Electrical Engineer, Production Test
Core
Own electrical, functional, and automated test systems to verify Zipline aircraft, dock, delivery pod, and subassembly hardware at scale, directly impacting fleet uptime and delivery reliability.
Role type
Senior IC Electrical Engineer (Production Test)
Builds
Production testers, calibration stations, and automated test equipment for autonomous aircraft and logistics systems.
Domain
Autonomous drone delivery / Aerospace manufacturing
Required skills
Production test system design, instrumentation, signal/power integrity, PCBA debug, test automation (Python/LabVIEW), embedded interfaces (CAN, UART, I2C, SPI), cross-functional launch leadership, yield improvement metrics.
Preferred skills
5-7 years experience, mechatronics background, vendor build management, MES/MFG integration.
Technologies
Python, LabVIEW, TestStand, DAQ, Scopes, DMMs, Power Supplies, Electronic Loads, CAN, UART, Ethernet, I2C, SPI, USB.
Responsibilities
Develop instrumentation, harnesses, and electrical test interfaces; debug PCBA-level failures and establish pass/fail limits; architect and implement electrical testers and fixtures; implement test automation and data pipelines; improve first-pass yield and cycle time; troubleshoot production escalations; lead cross-functional launches and validation plans.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
