Senior Electrical Engineer - Long Range Platform
Core
Design and validate electrical subsystems for Zipline's long-range fixed-wing drone platform to enable global autonomous medical supply delivery.
Role type
Senior IC electrical engineer (aerospace hardware)
Builds
Fixed-wing aircraft and ground systems for autonomous logistics
Domain
Aerospace + Autonomous Drones
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Complex PCB design, Mixed signal design, High-speed design, Lithium Ion battery pack design, BLDC motor drives, Embedded communications, Lab equipment proficiency
Preferred skills
First principles engineering, Cross-functional collaboration
Technologies
SPI, I2C, UART, CAN, Ethernet, LVDS, Oscilloscope, DMM, TDR, LCR, Network Analyzer
Responsibilities
Own electrical design from requirements to production validation, Lead trade studies and risk reduction, Collaborate with firmware/mechanical/systems teams, Troubleshoot field issues and develop mitigations
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC