Flock Safety

Senior NPI Engineer

United States

$101,600 – $139,700Compensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Biotechnology, Public Safety, SecurityIndustries

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline, coupled with over 5 years of experience in NPI, HW Production/Manufacturing, or similar roles. Proficiency in assembly and testing processes for Mobile, IoT, or imaging devices is essential, along with demonstrated experience in manufacturing process development and improvement, especially in fast-paced settings. Experience collaborating with subcontractors, broad technical competence across engineering disciplines, and a deep understanding of the development cycle are required. Familiarity with production processes like injection molding, PCBA fabrication, and cable over-molding, along with effective communication and teamwork skills, are also necessary. Nice-to-have qualifications include proficiency in reading schematic diagrams and PCB documentation, experience developing test solutions, familiarity with DFM processes, CAD skills (SolidWorks), Altium knowledge for test fixture design, and expertise in optics and image testing.

Responsibilities

The Senior NPI Engineer will support new and existing Contract Manufacturers (CMs) in qualifying designs for mass production. This role involves driving root-cause and corrective action plans to resolve devices in quarantine, managing continuous improvement initiatives to increase yield and lower production costs, and owning the NPI cycle for quality-of-life design changes to support existing products. The engineer will also be responsible for launching new products and sustaining existing designs throughout their lifecycle.

Skills

NPI
New Product Introduction
Product Lifecycle Management
CM Support
Engineering

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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