# Flight Test Engineer

**Company:** [Skydio](https://hotfix.jobs/companies/skydio)
**Location:** San Mateo, CA
**Role:** Embedded Engineering
**Salary:** $120k – $150k/yr
**Skills:** wifi, lte, Linux, rf testing, wireless technologies, autonomous robotics, Debugging, test plan design, Data Analysis, automation scripting
**Posted:** 2026-07-20

> Flight Test Engineer responsible for testing and validating Skydio's proprietary wireless RF systems for drones using real-world flight data and lab simulations. Design test plans, conduct tests, analyze data, automate workflows, and debug issues to ensure stable video, control, and logging links.

## Job Description

## How you'll make an impact
- Own wireless software + hardware testing for a growing combination of Skydio products
- Work with the RF team and testing teams to improve testing practices, expand coverage, validate new features, and confirm there are no regressions
- Develop work flows that automate testing practices or log analysis for improved results
- Design/update test plans for new features to ensure they are robust for our end users
- Provide real-time support to the wireless team to diagnose, triage, and debug issues in the wireless system in person at office or in the field

## What makes you a good fit
- Experience working with a variety of wireless technologies including WiFi and LTE
- Experience working with and troubleshooting autonomous robotics systems
- Experience using software tools/scripts on linux to debug software/firmware issues
- Proficiency in finding issues, unblocking yourself, and driving issues to resolution
- Experience documenting and delivering actionable analysis reports following testing
- Demonstrated enthusiasm and experience for things that fly, ability to obtain part 107

## Compensation
- Annual base salary range: $120,000 - $150,000
- Equity in the form of stock options
- Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, paid vacation, sick leave, holiday pay, and 401K savings plan
- Relocation assistance may be provided for eligible roles

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