# Senior Flight Test Engineer - Software Automation at Skydio

- Company: Skydio
- What the company does: AI-powered autonomous drones for Drone as First Responder (DFR), critical infrastructure inspection, tactical ISR, site security, surveying and mapping. Backed by Accel, a16z and IVP.
- Company website: http://www.skydio.com
- Type: Startups (AI role)
- Level: Senior
- Location: San Mateo, California, United States
- Work setup: Remote
- Pay: $150K to $200K base salary per year (USD)
- Posted: 2026-10-30
- Apply by: 2026-12-14
- Apply: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/skydio/00aac907-35da-4899-a62e-ddf3d455107f?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/skydio-senior-flight-test-engineer-software-automation/

## About the role

Autonomous drones are complex systems operating in uncontrolled environments. Onboard autonomy and hardware have to work together on every flight, along with the mobile and browser interfaces that control them. Testing these systems is one of the most critical parts of delivering a reliable product. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

Tags: R&D

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