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Mechanical Test Engineering Manager

Fly ZiplineSouth San Francisco, California, USA
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Mechanical Test Engineering Manager

Fly Zipline

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Zipline is seeking a Mechanical Test Engineering Manager to lead a team responsible for testing and validating safety-critical hardware for their innovative Platform 2 project, a hybrid eVTOL drone. The role involves strategic leadership and hands-on involvement in hardware testing to ensure the reliability and performance of life-saving delivery systems.

Qualification

  • Experience in mechanical engineering or related field
  • Proven leadership experience in engineering teams
  • Strong background in hardware testing and validation
  • Familiarity with safety-critical systems
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • Experience with eVTOL or drone technology is a plus

Responsibility

  • Lead a multidisciplinary team of test engineers
  • Oversee testing and validation of safety-critical hardware
  • Focus on the development of Platform 2, a hybrid eVTOL drone
  • Engage cross-functionally to ensure hardware performance and safety
  • Evolve hardware testing philosophy and capacity
  • Grow and develop the testing team
  • Provide strategic vision while being involved in design and analysis

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