Electrical Design Engineer

San Mateo, California, United States Aerospace Full-time $128k to $240k Posted Oct 8, 2026
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About this role

Skydio is hiring a Electrical Design Engineer, full-time, on-site in San Mateo, California, United States, in the Aerospace sector.

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 are looking for an Electrical Design Engineer who will help architect, develop, and refine the electrical systems that bring together state-of-the-art computing hardware, sensing, and power systems.

How you'll make an impact:

  • Define the architecture and select components for a complex embedded electro-mechanical and optical system

  • Work and direct others through detailed design of main logic, interconnect, power, RF and sensing systems around a mobile SOC

  • Integrate sophisticated cameras and imaging electronics

  • Incorporate DFM and other manufacturing considerations on the way to high-quality mass production

  • Create and carry out a validation plan for the system electronics

  • Solve related reliability, yield, and performance issues through development and into production

What makes you a good fit:

  • Experience shipping high-volume consumer electronic products in a senior or architect-level role

  • Mobile SoC design

  • High speed digital design

  • Connected products (wifi, cellular)

  • Troubleshooting EMI/RF problems

  • Familiar with scripting/programming in Python/C

  • Obtaining FAA Part 107 certification within the first 60 days of employment is strongly encouraged for all Skydio employees and required for certain positions.

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 $127,500 - $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.

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Autonomous drones for enterprise and defense. San Mateo, CA.

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