About the role#
We are looking for a Systems Engineering Intern to help build current and future drone architectures. You will work on subsystem development and system integration. This role is for students pursuing degrees in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science.
What you'll do#
- Work with embedded, hardware, wireless, software, and autonomy teams to derive specifications.
- Develop subsystem architectures that include mechanical assemblies, electronics, and embedded software.
- Create methods to simulate, quantify, and analyze designs for platforms and subsystems.
- Collaborate on prototyping efforts.
- Drive architecture specifications down to component-level selection and development.
What you'll need#
- Proficiency in software development with the ability to write clean code in Python and C/C++.
- Experience with embedded systems development.
- Strong written skills for reporting data analysis and conclusions.
- Experience with systems that integrate imaging, ranging, advanced compute, motor control, communication, sensing, or payloads.
- A willingness to obtain FAA Part 107 certification within your first 60 days.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, paid internship based in San Mateo, California.
- The role is on-site for Summer 2027.
- We do not offer visa sponsorship for this position.
About Skydio
Skydio designs and manufactures autonomous drones for public safety, defense, and utility inspection. The company focuses on artificial intelligence to simplify flight operations for complex environments. Founded in 2014, the firm maintains its headquarters in San Mateo and manufacturing facilities in Hayward, California. It currently employs over 1,000 people and has shipped more than 60,000 units.
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