RF Design Engineer

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. About the Role: Skydio’s RF system connects users with our autonomous ecosystems. As intelligent flying machines gain more independence, the demands on range and bandwidth are increasing; there is a huge opportunity to innovate within existing architectures to bring an incredible, highly-engineered product to market, and to define the next generation of RF frameworks and technologies. Skydio’s highly integrated electromechanical systems provide a rich set of engineering challenges and a huge opportunity to make an impact!

Responsibilities

Collaborate with EE, RF, Antenna design and PD teams to maximize the performance of the system designs; Define system level requirements and specifications; Design and implement wireless solutions in a variety of technologies and standards across multiple frequency bands; Perform circuit level analysis to debug design and desense issues and characterize nature of aggressor/victim; Identify noise source and support system level integration; Support end to end design for the product from conception, through qualification, certification and production testing

Requirements

MS in Electrical Engineering; 3+ years of experience in wireless design and desense evaluation of consumer grade products associated with one or with multiple wireless standards; Knowledgeable in analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuit design and analysis; Excellent technical understanding of one or more of the following radio technologies: WiFi, LTE, Bluetooth and GPS; Good understanding of physics of radiated noise coupling mechanisms; Experience with PCB layout design and schematic; Experience in debugging and optimizing wireless products; Experience using simulation tools such as Ansys and Keysight ADS; Experience with lab equipment such as network analyzers, CMW500, spectrum analyzers, power meters, near field probes, etc.; Experience with best design practices for EMI/EMC, ESD and RF signal routing; Proven ability to work independently; Obtaining FAA Part 107 certification within the first 60 days of employment is strongly encouraged for all Skydio employees and required for certain positions.

Nice to have

Experience with performing TRP, TIS and Rate Vs Range measurements

Benefits

Equity in the form of stock options; Comprehensive benefits packages; Relocation assistance may be provided for eligible roles; Group health insurance plans; Paid vacation time; Sick leave; Holiday pay; 401K savings plan