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Senior Hardware Test and Reliability Engineer Location US CA San Mateo Employment Type Full time Location Type On-site Department R&D Overview Application 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 to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios, and beyond. About the role: Autonomous systems bring together electronics hardware, sensing, and real-time AI software. The complexity of the systems combined with the fact they can move freely in the real world, makes the development, performance, and reliability testing strategy a key element of delivering a great product. We are seeking a driven and versatile Senior Hardware Test and Reliability Engineer to help drive safety and reliability initiatives, develop and execute test plans that enable rapid design iteration and robust product validation for state-of-the-art autonomous flying machines servicing a broad range of enterprise, public safety, and defense applications. How you will make an impact: Work with product development, embedded software, quality, manufacturing, and suppliers to define and execute comprehensive test strategies from early prototyping stages through volume production, enabling earliest possible discovery of failure modes for complex electro-mechanical autonomous systems Lead technical test strategy and own validation planning, execution and risk management from early prototypes through volume production Collaborate with electrical, mechanical and software engineering teams to perform failure analysis, identify root cause, implement corrective actions, resolve system issues, and help develop process/design mitigations Contribute to design reviews and provide key design for reliability inputs to mitigate risks from first prototypes to first customer shipment and beyond A keen interest in contributing across multiple domains to make Skydio products the default choice for users in challenging environments Immerse yourself in massive data sets from developmental flight telemetry and robust customer analytics to identify problems before they occur, perform risk assessments, develop prognostic and conditioned based maintenance protocols, and anchor our reliability test specs firmly data Useful skills and experience: Deep curiosity with 6+ years experience hands-on testing, development and delivery of highly reliable complex electro-mechanical systems with an emphasis on high density PCBA test engineering and debug Proven experience leading technical validation programs end-to-end, with accountability for test strategy, execution quality, and overall system readiness Strong robotics testing experience coupled with good mechanical intuition desired to rapidly drive failure analysis Extensive knowledge of the physics of failure and integration risks of one or more critical electronics and mechanical subsystems such as compute systems, electro-mechanical or electronic sensors Proficient in Python and/or SQL and how to best harness AI models to maximize efficiency and minimize hallucinations analyzing large datasets or scripting efficient automated testing; uncovering correlations and trends between our drones, their operational environments, and diverse use cases A passion for communicating the nuances of hardware reliability to internal and external cross functional teams to help drive organizational priorities Certifications: Obtaining FAA Part 107 certification within the first 60 days of employment is strongly encouraged for all Skydio employees and required for certain positions. Compensation: At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full-time employees include competitive base salaries, equity in the form of stock options, and comprehensive benefits packages. Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience. Relocation assistance may also be provided for eligible roles. The annual base salary range for this position is $170,000 - $230,000*. Fundamentally, we believe that equity is the key to long-term financial growth, and we ensure all regular, full-time employees have the opportunity to significantly benefit from the company's success. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s group health insurance plans. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits: Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan. This position and all associated benefits are subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as the Company’s policies and eligibility criteria. *Compensation for certain positions may vary based on the position’s location. #LI-LP1 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. We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws. For positions located in the United States of America, Skydio, Inc. uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. 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Engineering

35 days ago

Hardware Test & Reliability Intern

Skydio · San Mateo, California, United States

Pay

$47/hr

Setting

On-site

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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 to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios, and beyond.

About the role:

We are seeking Fall 2026 (September/October start) interns or Co-ops for our Hardware Test & Reliability Team!

Autonomous systems are a new breed of product that bring together electronics hardware and real-time AI software. The complexity of the systems combined with the fact they can move freely in the real world, makes the development and reliability testing strategy a key element of delivering a great product.

We are seeking a driven and cross-functional engineering intern to help the development and execution of test plans and testing infrastructure to enable rapid design iteration and robust product validation for state-of-the-art autonomous flying machines servicing a broad range of consumer and commercial use cases.

How you’ll make an impact:

Own the design and implementation of hardware and software systems to execute comprehensive performance and reliability validation for products performing in a wide array of use cases
Analyze data, calculate statistics, and carefully document results to explain trends and inform impactful design improvements
Perform failure analysis to identify root cause and help develop process/design mitigations to resolve system issues, collaborating with mechanical, electrical, software, manufacturing, and quality engineering teams
Participate in design reviews and provide key design for reliability inputs to mitigate risks at every stage of the product development lifecycle

What makes you a good fit:

A sense of how to test, how not to test, and how to find vulnerabilities in processes and design
A systematic approach to problem solving, and a knack for rapidly identifying issues within electro-mechanical systems; strong desire to drive failure analyses to true root cause
Enthusiastic tendencies toward diving in and applying first principles to engineer creative solutions to complex problems
Experience with Python or other programming languages for test automation, data analysis and visualization
Strong desire to learn and contribute across multiple domains within a dynamic and growing organization
Excellent project management, written & verbal communication and cross-functional teamwork skills
Familiarity with testing equipment and basic knowledge of stress, environmental, and accelerated life testing methods to assess product durability and reliability.

Compensation Range: The hourly rate for this position is $47/hr for Undergrad, $53/hr for Graduate students, and $58 for PhD students*. Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience.

*For some positions the pay may be dependent upon the individual's regional location.

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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. We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws.

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37 days ago

Senior 3D Generalist, Product Visualization (Contract)

Skydio · San Mateo, California, United States

Pay

$80–90/hr

Setting

Hybrid

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Senior 3D Generalist, Product Visualization (Contract) Location San Mateo, California, United States Employment Type Full time Location Type Hybrid Department Operations Overview Application 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 to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios, and beyond. About the role: Skydio is looking for a highly skilled Senior 3D Generalist to join our Brand Creative team for a full-time, three-month contract. This role will support the development of product imagery, illustrations, animations, and interactive 3D assets for our annual user conference keynote and other high-priority brand and product-launch initiatives. You will report to the Senior 3D Art Director and Creative Director and collaborate closely with designers, animators, product marketers, engineers, and other cross-functional partners. This is a hands-on production role for someone who can take projects from prepared product CAD through final, polished visual deliverables. You should be equally comfortable cleaning and preparing complex product geometry, building physically accurate materials, lighting photorealistic scenes, animating product features, compositing final imagery, and optimizing assets for real-time web experiences. Employment Type: Full-time, 3-month contract Work Authorization: We welcome every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in The United States to apply. However, at this time, Skydio does not currently offer employment-based work permits or visa sponsorship for this role. Location: U.S. Remote or hybrid/onsite at our HQ in San Mateo, California. What You'll Do: Create highly photorealistic product renderings, illustrations, and animations for keynote presentations, product launches, marketing campaigns, web experiences, decks, manuals, and other brand communications. Work from engineering and industrial-design CAD models to create production-ready visualization assets in Blender. Prepare complex CAD-derived geometry through tessellation, topology cleanup, normal correction, mesh organization, material separation, UV creation, and scene optimization. Preserve the accuracy, construction, proportions, materials, and fit and finish of Skydio hardware throughout the visualization process. Build realistic, physically based materials using Blender and Adobe Substance 3D Painter. Create studio-quality lighting that accurately communicates product form, surface finish, scale, and industrial-design details. Produce both clean studio imagery and environmental or conceptual scenes showing Skydio products in use. Create product animations that demonstrate assembly, operation, movement, workflows, features, and product interactions. Composite and finish rendered imagery primarily in Adobe Photoshop, with occasional motion graphics and compositing work in Adobe After Effects. Adapt product assets for multiple output formats, resolutions, aspect ratios, and campaign needs. Prepare optimized real-time 3D assets for interactive product viewers, web experiences, and augmented-reality applications. Export and validate assets in formats such as glTF and GLB for implementation in three.js and related browser-based experiences. Optimize real-time assets through efficient topology, UV layouts, texture atlases, baked maps, level-of-detail strategies, texture compression, and thoughtful polygon and material budgets. Maintain organized scenes, materials, textures, naming conventions, and file structures that can be shared and reused across the broader creative team. Collaborate closely with creative leadership, incorporate feedback quickly, and deliver polished work on compressed production timelines. Types of Deliverables: Photorealistic product renderings Product-launch and keynote imagery Technical and illustrative product visuals Product feature and assembly animations Conceptual product artwork Environmental and in-situ product visualizations Product UI and hardware interaction visuals Web-optimized glTF and GLB assets Interactive 3D product-viewer assets Augmented-reality-ready product assets Presentation, campaign, manual, and website graphics What Makes You a Good Fit: A portfolio demonstrating exceptional photorealistic visualization of consumer electronics, industrial products, automotive products, robotics, or other hard-surface products. Advanced proficiency in Blender, including modeling, scene organization, shading, lighting, rendering, and animation. Strong experience creating realistic hard-surface materials in Adobe Substance 3D Painter. Excellent command of product lighting, composition, color, materials, and visual storytelling. Experience converting engineering or industrial-design CAD data into clean, efficient, production-ready 3D assets. A strong understanding of common CAD-to-DCC challenges, including dense tessellation, poor topology, shading artifacts, duplicate geometry, inconsistent normals, complex assemblies, and large datasets. Strong compositing and image-finishing skills in Adobe Photoshop. Working knowledge of Adobe After Effects for animation finishing, compositing, and motion-graphics integration. Ability to match real-world product materials and finishes accurately, including plastics, coated metals, machined components, glass, optical surfaces, fabrics, and soft goods. Experience balancing physical accuracy with the visual clarity required for marketing and brand communication. Ability to work efficiently across multiple deliverable types while maintaining a consistently high level of craft. Strong organizational skills and experience working with shared production assets, versioning, naming standards, and structured file systems. Ability to receive direction from creative leadership, communicate progress clearly, and respond constructively to feedback. Comfort working in a fast-paced environment with evolving priorities and deadline-driven launch work. Primary Tools: Blender Adobe Substance 3D Painter Adobe Photoshop Adobe After Effects Adobe Creative Cloud glTF and GLB asset workflows Photogrammetry capture and asset creation workflows three.js familiarity or equivalent web-based 3D experience Portfolio Requirements: Please include a portfolio or reel demonstrating: Photorealistic hard-surface product rendering Lighting and material-development skills CAD-derived product visualization Product animation or motion work Examples of real-time, interactive, or web-optimized 3D assets, when available A brief description of your individual responsibilities for collaborative projects Compensation: This is a temporary independent contractor (1099) position with an initial contract duration of three (3) months, with the potential to extend or evolve based on business needs and mutual fit. The hourly rate range for this contract is $80.00–$90.00* per hour and will vary based on factors including skill level, relevant experience, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and geographic location. This position is not eligible for company-sponsored benefits. As an independent contractor, the individual is solely responsible for maintaining any required liability insurance, other applicable insurance coverage, benefits, and for the payment of all applicable federal, state, and local taxes. We consider qualified applicants consistent with applicable law. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with legal requirements. This contract position is subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as the terms of the contractor agreement. *Compensation for certain positions may vary based on location. #LI-WM1 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. We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws. For positions located in the United States of America, Skydio, Inc. uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit https://www.e-verify.gov/ Apply for this Job Powered by Privacy PolicySecurityVulnerability Disclosure

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Product Management

40 days ago

Product Management Intern

Skydio · San Mateo, California, United States

Pay

$47/hr

Setting

Hybrid

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Hardware Product Management Intern Location San Mateo, California, United States Employment Type Intern Location Type Hybrid Department R&D Overview Application 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 to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios, and beyond. About the Role As a Hardware Product Management Intern, you will work closely with our customers and our hardware and embedded software engineering teams to help define and shape Skydio’s current and next-gen drone platforms, controllers, cameras, and accessories ecosystem. This is an incredible opportunity to learn Hardware + Software Product Management, drive key decisions, ship products to customers, and ultimately make an impact on the tools that our customers use in service of public safety, national security, and delivering safe and reliable power. Location This position is based onsite 5 days/week at our HQ in San Mateo, CA. Examples of how you'll make an impact: Drive definition on portions of our existing and next-generation hardware products, including drones, controllers, cameras, and accessories, translating to impact on actual products shipped. Engage with customers, prospects, and internal stakeholders to understand core business problems to inform execution on projects. Draw upon direct customer experiences and ride-alongs as well as usage analytics to inform execution on projects. Develop, own, and publish product requirement documents for portions of Skydio’s vehicle hardware, controllers, cameras/sensors and embedded software. Partner with designers and engineering leaders spanning hardware, firmware, computer vision, AI, and machine learning to execute on self-contained projects that are expected to ship during the internship or shortly after. Capture, document, and distill feedback from customers and prospects to steer product development. Collaborate closely with sales and customer success to build and maintain close customer relationships and ensure success. Partner with product marketing to develop launch plans, product positioning and messaging to bring our products to market. Collaborate closely with our Go To Market Strategy team to forecast demand and price products. What would make you a strong fit: You have a track record of success, demonstrating high ownership and high agency in fast-paced work environments. You are a clear and effective communicator in both technical and story-telling contexts. You are an exceptional critical thinker who loves to learn and can process and leverage new information very rapidly. You are a team player who is willing to take on any task, big or small, to get the job done. You have strong spatial and mechanical reasoning ability. You love to get out “in the field” in order to learn first-hand. You have a great sense for risk management and are very comfortable forming strong opinions with partial or incomplete information. You have strong business acumen and can approach problems either from a top-down business perspective or a bottom-up technical perspective. Obtaining FAA Part 107 certification within the first 60 days of employment is strongly encouraged for all Skydio employees and required for certain positions. Other qualifications that are a plus, but not required: A background in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or computer science. An advanced degree, or degree in progress, such as an MBA Aviation or drone experience Experience with IOT or networked devices Experience working in one of our core verticals (Law Enforcement, National Security, Electrical Utilities) Experience with enterprise/professional robotics or drones Direct or indirect experience with engineering that allows you to actively participate in deep discussions with engineers on complex technical architecture challenges and tradeoffs. Compensation Range: The hourly base salary range for this position is $47/hr for Undergrad, $53/hr for Graduate students, and $58 for PhD 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, compensation may be dependent upon location. #LI-ZD1 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. We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws. For positions located in the United States of America, Skydio, Inc. uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. 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Project Management

41 days ago

Program Manager, DFR - Chicago

Skydio · Chicago, Illinois, United States

Pay

$145k–180k

Setting

On-site

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Program Manager, DFR - Chicago Location Chicago, Illinois, United States Employment Type Full time Location Type On-site Department Operations Overview Application 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 to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios, and beyond. About the role: Skydio is looking for a driven customer facing Program Manager with a deep sense of ownership to lead and drive all aspects of implementation and delivery for our Law Enforcement Customers. You will join our Mission Success team, and will be Skydio's Law Enforcement customer liaison with Chicago Police Department and broadly responsible for the success of our contracts to include: project planning, technical execution, risk management, problem solving, budget, performance improvements and scheduling. In this role, you will have to learn technical concepts and employ them quickly. Digging into the details to understand program dependencies so that technical and program risks can be managed effectively is a must. You will be expected to utilize your technical capability in conjunction with your program management skills to deliver the best outcome for the customer. A successful candidate for this job should have deep experience working within the U.S. Law Enforcement or military and experience engaging with high-level officials through pilots. In addition to your core role, you will also be suited to providing input into a wide range of technical activities within the company. You will work in a high-activity/fast-paced environment, with the ability to handle ambiguity, and multiple tasks or projects at once. Your teammates are passionate Customer Success and Technical Support teams, but also with broader teams such as Product, Marketing, Development and Engineering teams. Location: Chicago (this is a firm requirement) How you will make an impact: Be a highly collaborative, requirements driven planner with a deep sense of ownership and accountability with a willingness to roll up sleeves and dive into the details. Plan and design end-to-end project deployment and integration activities to ensure the successful launch of our platform and ensure operational success. Manage production and implementation programs against cost, schedule and technical requirements. Understand customer requirements and translate them to Skydio’s agile product and technical teams to drive development and delivery execution. Establish relationships with the Law Enforcement customer and be technical to build & drive plans with Skydio’s engineering team’s to meet milestones. Inform Skydio and customer business and program leaders regarding contract management risks and opportunities, ensuring a coordinated and comprehensive approach to product delivery across the program. General support of go-to-market & business activities as required. What Makes You A Good Fit: Experience as a customer-facing professional services / program manager, or in a similar high-tier complex and multifaceted role preferably for law enforcement agencies. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including interaction with senior leaders and a strong focus on project management tools and concepts. Proven track record of implementing new technology, agile development and interfacing with technical teams to deliver on customer schedules. Experience in implementing effective internal business systems, processes and controls (hardware, software, operations) for management of large scale customer projects in the Law Enforcement field Experience with Law Enforcement and commercial Unmanned Aircraft Systems and related software development. Law Enforcement/Federal Program Management experience, to include: Technology Assessments, Systems Design, Systems Analysis, Programmatic Support, Acquisition Planning, and Budget Planning. Outstanding analytical thinker and problem solver, comfortable working in data analytics and able to resolve complex problems independently. Thinking ‘out of the box’ and to develop creative solutions Obtaining FAA Part 107 certification within the first 60 days of employment is strongly encouraged for all Skydio employees and required for certain positions. Compensation: At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full-time employees include competitive base salaries, equity in the form of stock options, and comprehensive benefits packages. Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience. Relocation assistance may also be provided for eligible roles. The annual base salary range for this position is $145,000 - $180,000*. Fundamentally, we believe that equity is the key to long-term financial growth, and we ensure all regular, full-time employees have the opportunity to significantly benefit from the company's success. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s group health insurance plans. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits: Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan. This position and all associated benefits are subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as the Company’s policies and eligibility criteria. *Compensation for certain positions may vary based on the position’s location. 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. We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws. For positions located in the United States of America, Skydio, Inc. uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. 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Project Management

41 days ago

Program Manager, DFR - Los Angeles

Skydio · Los Angeles, California, United States

Pay

$145k–180k

Setting

On-site

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Program Manager, DFR - Los Angeles Location Los Angeles, California, United States Employment Type Full time Location Type On-site Department Operations Overview Application 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 to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios, and beyond. About the role: Skydio is looking for a driven customer facing Program Manager with a deep sense of ownership to lead and drive all aspects of implementation and delivery for our Law Enforcement Customers. You will join our Mission Success team, and will be Skydio's Law Enforcement customer liaison with Los Angeles Police Department and broadly responsible for the success of our contracts to include: project planning, technical execution, risk management, problem solving, budget, performance improvements and scheduling. In this role, you will have to learn technical concepts and employ them quickly. Digging into the details to understand program dependencies so that technical and program risks can be managed effectively is a must. You will be expected to utilize your technical capability in conjunction with your program management skills to deliver the best outcome for the customer. A successful candidate for this job should have deep experience working within the U.S. Law Enforcement or military and experience engaging with high-level officials through pilots. In addition to your core role, you will also be suited to providing input into a wide range of technical activities within the company. You will work in a high-activity/fast-paced environment, with the ability to handle ambiguity, and multiple tasks or projects at once. Your teammates are passionate Customer Success and Technical Support teams, but also with broader teams such as Product, Marketing, Development and Engineering teams. Location: Los Angeles (this is a firm requirement) How you will make an impact: Be a highly collaborative, requirements driven planner with a deep sense of ownership and accountability with a willingness to roll up sleeves and dive into the details. Plan and design end-to-end project deployment and integration activities to ensure the successful launch of our platform and ensure operational success. Manage production and implementation programs against cost, schedule and technical requirements. Understand customer requirements and translate them to Skydio’s agile product and technical teams to drive development and delivery execution. Establish relationships with the Law Enforcement customer and be technical to build & drive plans with Skydio’s engineering team’s to meet milestones. Inform Skydio and customer business and program leaders regarding contract management risks and opportunities, ensuring a coordinated and comprehensive approach to product delivery across the program. General support of go-to-market & business activities as required. What Makes You A Good Fit: Experience as a customer-facing professional services / program manager, or in a similar high-tier complex and multifaceted role preferably for law enforcement agencies. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including interaction with senior leaders and a strong focus on project management tools and concepts. Proven track record of implementing new technology, agile development and interfacing with technical teams to deliver on customer schedules. Experience in implementing effective internal business systems, processes and controls (hardware, software, operations) for management of large scale customer projects in the Law Enforcement field Experience with Law Enforcement and commercial Unmanned Aircraft Systems and related software development. Law Enforcement/Federal Program Management experience, to include: Technology Assessments, Systems Design, Systems Analysis, Programmatic Support, Acquisition Planning, and Budget Planning. Outstanding analytical thinker and problem solver, comfortable working in data analytics and able to resolve complex problems independently. Thinking ‘out of the box’ and to develop creative solutions Obtaining FAA Part 107 certification within the first 60 days of employment is strongly encouraged for all Skydio employees and required for certain positions. Compensation: At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full-time employees include competitive base salaries, equity in the form of stock options, and comprehensive benefits packages. Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience. Relocation assistance may also be provided for eligible roles. The annual base salary range for this position is $145,000 - $180,000*. Fundamentally, we believe that equity is the key to long-term financial growth, and we ensure all regular, full-time employees have the opportunity to significantly benefit from the company's success. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s group health insurance plans. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits: Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan. This position and all associated benefits are subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as the Company’s policies and eligibility criteria. *Compensation for certain positions may vary based on the position’s location. 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. We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws. For positions located in the United States of America, Skydio, Inc. uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. 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