Senior Mechanical Engineer, Long Range Platform

Zipline is the world's largest and most experienced drone delivery service. We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design and development of hardware for our Long Range Platform.

Requirements

• 4+ years of full-time industry experience designing electromechanical and structural assemblies
• Proven ownership of complex subassemblies or full systems through multiple product development cycles
• Demonstrated CAD fluency for system-level ownership (3D/2D of 20–30 parts simultaneously)
• Experience working directly with suppliers and incorporating DFM feedback into design decisions
• Experience working on structural components and mechanisms, identifying worst-case loads, creating quick test setups
• Strong foundation in GD&T, FEA, design for assembly, and design for real-world field operation
• Hands-on prototyping experience and a track record of moving quickly through build-test-iterate cycles
• Ability to use hand calculations to bound problems and validate designs (beam, buckling, bolted joints, etc.)
• Knowledge of appropriate safety margins for human safety critical applications
• Experience with electromechanical assemblies including PCBAs, sensors, and connectors
• Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid time off