Senior Hardware Engineering Program Manager

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San Mateo, CA
Senior level
Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Robotics • Software
Skydio is the leading US drone company and world leader in autonomous flight
The Role
The role involves managing cross-functional teams to develop and launch next-generation autonomous flight products, ensuring timely execution through effective communication and progress tracking.
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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’re looking for a Senior Hardware Engineering Program Manager to embed within the hardware team and help design, develop, and refine custom, integrated solutions that enable our revolutionary autonomous flight technology.

How you'll make an impact:

  • Lead cross-functional efforts to bring a next-generation product from the early architecture stages through to product launch.
  • Work with engineering management and internal teams to define plans, prioritize engineering efforts, and ensure all aspects critical to the product development cycle are met, including but not limited to: build readiness, testing setups and execution, key supplier kickoffs and progress, major technical issues, and more.
  • Synchronize engineering (and non-engineering) teams to ensure progress toward major company-wide milestones.
  • Track progress throughout the development cycle, communicate updates, and escalate issues as appropriate.

What makes you a good fit:

  • Demonstrable excellence in managing firmware/software or hardware development programs for consumer electronics, automotive, or robotic systems.
  • Proven track record in designing, developing, and manufacturing electromechanical systems at consumer scale.
  • Exceptional communication skills and a natural ability to motivate and drive cross-functional internal teams and external vendors/partners toward a common goal.
  • Highly analytical, with the ability to organize and distill data to inform rigorous product development decisions.
  • Experience interfacing with highly technical teams; an engineering degree or comparable work experience is required.
  • Ability to remain flexible, calm, and creative in the face of uncertainty.

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 $184,000 - 240,000*. 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.

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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.

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/

Top Skills

Electromechanical Systems
Firmware
Hardware
Software
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The Company
HQ: Redwood City, CA
250 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 2014

What We Do

Skydio is the leading US drone company and world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial transportation. Our mission is to make the world more productive, creative, and safe with autonomous flight.

Why Work With Us

The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, and operational excellence to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users - from action sports enthusiasts to first responders to insurance claims adjusters.

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