Senior Staff Electrical Test Engineer

ABOUT ZIPLINEAre you ready to make a difference? At Zipline, we are revolutionizing the logistics of goods transportation. Our mission is to address the world's most pressing access challenges by creating, manufacturing, and operating an instant delivery system that serves all people, regardless of their location. From supporting Rwanda’s national blood deli…

Join FlyZipline as a Senior Staff RF Test Engineer and play a pivotal role in revolutionizing the logistics industry through cutting-edge drone technology. In this position, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and executing tests to validate RF components, ensuring our systems meet the highest standards of reliability and performance.This role requires a strategic thinker with a passion for innovation and a commitment to excellence in engineering practices. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance our product offerings and contribute to our mission of delivering essential medical supplies swiftly and efficiently.

Cellares is on the lookout for a dedicated Senior Electrical Engineer who is enthusiastic about electrical design and automation. This key role will play a crucial part in advancing our cutting-edge cell therapy manufacturing platform.Your primary focus will be on the electrical systems integrated within cell therapy manufacturing equipment. This includes the design, documentation, and validation of control panels, PCBAs, and interconnecting cabling. You will collaborate with various departments to develop innovative products that make a significant impact in the cell and gene therapy sector. This position offers an exciting opportunity for career growth under the guidance of a highly skilled, cross-functional engineering team.We are seeking candidates who thrive in a dynamic, mission-oriented environment and are ready to embrace a wide range of challenges as our company expands.

Zipline seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to focus on Long Range Platforms at its South San Francisco location. This position centers on designing and developing electrical systems for Zipline’s delivery drones. Role overview The Senior Electrical Engineer leads efforts to create and refine the electronics that power Zipline’s long-range drone platforms. The work aims to improve both reliability and efficiency, supporting the delivery of essential goods around the world. Key responsibilities Design and develop electrical systems for drone platforms Drive improvements in reliability and operational efficiency Support technology that enables global delivery of vital supplies Location This role is based in South San Francisco, California.

About Lightship Lightship builds all-electric RVs in South San Francisco, California. As the first U.S. manufacturer focused on electric recreational vehicles, the team is developing an aerodynamic, battery-powered trailer designed for the electric era. Lightship aims to make RVing more convenient and high-performing as the world moves toward electric transportation. Over 11 million American families enjoy RV travel, and Lightship is working to transform that experience. Commitment to Diversity Lightship values a team with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. The company believes that diverse perspectives strengthen the mission and drive success. The workplace features a flat structure, encouraging integrity, autonomy, and creativity across all roles. Role Overview: Senior Systems Test Engineer The Senior Systems Test Engineer will help modernize and electrify RVs by designing and building automated test infrastructure. This role focuses on validating embedded software and hardware, with a special emphasis on the unique propulsion system at the heart of Lightship's products. Success in this position depends on developing a deep understanding of system architecture and proactively identifying weaknesses to ensure high standards for embedded software quality.

Join Zipline's MissionAre you driven to make a difference? At Zipline, we are dedicated to revolutionizing logistics and delivery systems worldwide. Our mission is to address critical access challenges by creating an advanced logistics platform that guarantees equitable service to everyone, everywhere. From facilitating Rwanda's blood delivery network and Ghana's COVID-19 vaccine distribution to enabling Walmart's home delivery services, we are changing the landscape of logistics for businesses and communities alike.Our innovative technology, which integrates robotics and autonomy, aims to reduce carbon emissions, alleviate traffic congestion, and minimize fossil fuel usage while ensuring essential services reach billions of people. Join us in our commitment to building a more resilient and equitable global supply chain.Your Role as a Senior Software Engineer - Hardware TestAs a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Hardware Testing at Zipline, you will play a pivotal role in developing high-quality software for our automated testing systems. Your contributions will enhance our next-generation P2 hardware. You will gain in-depth knowledge of our avionics stack, embedded software, and vehicle sensors while owning the entire lifecycle of test systems from prototype to production. You will collaborate with vendors and cross-functional teams, focusing on reliability and safety. Your efforts will be critical in shaping the future of our vehicles and ensuring the successful operation of our life-saving delivery services.

About ZiplineAre you ready to make a difference? Zipline is on a transformative mission to revolutionize the logistics of goods transportation. Our goal is to address the world’s most pressing access challenges by designing, manufacturing, and operating an instant delivery system that ensures equitable access for everyone, anywhere. From facilitating Rwanda’s national blood delivery network and distributing COVID-19 vaccines in Ghana to providing on-demand delivery for Walmart and enabling healthcare providers to bring essential services directly to homes in the U.S., we are redefining movement for businesses, governments, and consumers alike. Our technology combines robotics and autonomy to decarbonize delivery, alleviate road congestion, and minimize fossil fuel consumption and air pollution, all while fostering a more resilient global supply chain. Join Zipline and contribute to our commitment to build an equitable global supply chain that benefits billions.

About ZiplineAre you ready to make a significant impact? At Zipline, we are committed to revolutionizing the logistics of goods delivery across the globe. Our mission is to address the world's most pressing access issues by designing, manufacturing, and operating an instant delivery system that ensures equitable access to all, no matter their location. From supporting Rwanda's national blood delivery network and facilitating Ghana's COVID-19 vaccine distribution to enabling Walmart's on-demand home deliveries and helping healthcare providers reach patients directly in the U.S., we are reshaping logistics for businesses, governments, and consumers alike. Our innovative technology encompasses robotics and autonomous systems, aimed at decarbonizing delivery, alleviating road congestion, and minimizing fossil fuel consumption and pollution, all while fostering a more resilient global supply chain.Join us at Zipline and be part of our pledge to create an equitable and robust global supply chain that serves billions.

Join Our Mission at ZiplineAre you ready to make a global impact? Zipline is revolutionizing logistics with our innovative approach to supply delivery. Our mission is to tackle the world's most pressing access issues by creating the first equitable logistics system that ensures everyone, everywhere, can receive what they need. From facilitating Rwanda’s national blood delivery and Ghana’s COVID-19 vaccine distribution to enabling Walmart’s on-demand home delivery, we are changing the delivery landscape for businesses and communities.While our technology is advanced, our vision is simple: a teleportation service that delivers essential goods whenever they are needed. Our cutting-edge robotics and autonomous systems are not only enhancing delivery efficiency but also promoting sustainability by reducing road traffic and carbon emissions, ultimately building a more robust global supply chain.Come join Zipline and be a part of our commitment to creating a fair and resilient global supply chain for billions of individuals.Your Role and ResponsibilitiesIf you thrive on the challenge of developing multiple iterations of testing systems in demanding aerospace environments, this opportunity is for you. We are seeking a talented Senior Mechanical Test Engineer who excels in designing tests for intricate cross-functional interfaces with minimal guidance. At Zipline, we prioritize real-world applications—our work is crucial for patients relying on our services today, so there’s no room for compromise.As a key member of our team, you will have the autonomy to drive full vehicle test systems from conception to execution, supported by a small but passionate group dedicated to transforming logistics. Zipline is leading a logistics revolution through the design, manufacturing, and operation of autonomous drones that deliver critical supplies in minutes, every day of the week.

About ZiplineAre you ready to make a difference? Zipline is dedicated to revolutionizing the logistics and delivery landscape. Our mission is to tackle the world’s most pressing access challenges by creating and operating an instant delivery system that ensures equitable access for all, regardless of their location. We have made strides from supporting Rwanda’s national blood delivery network to facilitating vaccine distribution in Ghana, and even providing on-demand home delivery for Walmart. Our innovative approach harnesses the power of robotics and autonomy to minimize carbon emissions, alleviate road congestion, and eliminate fossil fuel dependency, all while ensuring billions gain access to essential goods and fostering a more resilient global supply chain. Since 2016, Zipline’s long-range drone platform has been operational in Rwanda, featuring a fixed-wing design that allows for flights over 200 km on a single charge. Our drones play a crucial role in delivering vital medical supplies swiftly and reliably to isolated communities. From assisting new mothers in Rwanda to aiding snake bite victims in Ghana, our technology has already reached millions across Africa, delivering thousands of life-saving products daily. Join us at Zipline as we strive to fulfill our commitment to building a fair and more robust global supply chain for billions.

About ZiplineAre you ready to make a global impact? Zipline is revolutionizing the logistics landscape with our instant delivery and logistics system designed to address the world's most pressing access challenges. Our innovative solutions have already transformed lives by facilitating critical deliveries such as Rwanda’s national blood network and Ghana’s COVID-19 vaccinations, while also partnering with major retailers like Walmart for on-demand home delivery. We are committed to a sustainable future through cutting-edge technology, including robotics and autonomous systems, aiming to reduce carbon emissions and enhance accessibility for billions globally.Join us at Zipline as we work towards creating an equitable and resilient global supply chain that benefits everyone.Your Role and ResponsibilitiesWe are seeking a dedicated Senior Flight Test Engineer to spearhead comprehensive flight testing initiatives and streamline our automated testing infrastructure. In this dynamic role, you will gain an in-depth understanding of Zipline’s end-to-end logistics system while collaborating with cross-functional teams to extract actionable insights that drive improvements across hardware, software, and operational domains.You will oversee system-level flight test campaigns from conception through execution and analysis, making this position ideal for someone who thrives on transforming complex engineering challenges into effective testing strategies. If you have a passion for automation, tooling, and data analytics in flight testing, we want to hear from you!

Electrical Engineer South San Francisco, CA | Ground Systems | Full Time Join Zipline in Transforming Logistics!Are you ready to make a difference? At Zipline, we are on a revolutionary mission to redefine how goods are delivered. Our goal is to tackle the most pressing global access challenges by creating a cutting-edge delivery and logistics system that serves humanity equally, regardless of location. From powering Rwanda's blood delivery network and distributing COVID-19 vaccines in Ghana to facilitating on-demand home delivery for Walmart, we are changing the game for businesses, governments, and consumers alike. Our innovative technology is not just complex; it embodies a simple yet powerful idea: a teleportation service that delivers exactly what you need, when you need it. Through our advanced robotics and autonomous platforms, we are committed to reducing carbon emissions, alleviating road congestion, and enhancing access to essential goods worldwide. Your Role as an Electrical EngineerAs a key member of our Ground Systems team, you will develop critical components for aircraft landing, charging, loading, and launching. We are seeking an Electrical Engineer with a solid foundation in electrical engineering design and a deep understanding of electronics development, processes, and tools. Your responsibilities will involve designing hardware for our next-generation ground systems, focusing on areas such as microprocessors, high-speed communications, GNSS, brushless DC motor drives, power supplies, battery chargers, and more. Your work will be pivotal in enabling autonomous takeoff and landing for our next-generation aircraft and facilitating seamless integration with shipper sites, allowing Zipline's deliveries to scale from 100,000 per year to 100 million worldwide. Collaborate with top-tier engineers across various disciplines and experience levels in an environment that promotes personal development, continuous learning, and mentorship. Our Ground Systems team faces unique challenges in designing robust systems to provide life-saving services in some of the harshest environments on the planet. From the outset of every project, you'll play a vital role in system architecture, focusing on performance, reliability, and fault tolerance while balancing mass and cost. This includes designing UL-compliant systems to ensure the safety of our employees and customers.

Electrical Engineering Manager South San Francisco, CA | Ground Systems | Full Time About Zipline Join Zipline in our quest to revolutionize the logistics industry! We are dedicated to addressing the world’s most pressing access challenges by developing and operating the first instant delivery system that equitably serves everyone, no matter their location. Our innovative technology has already made a significant impact—facilitating Rwanda’s national blood delivery network, distributing COVID-19 vaccines in Ghana, and enabling on-demand home deliveries for Walmart. We are transforming logistics for businesses, governments, and consumers alike. Our vision is straightforward yet ambitious: create a teleportation service to deliver essential goods whenever and wherever needed. Through our cutting-edge robotics and autonomy platforms, we are committed to reducing carbon emissions, alleviating road congestion, and enhancing accessibility to vital products around the globe. About the Role The Ground Systems team at Zipline is responsible for the critical infrastructure that supports our autonomous delivery drones, including docking stations, battery charging, thermal management, ground communications, and preflight checks. This role is pivotal in advancing our next generation of drone logistics, tackling complex challenges in power distribution, conversion, battery charging, high-performance microprocessors, high-speed network communication, and system-level integration. We are looking for an accomplished electrical engineering leader to oversee a dynamic team focused on electrical hardware design within the Ground Systems team. This technical expert will mentor and expand the team while directly contributing to the design process as we scale. Your team will architect and develop custom Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBAs), integrated sensing, RF solutions, and sophisticated industrial systems for our ground systems hardware, ensuring validation for high-volume production. Our ground systems are critical for flight safety and are deployed globally. Zipline relies on this team to pioneer innovative solutions that enable exceptional scalability and efficiency. Your success will hinge not only on technical breakthroughs but also on a profound understanding of customer requirements. What You’ll Do Lead the electrical engineering team in designing and implementing hardware solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system integration and efficiency. Oversee the development and testing of PCBAs and RF components. Manage projects from concept through production, ensuring compliance with safety and performance standards. Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

About ZiplineAre you ready to revolutionize logistics? Zipline is dedicated to reshaping the movement of goods globally. Our mission is to tackle the world's most pressing access issues by creating, manufacturing, and operating an instant delivery and logistics system that equitably serves all individuals, regardless of their location. From facilitating Rwanda’s national blood delivery network and Ghana’s COVID-19 vaccine distribution to providing on-demand home delivery for Walmart, and empowering healthcare providers to extend care directly to U.S. households, we are transforming logistics for businesses, governments, and consumers alike. While our technology is intricate, our concept is straightforward: a teleportation service that brings you what you need, precisely when you need it. Through innovative robotics and autonomous systems, we are reducing carbon emissions from deliveries, alleviating traffic congestion, and minimizing fossil fuel use and air pollution, while ensuring equitable access for billions and fortifying a more resilient global supply chain.Join Zipline in fulfilling our commitment to construct a fairer and more robust global supply chain for billions of individuals.

About ZiplineAre you ready to make a difference? Zipline is dedicated to revolutionizing the logistics of goods delivery. Our mission is to tackle the world’s most pressing access challenges by creating the first instant delivery system that serves every individual equally, regardless of their location. From powering Rwanda’s national blood delivery network to aiding in Ghana’s COVID-19 vaccine distribution, and providing on-demand home deliveries for Walmart, we are reshaping logistics for businesses, governments, and consumers alike.The technology we employ is intricate, yet the concept is straightforward: a teleportation service that brings you what you need, precisely when you need it. Our innovations incorporate robotics and autonomous systems, enabling us to minimize carbon emissions, reduce traffic congestion, and cut down on fossil fuel usage and air pollution, all while ensuring equitable access for billions and reinforcing a resilient global supply chain.Join us at Zipline and contribute to our promise of creating a more just and robust global supply chain for countless individuals. About You and the RoleZipline is seeking a passionate Mechanical Test Engineering Manager to lead the team responsible for testing and validating the functionality and reliability of safety-critical hardware. You will focus on our innovative Platform 2, which is entering a pivotal phase of development. Platform 2 signifies a groundbreaking advancement as we gear up to manufacture hundreds of thousands of life-saving drones, marking our most ambitious and impactful project to date. This is not merely another drone initiative; it’s a revolutionary hybrid eVTOL designed to transform how lifesaving products are delivered globally.In this role, you will guide a multidisciplinary team of test engineers, engaging across various functions to ensure the delivery of high-performing, safe, and reliable hardware from initial development testing through to full validation. Your efforts will enable Zipline to expand its impact from hundreds of thousands of deliveries per year to hundreds of millions, accommodating diverse environmental conditions worldwide. You will be both a strategic visionary and an active participant in the team’s design, build, analysis, and review processes.Additionally, you will play a crucial role in evolving Zipline’s hardware testing philosophy and capabilities while expanding the team. The success of this team is essential to Zipline’s overall mission.

Electrical Project Engineer, Charging Towers Location: South San Francisco Team: Ground Systems About the Role At Zipline, we are revolutionizing the way medical supplies are delivered through our autonomous drone technology. As an integral part of our team, we seek a proactive and business-oriented Electrical Project Engineer to oversee the critical electrical infrastructure of our charging towers. Your role will encompass the complete electrical design, from initial site preparations to the final charging docks. This position demands a unique combination of technical expertise (ensuring NEC/UL compliance), hands-on problem-solving (field deployments), and financial acumen. Your mission will be to create an electrical system that not only functions effectively but can also be scaled globally within budget constraints. What You’ll Do System Architecture & Harnessing: Design the power distribution and cable harnesses for P2 charging towers, managing intricate wire runs between docking stations and the site stub-up (RapidHarness or NX). Financial Ownership: Manage the Bill of Materials (BOM) for the tower’s electrical systems, performing trade-off analyses to optimize costs without sacrificing safety or performance. Regulatory Compliance: Lead the efforts to secure design approvals from Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), ensuring our towers comply with NEC standards and achieve certification as UL-listed raceways. Design Advocacy: Construct and present compelling, data-driven arguments to justify design choices, demonstrating the superiority of particular architectures based on cost, deployability, and long-term reliability. On-Site Deployment Support: This is not a desk job; you will engage in fieldwork during deployments to guarantee that theoretical designs are effectively implemented in practice. Qualifications Practical Experience: Demonstrated hands-on experience with 1-inch diameter power cables and a solid understanding of physical constraints such as bend radii and conduit limitations. Industrial Power Design: Professional background in developing industrial electrical systems (UL508a, UL67), including heavy machinery integration.

About ZiplineAt Zipline, we are committed to revolutionizing the logistics industry by addressing the world’s most pressing access challenges through innovative solutions. Our mission is to create an instant logistics system that ensures equitable access to essential goods for everyone. By harnessing our expertise in robotics and autonomous technology, we design and operate a fleet of state-of-the-art delivery drones, positively impacting millions globally.As an intern in Zipline’s Emerging Talent program, you will play a vital role in our mission to enhance healthcare supply access for underserved communities. We provide our interns with opportunities to engage in meaningful projects that contribute directly to our objectives, while also equipping them with valuable skills for their future careers.Join us in shaping the future of logistics alongside a team of passionate individuals!About the Electrical Engineering TeamThe Electrical Engineering Teams at Zipline are integral to our operational success, focusing on the design, development, and testing of the electronics and software that drive our innovative logistics solutions. This includes custom circuit board design, development of end-of-line testers, sensor integration, and the implementation of real-time flight control systems. Our teams collaborate closely with mechanical, software, embedded, and systems engineering teams to deliver high-performance products that support life-saving missions around the world.The RoleAs we lead the charge in drone delivery, we continuously strive to surpass existing technological limitations. Our commitment to enhancing system reliability is crucial for serving our next billion users—individuals whose lives will benefit from improved access to services. We are expanding our electrical design and testing capabilities and are seeking dedicated engineers who can mitigate risks and enhance reliability in our systems, recognizing the critical impact of their work on others' lives. Our electrical engineering team possesses a diverse skill set and thrives in collaborative environments, solving complex problems through teamwork and effective communication.

About PhyloPhylo is a pioneering applied research laboratory dedicated to harnessing agentic intelligence, revolutionizing the discovery process for biomedical scientists. We envision a future where AI agents transform the landscape of biomedical research. Our rapidly expanding team comprises skilled researchers and engineers specializing in AI and biology.About the RoleWe are seeking a Product Engineer to enhance and scale the foundational product experiences of Phylo's AI agent platform. This multifaceted, full-stack position leans towards frontend development and aims to convert cutting-edge agentic research into fast, reliable, and enjoyable products utilized by real scientists.You will take ownership of product features from start to finish — encompassing UI and interaction design, backend APIs, billing, authentication, and integrations. Collaborating closely with AI researchers, scientists, and infrastructure engineers, you will deliver production-grade systems promptly while maintaining high standards of quality.This role demands a deep interdisciplinary approach. You will spend significant time listening, questioning, and facilitating communication between scientists, product managers, engineering teams, and AI research. As an AI-native engineering team, we leverage coding agents extensively, operate at a fast pace, and uphold a rigorous standard of engineering excellence.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and manage full-stack product features across the Phylo platform, from user-facing UI to backend services.Design and implement frontend-heavy experiences for engaging with AI agents, workflows, and scientific tools.Oversee essential product components such as billing, usage tracking, authentication, permissions, and account management.Collaborate intimately with scientists, AI researchers, and engineers to translate capabilities into user-friendly, production-ready product features.Deliver swiftly, iterate based on user feedback, and continuously enhance product quality, reliability, and performance.RequirementsA minimum of 2 years of industry experience as a product, full-stack, or frontend-focused software engineer.Extensive experience in developing modern web applications (e.g., React, TypeScript, or similar frameworks).Proficient in working across the technology stack (frontend, backend, and infrastructure) with excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively across biology, product, engineering, and AI teams.Demonstrated product instincts — a strong passion for user experience, attention to detail, and understanding of how real users interact with products.

About PhyloPhylo is a pioneering applied research laboratory dedicated to the advancement of agentic intelligence aimed at accelerating the discovery process for biomedical scientists. We envision a future where AI agents revolutionize biomedical research, fostering rapid and systematic scientific advancements.Our expanding team consists of elite researchers and engineers specializing in AI and biology. With a robust $13.5M seed funding round led by top-tier investors such as a16z, Menlo Ventures, and Anthropic, and endorsed by Nobel Prize winners and leading biologists, Phylo is at the forefront of developing next-generation AI systems for the life sciences.About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled engineer to construct and maintain the essential systems that drive Phylo’s agentic AI platform in live environments. You will architect and implement distributed systems, computing frameworks, and service architectures that ensure our AI agents operate reliably at scale, whether in cloud-native settings or enterprise environments.This position represents a foundational role within our team, granting you substantial ownership over critical infrastructure decisions, a high level of autonomy, and the opportunity to significantly influence the company’s trajectory from day one.Our engineering team is AI-driven, leveraging coding agents extensively, moving swiftly, and maintaining rigorous standards of engineering excellence.ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop production systems that orchestrate agent execution and support AI-driven scientific workloads.Construct and manage scalable, reliable infrastructure across cloud, hybrid, and on-premises enterprise environments.Oversee enterprise deployment architecture, ensuring secure, reproducible installations for customer-managed infrastructures (VPC, private cloud, on-prem, air-gapped, or regulated environments).Create systems for sandboxed execution, secure task isolation, and controlled computing environments. Design and implement foundational security, access control, and compliance mechanisms suitable for enterprise deployments.Collaborate closely with ML and scientific teams to convert computational workflows into robust, production-grade distributed systems.RequirementsA minimum of 3 years of industry experience in backend, infrastructure, or distributed systems engineering.Demonstrated proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Go, Rust).

Join Zipline: Revolutionizing Global LogisticsAre you passionate about making a global impact? Zipline is dedicated to transforming the logistics landscape by addressing the world's critical access challenges. We are pioneering an instant delivery system that ensures equitable access to essential goods worldwide, from facilitating Rwanda's blood delivery service to supporting Ghana's COVID-19 vaccination efforts and providing on-demand deliveries for major retailers like Walmart. Our innovative approach leverages cutting-edge technology to reduce carbon footprint, alleviate traffic congestion, and enhance global supply chain resilience.Your Role: Interconnect Integration Test EngineerAre you excited about rapidly developing and testing innovative aerospace systems? If you thrive in dynamic environments and have a knack for designing tests for complex cross-functional interfaces with minimal direction, then we want you! At Zipline, our mission is mission-critical—patients depend on our services now. If you have a talent for driving manufacturing tests, design validation, and managing technical risks, all while collaborating with a dedicated team, keep reading.As an Interconnect Integration Test Engineer in our Avionics Department, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the reliability and integration of our autonomous drone fleet, which delivers vital supplies to those in need within minutes, seven days a week.