensibilities. 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! Please Note We have received reports stating that certain individuals are reaching out to people under false pretenses, claiming to be Zipline employees, affiliates, agents, or representatives. They may seek to gain access to your personal information or to acquire money from you by offering fictitious employment opportunities or by claiming that they are contacting you on Zipline's behalf. Genuine Zipline employees or representatives will never ask you for money or payment in exchange for employment opportunities or other related services. Any such offer of employment or any other service in exchange for fees that claims to be from us is deceitful and part of a fraud. If you believe you have been targeted by a fraudulent party, we ask that you immediately get in touch with us via email at upon receiving a suspicious offer or claim.