Skydio
Flight Test Intern - Summer 2027
San Mateo, California, United States · Intern · Internship
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About the role
- This is a unique opportunity to play an essential role in shaping Skydio's innovative products.
- Conduct smoke and regression tests to ensure system reliability and confidence
- Enhance the end-to-end Skydio Dock experience by working closely with engineers to identify and resolve key issues
Responsibilities
- Perform daily testing on the master branch to maintain software quality
- Support the validation of new software features for customer-facing applications
- Verify software updates to maintain a stable and reliable flying platform
- Collect flight data to support competitive benchmarking efforts
- At Skydio we believe that diversity drives innovation.
- We have created a multidisciplinary environment that embraces the power of diverse perspectives to create elegant solutions for complex problems.
Requirements
- Practical experience with UAS
Nice to have
- Wireless testing experience preferred
Skills
- Thorough communication and documentation skills
Compensation
- The annual base salary range for this position is $41/hr for students*.
- Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience.
- In addition to base salary, Skydio full-time employees are eligible to enroll in our benefit plans and take advantage of a variety of incentives and stipends.
- For some positions the pay may be dependent upon the individual's regional location.
Company info
- Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility.
- The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users, from utility inspectors https://www.skydio.com/solutions/energy-and-utilities to first responders https://www.skydio.com/solutions/public-safety, soldiers in battlefield scenarios https://www.skydio.com/solutions/national-security/tactical-isr, and beyond https://www.skydio.com/solutions.
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