Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial transportation. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, and operational excellence to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users - from first responders to insurance claims adjusters, utilities, and more!
As a member of the Wireless Team, you will work on meaningful projects that will add value to Skydio. You will solve complex, interesting problems and learn from a world-class team of engineers and researchers.
We currently consider one of the following projects:
Channel estimation in Drone operation - using channel capture, radio channel state information, and working on channel emulation device to evaluate expected wireless performance and supporting radio mode selection mechanism.
- 3D wireless mapping - using the drone self aware capabilities, we are seeking to align wireless network performance with 3D location to identify and optimize network performance and create a robust drone operation within this environment
- Drone mesh network enablement
- Multi-link operation - combine two radios for a robust command and control and video operation. Working across multiple types of radios (WiFi/LTE and others)
What we are looking for in you:
- Relentless curiosity
- Ability to leverage rock solid fundamentals to create exceptional designs for complicated products
- Passion for end to end understanding of the wireless link and the channel behavior.
- Proficiency in wireless background and theory
- Very strong SW capabilities
Bonus skills for the job:
These are great to have, but we are also happy to teach you:
- How to use Python for scripting
- Familiarity with embedded HW and low level coding
- Familiarity with wireless chipsets firmware, Driver and kernel code
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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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