About the role#
As an Applications Engineer Intern, you will solve technical challenges related to deploying infrastructure in diverse environments. You will take a systems-based approach to identify, validate, and integrate off-the-shelf systems and products that meet our ground infrastructure requirements. Your work ensures that our hardware functions reliably in unique operational settings.
What you'll do#
- Contribute to the development, testing, and deployment of system improvements for the Platform 2 system.
- Create and implement technical solutions for specialized needs, such as maintenance lifting apparatus or weather stations for flight safety.
- Evaluate, select, and manage relationships with external vendors to source high-availability products.
- Collaborate with engineering and deployment teams to refine site requirements and turn them into deployable systems.
- Define handover materials and processes to move new solutions into sustaining operations.
What you'll need#
- Completion of at least your second year of undergraduate studies in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
- Proficiency in troubleshooting hardware and software systems, including data collection and analysis.
- Experience reading data sheets, layouts, or schematics.
- CAD skills using tools such as Siemens NX or Solidworks.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to explain technical information clearly.
- Ability to manage projects, including creating timelines and leading meetings.
- Willingness to travel and work outdoors at test sites for hands-on development.
Location & details#
- This is a full-time, on-site internship based in South San Francisco, California.
- The term for this position is Summer 2027.
About Zipline
Zipline operates an automated delivery system using robotics and autonomous technology. Founded in 2014, the company focuses on logistics and supply chain services for healthcare and retail sectors. It is based in South San Francisco and employs between 1,001 and 5,000 people. The organization provides delivery networks for medical supplies and consumer goods across multiple countries.
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