Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial transportation. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, and operational excellence to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users - from action sports enthusiasts to first responders to insurance claims adjusters.
About the role: A part of the Camera Hardware Engineering Team, this person will help develop camera module calibration and test systems, equipments and algorithms to validate sub-component and overall camera module performance for our next generation drones.
This role involves working closely with external contract manufacturers for camera calibration and testing at assembly line and developing internal tools for performance validation at module and system level. He/she will have the opportunity to learn different aspects of camera design and testing..
How you’ll make an impact:
- Develop test equipments, algorithms and methodologies to validate designs and provide meaningful feedback to support design iterations and improvement opportunities for all camera modules for our next generation drones.
- Work closely with internal camera design and vehicle manufacturing teams and with module integrator to support camera calibration and performance test capabilities from custom component IQC to overall module OQC.
- Excellent learning and growth opportunity to join the new camera hardware engineering team developing multiple custom cameras and to have a significant impact on our future roadmap and across the entire drone industry.
What makes you a good fit:
- Proficient in Python and/or Matlab programming
- Direct laboratory experience testing optical and camera modules
- Demonstrated understanding of imaging systems and image quality metrics
- Understanding of lens and illumination system design, testing, and validation.
Compensation Range: The hourly rate for this position is $41/hr for Undergrad, $53/hr for Graduate students, and $58 for PhD students*. Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience.
*For some positions the pay may be dependent upon the individual's regional location.
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