At Skyways we are building a new form of air transportation. Some people call it the flying car. We believe fully autonomous unmanned aerial vehicles represent a unique opportunity to move things and ultimately people in new, more efficient ways. Our strategy to get there is completely different from the rest of the industry.

Skyways is a startup based in Austin, TX. We are backed by some of the most respected investors in Silicon Valley including YCombinator. Although we consider ourselves early-stage, we already have vehicles in production and in the hands of paying customers (see here and here). Come join us and work on a transportation revolution to advance our civilization!

Skyways is seeking a talented electrical engineer to join our team designing hybrid-electric aircraft. This engineer will work closely with mechanical, software, and other cross-functional teams. You'll be taking ownership of key electrical subsystems and printed-circuit-boards from design through prototyping and to product. This is a hands-on on-site position in Austin, TX. Optimizing designs for reliability, weight, and efficiency will be essential. Entry-level candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of multiple critical aircraft electronic systems
• Create clear and readable schematics for digital and mixed-signal printed-circuit-boards
• Select components for minimum mass and maximum reliability
• Investigate modern technologies for power and data transmission/management Use PCB tools to create reliable and low-weight layouts
• Write requirements, participate in DFMEAs create and carry out test and validation plans
• Manage, produce, and maintain wiring interconnect and harness diagrams

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
• Strong EE fundamentals, including familiarity with: Power conversion (linear and switching regulators), Signal conditioning and conversion (Op-amps, ADCs, filters), Discrete semiconductor use (FETs, BJTs, Diodes), Batteries and battery management systems (capacity, energy, resistance, state of charge, state of health, etc), Digital communication protocols (I2C, SPI, CAN, Ethernet, UART), Motor driver circuitry (ESCs, Inverters, H-bridges, etc), High frequency radio systems in the 900-2.4GHz range
• Schematic capture and PCB design skills (any EDA tool)
• Hands-on experience with building and debugging hardware
• Knowledge of oscilloscopes, DC electronic loads, power supplies, milliohm meters, and other benchtop devices is required. 
• Excellent communication and presentation skills

• Advanced degree in relevant discipline
• 2 years of working experience in relevant industry 
• Familiarity with Altium Designer
• High voltage electrical design (100V )
• Exposure to regulatory certification
• Design-for-reliability, including use of DFMEA and fault trees
• Designing for high EMI environments