[Remote] Senior Hardware Engineer at Flock Safety

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

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$142,000 – $195,000Compensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Public Safety, Aviation, DronesIndustries

Requirements

BSEE with 5+ years of experience in industry and strong fundamentals
Design, prototype, or integrate custom electronics for drone airframe platforms including PCBs, cabling and harnesses, power distribution, sensors, communication modules, and battery management
Strong foundation in drone airframe design for manufacturability best practices, successful production release, and manufacturing optimization
Proven track record in airframe system integration including avionics, sensor modules, cameras, batteries, and wireless (GPS, cellular, wifi) modules into drone airframes
Strong foundation implementing a flight controller with an ensemble of peripheral control sensors such as IMUs, airspeed sensors, propulsion motor feedback
Select and optimize sensors such as IMUs, magnetometers, and current monitors
Perform component creation, schematic capture, and PCB layout using Altium Designer
Proficiency in both low and high voltage power systems such as battery packs, charging solutions, and DC/DC regulators
Partner closely with mechanical and software teams to ensure designs meet safety, performance, and environmental standards
Support prototype builds. Make iterative improvements to a given module to investigate the problem space and refine performance
Write and execute signal and power integrity test plans for industry standard phase gates such as EVT, DVT, PVT, and MP
Debug, rework and troubleshoot hardware or firmware issues during development and field testing
Manage EMI/EMC testing and compliance processes to meet regulatory standards for industrial drone airframes (FCC, CE, UL, etc.)
Comfortable and excited to work in a startup environment with strong sense of ownership

Responsibilities

Develop electronics for Flock’s new and existing Aviation products
Shape the design, the implementation, and the effort to scale manufacturing
Contribute to the electrical design of one of Flock Safety's newest and most important product lines
Work closely with internal and external engineering teams to deliver peerless, best-in-class aviation products

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

BSEEPCB designcablingharnessespower distributionsensorscommunication modulesbattery managementdrone airframe designmanufacturabilityproduction release

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the salary range for the Senior Hardware Engineer position?

The salary range is $142K - $195K.

Is this Senior Hardware Engineer role remote or onsite?

The position is hybrid onsite in Atlanta, Georgia.

What key skills are required for the Senior Hardware Engineer role?

Required skills include a BSEE with 5+ years of experience, design and integration of custom electronics for drone airframes including PCBs and sensors, proficiency in Altium Designer for schematic capture and PCB layout, and experience with power systems and flight controllers.

What is the company culture like at Flock Safety?

Flock Safety has a high-performance, low-ego team driven by urgency, collaboration, and bold thinking, where employees tackle big challenges, move fast, and continuously improve in an intense but rewarding environment.

What makes a strong candidate for this Senior Hardware Engineer position?

A strong candidate will have a BSEE with 5+ years of experience in drone electronics design, proven track record in airframe system integration, strong foundation in manufacturability best practices, and proficiency in Altium Designer along with experience partnering across mechanical and software teams.

Flock Safety

License plate reader cameras for crime prevention

About Flock Safety

Flock Safety provides a system aimed at enhancing public safety through crime prevention while ensuring privacy and reducing bias. The main product is a network of license plate reader cameras that capture essential vehicle information, which helps in solving crimes. These cameras utilize machine learning technology to ensure that the data collected is objective and ethically used. Flock Safety serves a variety of clients, including neighborhoods, businesses, and law enforcement agencies in over 1,000 cities. The company operates on a subscription model, where clients pay for the installation, maintenance, and access to data and analytics. This approach not only generates a steady revenue stream but also allows clients to benefit from ongoing updates and support. Flock Safety's goal is to create safer communities by providing effective crime prevention tools that respect individual privacy and foster trust between the public and law enforcement.

Atlanta, GeorgiaHeadquarters

2017Year Founded

$372.2MTotal Funding

SERIES_ECompany Stage

Government & Public Sector, Enterprise Software, AI & Machine LearningIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Unlimited PTO

12 paid holidays

Fully-paid health benefits

16 weeks of parental leave

Work from home allowance

Learning & development stipend

Home office stipend

Risks

Privacy concerns may lead to legal challenges affecting ALPR technology operations.

Integration of drone technology may increase operational costs and financial strain.

Economic downturns could reduce client spending on subscription-based services.

Differentiation

Flock Safety integrates ALPR cameras with AI for unbiased crime-solving data.

The company offers a full-service, maintenance-free technology solution for public safety.

Flock Safety's platform combines community power to enhance safety across cities and businesses.

Upsides

Acquisition of Aerodome enhances drone technology for public safety solutions.

Partnership with MS2 expands AI Traffic Analytics capabilities for state agencies.

Solar-Powered Condor video solutions increase market penetration in infrastructure-lacking areas.

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