Manufacturing Test Engineer
Core
Own electrical, functional, and automated test systems to verify Zipline aircraft, docks, delivery pods, and subassemblies at scale, ensuring fleet uptime and delivery reliability.
Role type
Manufacturing Test Engineer (Electro-mechanical)
Builds
Production test systems, automated test equipment, calibration stations, and data pipelines for autonomous logistics hardware.
Domain
Autonomous drone delivery / Aerospace / Mechatronics
Required skills
Production test system design, automated test equipment (ATE), Python, LabVIEW/TestStand, embedded interfaces (CAN, UART, I2C, SPI, USB), PCBA-level electrical debug, yield improvement, GR&R analysis, MES/MFG integration
Preferred skills
5-7 years experience, vendor build coordination, FAT/SAT execution, scalable tester architecture design
Technologies
Python, LabVIEW, TestStand, DAQ, oscilloscopes, DMMs, power supplies, electronic loads
Responsibilities
Define test coverage, pass/fail limits, and release criteria; integrate harnesses, sensors, and actuators; build automation and data pipelines; troubleshoot production escalations and validate corrective changes; improve first-pass yield and tester uptime; coordinate launch readiness and production qualification; maintain validation records and change-control artifacts.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
