Mechanical Test Engineering Manager

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 …

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.

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? 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 delivery network and distributing COVID-19 vaccines in Ghana to facilitating on-demand delivery for Walmart and enabling healthcare providers to reach patients' homes across the U.S., we are reshaping logistics for businesses, governments, and consumers alike. Our technology blends robotics and autonomy to decarbonize delivery systems, alleviate traffic congestion, reduce fossil fuel dependency, and ensure equitable access for billions while reinforcing a more resilient global supply chain.Join us at Zipline and contribute to our vision of building a fair and robust global supply chain that benefits everyone.ABOUT YOU AND THE ROLEThe Avionics team comprises skilled hardware, software, and testing experts dedicated to designing resilient systems that power our life-saving drone delivery operations in some of the most challenging environments worldwide. We are tasked with creating aircraft avionics capable of performing optimally in diverse and harsh climatic and electromagnetic interference (EMI) conditions. As a crucial component of the overall Zipline aircraft system architecture, we prioritize high performance and reliability while minimizing weight and costs.In this role, you will collaborate with our team to deliver high-performance flight computers and tightly integrated communication and navigation systems. These avionics systems are central to our new unmanned aerial system, which aims to scale Zipline’s deliveries from 100,000 to 100 million per year globally. The success of Zipline hinges on developing avionics systems that are lightweight, cost-effective, reliable, and capable of high-volume production. This position requires rigorous engineering design and validation efforts, alongside innovative approaches to packaging, integration, fault tolerance, and validation. We seek a test engineer with a solid background in electrical engineering principles and relevant experience in manufacturing testing, design validation, system performance characterization, and certification.

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.

Join Our Vision at AeroVectAt AeroVect, we are pioneering the future of ground handling through autonomy, revolutionizing the daily operations of airlines and ground service providers worldwide. As a Series A startup, we are supported by leading venture capitalists in the fields of aviation and autonomous technologies. Our clientele includes some of the largest airlines and ground handling organizations globally. To explore more about us, visit www.aerovect.com.As a Mechanical Engineer, you will be at the forefront of innovation, tasked with designing, prototyping, and integrating systems to retrofit production vehicles with the necessary hardware for autonomous driving. Your role will be hands-on, transforming advanced technology from concept to reality while ensuring optimal functionality and performance.

Join Zipline's Mission Are you passionate about making a difference? Zipline is revolutionizing logistics to overcome the world's most pressing access challenges. Our mission is to create an instant delivery system that ensures equitable access to essential goods for everyone, anywhere. From supporting Rwanda's national blood delivery network to facilitating COVID-19 vaccine distribution in Ghana, and providing on-demand deliveries for major retailers, we are redefining how goods are transported. Our cutting-edge technology, which combines robotics and autonomy, aims to decarbonize delivery, alleviate road congestion, and minimize environmental impact while enhancing global supply chains. About Our Team and the Role The Ground Systems team is pivotal in crafting the hardware essential for our drones' operations, ensuring they can take off, navigate, land, and recharge efficiently. We are committed to developing a comprehensive infrastructure solution for drone logistics that mirrors the advancements seen in the solar industry. Our focus is on creating elegant, modular, and cost-effective integration solutions for various clients across the globe. As part of this team, you will design large steel towers that support our drone docks, housing not only structural components but also critical mechanisms, actuators, and data transmission systems. Your Responsibilities In the role of Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will leverage your engineering expertise to innovate and develop products for our ground systems. Your focus will be on welded steel tower designs, often several stories tall. We seek an engineer who embraces creativity and challenges conventional limits, applying your knowledge and problem-solving skills to optimize product outcomes. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment, where your solutions must meet immediate needs and function flawlessly upon deployment. Your ability to tackle complex challenges with minimal guidance will be crucial.

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.

Role overview FlyZipline is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join the Long Range Platform team in South San Francisco, California. This role centers on designing, developing, and implementing mechanical systems that support advanced logistics platforms. The work directly impacts the reliability and efficiency of drone technology used to deliver medical supplies to remote locations.

Join Our Team as a Mechanical Design Engineer Location: South San Francisco | Areas of Focus: Avionics, Structures & Mechanisms, Powertrain & Battery, Ground Systems | Employment Type: Full-Time About ZiplineAre you ready to make a meaningful impact? At Zipline, we're on an ambitious mission to revolutionize the logistics and delivery of essential goods. We tackle the world's most pressing access challenges by engineering innovative solutions that ensure equitable access to vital resources for everyone, everywhere. Our technology is not just advanced; it is transformative. From supporting Rwanda’s national blood delivery network and facilitating Ghana’s COVID-19 vaccine distribution, to enabling Walmart’s on-demand home delivery and empowering healthcare providers to reach patients directly, we are reshaping the dynamics of logistics for businesses, governments, and consumers alike. Our vision is clear: to create a teleportation-like service that delivers necessities at the moment they are needed. By harnessing robotics and autonomous technology, we are committed to decarbonizing delivery systems, alleviating road congestion, and minimizing fossil fuel use and air pollution. Join us in building a more resilient global supply chain that serves billions. Be part of Zipline and help realize our commitment to a just and sustainable global logistics network. Position OverviewThis job posting encompasses multiple Mechanical Design Engineering positions across our diverse Engineering teams. We are actively recruiting for various roles across disciplines including Avionics, Structures & Mechanisms, Powertrain & Battery, Ground Systems, and beyond, catering to varying levels of experience. Your application will be reviewed for all relevant roles aligned with your skills and interests. During initial discussions, we will collaborate to identify the most suitable team and position for you based on your background. Your Role at ZiplineAre you passionate about designing large-scale integrated electro-mechanical systems from inception to global deployment? At Zipline, our work impacts lives directly, and we strive for excellence and innovation. If you are eager to utilize your expertise to create sophisticated engineered solutions, we want to hear from you.

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!

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.

Transform the Future of Logistics with ZiplineAt Zipline, we are driven by a vision to revolutionize the way goods are delivered, ensuring that everyone has access to essential supplies, no matter where they are. Our pioneering instant delivery and logistics system is already making a significant impact, from supporting Rwanda's blood delivery network to facilitating Ghana's COVID-19 vaccine distribution. By leveraging advanced robotics and autonomous technology, we are committed to reducing carbon emissions, alleviating road congestion, and improving air quality while enhancing the global supply chain's resilience. Join our mission to create a fair and sustainable logistics solution for billions around the globe.

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 passionate about making a difference? At Zipline, we are revolutionizing logistics and delivery systems to tackle the world's most pressing access challenges. Our innovative approach is reshaping how essential goods are transported, ensuring equitable access for all, regardless of their location. From delivering blood supplies in Rwanda to COVID-19 vaccines in Ghana, and providing on-demand delivery services for major retailers, our technology integrates robotics and autonomy to create a cleaner, more efficient supply chain. Join us in our quest to build a sustainable and resilient global logistics network that benefits billions. Become part of Zipline and help us fulfill our mission to create an equitable global supply chain.

About UsAt Agtonomy, we are pioneering the future of agriculture, turf management, and other demanding industries with cutting-edge Physical AI and software solutions. By collaborating with leading equipment manufacturers, we provide factory-integrated technology that transforms traditional industrial machinery into intelligent, efficient systems designed for optimal safety and performance. Our dedicated team merges technological expertise, product development acumen, and industry insights to tackle pressing challenges such as labor shortages and sustainability. We seek passionate individuals eager to contribute in a collaborative and dynamic environment where their ideas can truly make a difference.About the RoleWe are in search of a motivated Test Technician to become a vital part of our Quality Assurance team. In this role, you will operate and assess both new and existing autonomous vehicle systems throughout the entire product lifecycle. You will collaborate closely with our hardware and software teams to resolve product-related challenges and offer insights for design enhancements. This position is based at our South San Francisco headquarters, with additional testing potentially taking place in the field or at partner locations. A clean driving record and experience with trailer towing are required.

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 Us:At Culture Biosciences, we are dedicated to revolutionizing bioprocess development, facilitating our customers in accelerating their biopharmaceutical products to market efficiently.Focusing on upstream cell culture processes, we have created an innovative platform that integrates products, services, and data management, applicable to mammalian, microbial, and viral vector production. This platform empowers clients to swiftly execute high-throughput process development projects in their facilities or ours, all through our cloud-connected web application that allows for seamless experiment design, management, and analysis.Our team thrives on a shared passion for biomanufacturing, engineering, and operations, continuously striving to enhance bioprocess development speed and efficiency. Curiosity, communication, collaboration, customer focus, and a results-driven mindset are the values we uphold.About the Role:We invite you to join our enthusiastic development team as a Software Engineer Intern. In this role, you will significantly contribute to developing and executing comprehensive end-to-end integration tests to ensure the reliability and resilience of our systems.Your primary responsibilities will center around automated testing of our published API endpoints, backend APIs, and frontend components. Most tests will be scripted in Python, while frontend tests will utilize Cypress. You will also assist in manual testing efforts to guarantee high-quality releases for our customers.Additional opportunities include building emulators, enhancing our embedded systems (STM, Raspberry PI), and crafting and integrating drivers for third-party devices.This internship offers a remarkable chance to work on cloud-based software that interacts with hardware systems, providing hands-on experience in testing scalable and reliable SaaS platforms within the biotech industry.What You’ll Do:Design, develop, and execute automated end-to-end integration tests for Stratyx.Conduct testing on backend APIs, published API endpoints, and frontend components.Contribute to manual testing efforts to ensure quality assurance.

Systems Risk & Safety Engineer (Multiple Levels Available) Join us in South San Francisco, California, and be a part of a groundbreaking mission. About Zipline At Zipline, we are committed to revolutionizing the logistics of goods delivery. Our mission is to address the world’s most urgent access challenges through innovative technology. From enabling Rwanda's national blood delivery network and Ghana's COVID-19 vaccine distribution to facilitating on-demand deliveries for Walmart, we strive to provide equitable access to essential goods for everyone, everywhere. Our cutting-edge robotics and autonomy solutions aim to decarbonize delivery, alleviate road congestion, and minimize environmental impact, all while building a resilient global supply chain. Your Role and Responsibilities As a Systems Risk & Safety Engineer, you will take charge of developing and refining the risk and safety strategy for Zipline’s aircraft and operations. This senior technical leadership position empowers you to define what constitutes “acceptable safety” for our systems. You will play a crucial role in ensuring operational scalability and serving as a safety steward across the organization. We prioritize a risk-based approach to safety, utilizing first-principles thinking and quantitative risk management. Your role will not be advisory; you will be responsible for the quantitative safety case, conducting top-down safety analyses, and ensuring that insights from operations continuously inform engineering priorities. Our stakeholders, including patients, partners, regulators, and communities, depend on our commitment to safety. Key Responsibilities Lead the quantitative safety case, breaking down top-level safety objectives into system requirements, allocations, and operational limitations. Conduct top-down fault tree analysis for safety-related events and hazards, including budget management and margin tracking. Continuously validate safety analyses as designs, operations, and scales evolve by monitoring current and emerging risks. Ensure that Zipline learns from operations to improve safety and risk management.

At Color Health, we are pioneering a new era in cancer care with the nation’s first Virtual Cancer Clinic, providing unparalleled, physician-led multidisciplinary services across all 50 states. Our innovative, guideline-based methodologies encompass cancer screening, risk assessment, prevention, diagnosis, treatment support, and survivorship. Beyond personalized medical care, we also offer services in cancer genetics risk assessment, nutrition, mental health support, and at-home cancer screening diagnostics. Leveraging technology-driven, patient-centric solutions, Color is reshaping how employers, unions, health plans, and governments tackle cancer. Our mission is to bridge critical gaps in cancer care, enhance patient outcomes, and support individuals compassionately throughout their healthcare journeys.Join Color and embark on the most impactful journey of your career. Even if you feel you're not fully qualified, if you are eager to take on this challenge, we encourage you to apply!About The RoleAs a Senior Engineering Manager on our Care Operations team, you will be at the forefront of how Color delivers scalable care. You will lead a dedicated team, shaping the systems that empower our clinicians and care teams — ensuring high-quality and accessible healthcare for millions. This role offers high ownership and the opportunity to define technical direction, drive execution through complex workflows, and enhance our care delivery platform within a dynamic startup environment. Your contributions will directly impact the speed at which we launch new programs, leverage AI in our operations, and elevate patient experiences. If you are passionate about building meaningful systems in a high-autonomy setting, this opportunity is tailored for you!