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Senior Electrical Engineer

Fly ZiplineSouth San Francisco, California, USA
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Senior Electrical Engineer

Fly Zipline

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Zipline is a company focused on transforming logistics and delivery systems globally, aiming to provide equitable access to goods through innovative technology. The Senior Electrical Engineer will play a crucial role in developing avionics power electronics for next-generation aircraft, contributing to the expansion of Zipline's delivery capabilities.

Qualification

  • Strong foundation in board-level design and electronics development processes.
  • Experience with power electronics and avionics systems.
  • Ability to design for performance, reliability, and fault tolerance.
  • Familiarity with safety system design and FAA regulations.
  • Experience in collaborating with cross-functional teams and mentoring junior engineers.

Responsibility

  • Architect and design electronics including motor inverters, power distribution, battery management, fail-safe/safety systems, and communication/networking systems.
  • Collaborate with engineers across various disciplines to develop robust systems for unmanned aerial vehicles.
  • Design systems for performance, reliability, and fault tolerance while considering mass and cost.
  • Develop FAA-approved safety systems to ensure safety for employees and customers.
  • Create custom solutions involving high-performance embedded computing and high-speed serial buses.

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