Zipline · 1 day ago
Senior RF Desense Engineer - Avionics
South San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$160K/yr - $210K/yr
5+ years expZipline is on a mission to transform the way goods move, and they are seeking a Senior RF Desense Engineer to architect, test, and debug RF Desense challenges. The role involves collaboration with engineers across disciplines to ensure compliance and performance in complex unmanned aerial systems.
DeliveryDronesElectric VehicleHome Health CareLogisticsRoboticsSupply Chain Management
Responsibilities
Develop and execute RF Desense test plans from PCB level to integrated aircraft level
Identify and document ECU level susceptibilities to electromagnetic environments, transients, radiated and conducted emissions
Analyze 2D/3D electromagnetic phenomena using CST, HFSS, ADS, other EM simulation tools, and in-house developed data analysis tools in order to develop an understanding of our products
Desense mitigation implementation through all avenues, including but not limited to modeling, measurements, testing, software updates, layout changes, BOM, changes, assembly changes
Specify, procure, and maintain lab equipment related to RF Desense testing
Perform Antenna and Active components colocation planning and optimization at product integration level and PCB level
Promote best practices across various electrical and mechanical design teams
Clearly communicate technical challenges and trade-offs to both fellow engineers and non-engineers, both written and verbally. Assist in recruiting, interviewing, and hiring additional teammates to our rapidly-growing team
Qualification
Required
A degree in Electrical Engineering, Embedded Hardware Engineering or equivalent, and at least 5 years of practical experience in an RF Desense role or related field
This position requires a thorough understanding of design for Desense philosophy to push the bounds for what is possible in the space and involves a blend of design consultation, simulation, hands-on testing, and regulatory compliance management
Collaborate with electrical design teams in all phases of product design, from the concept and architecture definition, schematic and layout, cable design and routing, product packaging, validation testing, and introduction into production
Experience with signal integrity, PDN and emissions problems
Experience with product desense risk profiling, clock tree planning, desense test plan, measurements and remediation based on aggressor and victim matrix on a multi radio system
Experience with 2D/3D electromagnetic phenomena using CST, HFSS, ADS, other EM simulation tools
Experience with system level coexistence debugging and improvements, and proficiency on test and measurement tools (Oscilloscope, Logic Analyzer, spectrum analyzer)
Experience with Python or other scripting languages for test automation and data analysis
Must be able to work at Zipline's South San Francisco office
Preferred
Experience automating lab measurements using Python or other scripting languages
Knowledge of antennas and electromagnetic propagation
Ability to read and interpret PCB schematic and layout, electrical interface drawings, and mechanical CAD documents
Benefits
Equity compensation
Discretionary annual or performance bonuses
Sales incentives
Benefits such as medical, dental and vision insurance
Paid time off
And more
Company
Zipline
Zipline designs, manufactures, and operates drones to deliver vital medical products.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$971MKey Investors
U.S. Department of StateThe Rise FundKatalyst Ventures
2025-11-25Grant· $150M
2023-04-28Series F· $330M
2021-06-30Series E· $250M
Leadership Team
Keller Rinaudo Cliffton
Co-founder & CEO
Keenan Wyrobek
Founder, CTO and Product Architect
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