Hardware Test Intern (Summer 2027)

The role

You will develop test assets by designing mechatronic systems and automation scripts. You will own the entire lifecycle of a test asset from concept to data analysis to inform engineering decisions.

What you will do

• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to define component and tester requirements
• Validate the design and assembly of components from circuit boards to large assemblies
• Streamline testing, data collection, analysis, and reporting
• Gain expertise in components or systems under test
• Own a test asset through its entire lifecycle

Required qualifications

• Ability to interpret datasheets and write basic drivers for new components
• Understanding of fundamental electrical and/or mechanical engineering principles
• Experience working with common electrical test equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, etc.)

Nice to have

• Experience programming in Python, with foundational knowledge of embedded C
• Experience developing software that interfaces directly with hardware and instrumentation

Benefits

• Relocation support
• Housing stipend
• Overtime pay
• Paid sick time

Before you apply

• Candidates are limited to three (3) applications within a 30-day period

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.