Zipline · 10 hours ago
Engineering Test Technician
South San Francisco, California, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$75K/yr - $100K/yr
2+ years expZipline is on a mission to transform the way goods move by building and operating an instant delivery and logistics system. As an Engineering Test Technician, you will be responsible for building, assembling, and testing prototype hardware while collaborating with design and development teams to ensure optimal performance and reliability of the prototypes.
DeliveryDronesElectric VehicleHome Health CareLogisticsRoboticsSupply Chain Management
Responsibilities
Build test articles at all stages of design maturity
Contribute manufacturability feedback to the design
Manage multiple prototype builds through various stages of electrical and mechanical tests to ensure performance of critical hardware
Lead electrical checks of fully assembled prototypes to ensure vehicles are flight worthy after assembly
Troubleshoot hardware and software failures by working closely with Electrical and Embedded Software Engineers
Brainstorm and prototype fixtures to resolve assembly or maintenance risks
Collaborate with Structures, Integration, and Mechanism Engineers to identify component issues and develop solutions that ensure our drones operate at the best reliability and performance
Qualification
Required
Minimum 2 years of professional experience in a build or test technician role
Experience in prototyping, assembly, or manufacturing of electro-mechanical components
Experience writing code with Python, Java, or C++
Ability to model simple parts using CAD software
High level of craftsmanship and attention to detail married with the ability to work quickly
Clear communication skills and the ability to explain technical challenges and solutions
A combination of: soldering, harnessing, machine-shop skills, technical documentation, data analysis
Must be eligible to work in the US
Must be able to work in person at Zipline's South San Francisco Headquarters
Contract will require a 6 month commitment
Benefits
Equity compensation
Overtime pay
Discretionary annual or performance bonuses
Sales incentives
Benefits such as medical, dental and vision insurance
Paid time off
Company
Zipline
Zipline designs, manufactures, and operates drones to deliver vital medical products.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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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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