Prototyping Specialist
Skydio·San Mateo, California, United States·Remote·Posted 3 November 2026
About the role
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 https://www.skydio.com/solutions/energy-and-utilities to first responders https://www.skydio.com/solutions/public-safety, soldiers in battlefield scenarios https://www.skydio.com/solutions/national-security/tactical-isr, and beyond https://www.skydio.com/solutions. About the role: The Hardware Development team is relied upon by nearly every engineer in the Hardware organization at Skydio. We take on whatever engineers need to keep hardware moving. As a Prototyping Specialist, you’ll combine strong design skills with hands-on fabrication to build the fixtures, rigs, and test setups our engineers depend on. You’ll be one of the most senior members of the team and the person others turn to for the hardest problems, from tricky CNC rework to wiring up new test equipment. The work is…
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