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Manager – Process Engineering

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Skydio

Skydio

501-1,000 employees

Develops autonomous drones for data capture

Robotics & Automation
AI & Machine Learning
Defense

Compensation Overview

$145k - $195kAnnually

+ Equity + Incentives + Stipends

Mid, Senior

San Mateo, CA, USA

Relocation assistance may be provided for eligible roles.

Category
Manufacturing Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Required Skills
CAD
Python
Communications
SQL
SolidWorks
Requirements
  • Previously led engineering based teams in a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong electro-mechanical background preferred
  • Capacity planning, cycle time optimization, and bottleneck analysis
  • Design control systems to minimize costs and production issues
  • Develop design and production standards in cooperation with management and user personnel
  • Prepare material and equipment lists, purchase orders, cost analyses and estimated production costs
  • Design the layout of facilities and determine personnel requirements
  • Support staff training for new processes and provide instructions and manuals
  • Proficient in CAD (CATIA, SolidWorks, Creo)
  • Ability to write simple scripts (Python, SQL) to aggregate and analyze defect, yield, and productivity data and generate reports
  • Enthusiasm to dive in and provide engineering creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Excellent problem-solving, organizational, communication, and cross-functional teamwork skills
  • Industrial, electrical, or mechanical engineering degree preferred.
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with operations, product development, quality, test, and infrastructure teams to define product assembly requirements.
  • Generate timely DFA/DFM feedback and work with engineering organizations to make optimal design trade-offs for Skydio’s long-term success.
  • Design, implement, and validate fixtures, equipment, process controls, and tests to ensure stable manufacturing within fast development schedules.
  • Proactively identify and mitigate potential productivity and yield losses.
  • Monitor and evaluate product requirements and production efficiencies to drive capacity and throughput improvements.
  • Production equipment maintenance and repair processes.
  • Continuously improve quality and efficiency and reduce cost through reduction of waste and variability using lean and six sigma methods.

Skydio develops and produces autonomous drones, with a focus on the Skydio X10 model. This drone is designed for various industries, including defense and inspection services, and is equipped with advanced AI and high-resolution cameras that allow it to autonomously capture data. The Skydio X10's compact and modular design makes it portable, fitting easily into a backpack, which enhances its versatility for different applications. Skydio's business model includes selling these drones and offering services like Skydio Academy, which provides training for users, and regulatory assistance for clients needing waivers for Beyond Visual Line of Sight operations. A unique feature of Skydio's drones is the Remote Flight Deck, enabling users to control and monitor the drone from a web browser, making it particularly useful for inspections in tight spaces and indoor environments. Skydio aims to provide high-quality data capture solutions that meet the needs of various sectors.

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$939M

Headquarters

San Mateo, California

Founded

2014

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

11%

1 year growth

21%

2 year growth

48%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Strategic partnerships with companies like Axon and Aeroarc expand Skydio's market reach and enhance its technological capabilities.
  • The introduction of the Skydio X10D drone for defense and government applications demonstrates the company's ability to meet high-stakes, specialized needs.
  • Skydio's Skydio Academy and regulatory services add value by helping clients maximize the utility of their drones and navigate complex regulatory landscapes.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive drone technology market requires Skydio to continuously innovate to maintain its edge.
  • Dependence on defense and government contracts could expose Skydio to fluctuations in public sector spending and policy changes.

What makes Skydio unique

  • Skydio's focus on autonomous drones with advanced AI and high-resolution visual and thermal cameras sets it apart from competitors who may not offer the same level of technological sophistication.
  • The compact and modular design of the Skydio X10 drone, which fits in a backpack, provides unmatched portability and versatility for various use cases.
  • Skydio's Remote Flight Deck feature allows for browser-based control and monitoring, offering an extra layer of convenience and operational flexibility.

Benefits

Child Care & Parental Leave - Family Medical Leave, Flexible Work Schedule, Generous Parental Leave

Health & Wellness Benefits - Dental Benefits, Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Insurance Benefits, Life Insurance, Onsite Gym, Vision Benefits, Wellness Programs, Mental Health Benefits

Home Office Stipend for Remote Employees

401(K)

Generous PTO, Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Days