System Validation & Automation Intern (Summer 2026)

Join Zipline's Emerging Talent program as a System Validation & Automation Intern and contribute to building a system that provides equitable access to critical healthcare supplies for millions of people.

Requirements

• Assist in executing Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) tests and flight tests to validate the interaction between Zipline's Zip, Droid, and Dock systems.
• Collaborate with a wide range of engineers from different teams to build and refine automated pipelines that test software before it is deployed in flight.
• Analyze and troubleshoot hardware and software issues uncovered during testing, contributing to system improvements.
• Gain hands-on experience with testing equipment, such as multimeters and oscilloscopes, to validate hardware performance.
• Work alongside a multidisciplinary team to design and execute system-level validation plans.
• Develop and enhance scripts and tools to support automated testing workflows.
• Learn how to ensure reliability and quality in complex, safety-critical systems, gaining valuable insights into real-world engineering challenges.

Benefits

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