Head of Manufacturing Engineering Automation & Controls

Skydio·Hayward, California, United States·Posted 18 August 2026

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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: We are seeking a Head of Manufacturing Engineering to lead the development and scale-up of our manufacturing systems for high-volume small unmanned aircraft production. This leader will own the manufacturing engineering organization responsible for translating product designs into robust, automated, production-ready manufacturing systems capable of operating reliably at scale. A major focus of this role will be factory automation, controls engineering, equipment development, and manufacturing systems…

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