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Skydio

Robot type
Drone
Location
San MateoCaliforniaUSA
Job type
Hardware
Posted
Jun 9, 2026
Salary
$145,000–$219,000 a year
Full-time

Senior Automation Controls Engineer

Job description

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 to first responders , soldiers in battlefield scenarios , and beyond .

Job responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain control systems for automated manufacturing equipment
  • Program and troubleshoot PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems (e.g., Ignition)
  • Integrate and support industrial robotics used in: Precision dispensing (adhesives, coatings, etc.)
  • Fastening (torque-controlled assembly systems)
  • Soldering (selective or robotic soldering systems)
  • Develop and maintain system architectures, electrical schematics, and documentation
  • Diagnose and resolve controls and automation issues on the production floor
  • Collaborate with manufacturing, process, and quality engineering teams to optimize system performance

Job requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Controls Engineering, or related field
  • 4-5+ years of experience in industrial automation or controls engineering
  • Hands-on experience with SCADA systems (Ignition strongly preferred)
  • Ability to troubleshoot complex electromechanical systems in a production environment
  • Obtaining FAA Part 107 certification within the first 60 days of employment is strongly encouraged for all Skydio employees and required for certain positions
  • Experience with robotic systems for: Dispensing applications
  • Automated fastening systems
  • Robotic or selective soldering
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