Maintenance and Test Technician (SkillBridge)

The role

You will support maintenance of early stage aircraft and execute tests at the Esparto test site. You will work with prototype avionics, powertrain, and mechanisms while collaborating with engineers on design iterations.

What you will do

• Build up vehicle components and test jigs
• Replace vehicle parts and update documentation
• Verify test specifications can be executed
• Create test setups including instrumentation and data acquisition
• Perform test article diagnostics and front line root causing
• Write detailed reports using data and first order analysis
• Build large jigs and structures to support system vehicle testing

Required qualifications

• Experience working in a machine shop and operating common mechanical equipment
• Experience working with electronics at different power levels and component size
• Experience working on hardware/software projects and collaborating with hardware engineers
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to understand and interpret technical documents
• Ability to organize data
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including nights and weekends

Benefits

• Structured instruction
• On-the-job training

Before you apply

• Only open to active-duty U.S. military service members
• Must be approved or eligible for approval to participate in the DoW SkillBridge program
• Internship is during the final 180 days of service

About the company

Zipline is the world’s largest and most experienced drone delivery service. They design, build, and operate an autonomous logistics system to deliver food, medicine, and essential goods.