--- title: 'Network Specialist – Launch Team at Skydio' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/network-specialist-launch-team-skydio-united-states-9abfvs009t3h' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-10-29' --- # Network Specialist – Launch Team at Skydio - **Company:** [Skydio](https://feeny.ai/companies/skydio) - **Location:** United States - **Employment:** full-time - **Work type:** remote - **Posted:** 2026-10-23 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-10-29 - **Apply:** https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/skydio/8ba69d85-b786-4399-a5c0-ee0969054315 ## Job description Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best-in-class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users, from [utility inspectors](https://www.skydio.com/solutions/energy-and-utilities) to [first responders](https://www.skydio.com/solutions/public-safety), [soldiers in battlefield scenarios](https://www.skydio.com/solutions/national-security/tactical-isr), and [beyond](https://www.skydio.com/solutions). ## About the Role Skydio is seeking a Network Specialist to make sure every dock we deploy can reach the network it needs, and stays connected after launch. Our docks run on customer networks in city halls, fire stations, substations, and corporate campuses, each with its own firewall, security policy, and IT team. You will work with those teams before installation to get the dock's network path approved and built, support Deployment Engineering when connectivity is the blocker, and troubleshoot docks that drop offline after launch. This role is focused on networking. You will work alongside our Network and Linux Specialist, who owns self-hosted and on-premise deployments, and take on the network workload across our cloud-connected dock programs. This is a remote role. Travel of up to 40% is required to support site surveys, customer engagements, deployments, team onsites, and company events. This is a customer facing role and you will need to be comfortable and experienced talking to customers, of varying levels of technical expertise. ## About the Team The Launch Team is the operational arm of Skydio's dock business. We sit between the opportunity and the running program, and readiness means everything a customer needs to launch. We do not perform every piece of that work, but we project manage the customer to all of it and are accountable for the date. Network readiness is one of the items most likely to move a launch date. A firewall change request, a security review, or a cellular plan can take weeks on the customer's side, so the earlier it starts, the sooner the dock is in the ground. The team is measured on time-to-launch, readiness gate adherence, deployment schedule performance, and the condition of the program at handoff. Network Specialists are critical members of the Skydio organization and work closely with Readiness Specialists, Solutions Engineers, Deployment Engineering, Integrations, Support, and Customer Success to support successful deployments, customer confidence, and the long-term success of dock programs. ## How You’ll Make an Impact - Own network readiness for dock deployments: review each site's network design, firewall and allowlist requirements, and connectivity plan with the customer's IT and network administrators before the dock ships. - Act as Skydio's technical point of contact for customer IT and security teams. Answer security questionnaires, explain the dock's traffic, ports, and protocols, and work change requests through corporate firewalls and infosec policies. - Design and validate connectivity for each site, including wired Ethernet and PoE, VLANs and static addressing, NAT and VPN, WiFi, and LTE or 5G cellular backhaul, and confirm the site has the bandwidth live video needs. - Support Deployment Engineering on site and remotely when the network is the blocker, and debug connectivity outages on launched docks, wherever and whenever they occur. - Build the network playbook: standard network requirements, pre-install validation tests, site survey checklists, and troubleshooting runbooks that Readiness Specialists and Support can use without escalating. - Turn what you see across deployments into prioritized, defensible feedback for Product and Engineering on dock networking, diagnostics, and configuration. What Makes You a Good Fit - 4+ years in network engineering, network administration, or a customer-facing networking role. - Strong hands-on experience with TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, routing, NAT, VPNs, and firewall policy, and with diagnosing connectivity problems using packet captures and standard network tools. - Experience with enterprise firewalls and network equipment such as Cisco, Palo Alto Networks, Fortinet, or Meraki. - Working knowledge of WiFi and cellular networking, including LTE or 5G routers, signal assessment, and carrier data plans. - Comfortable communicating directly with customers of varying levels of technical knowledge, and explaining a network requirement clearly to people outside the project. - Highly organized, with strong documentation habits and the discipline to keep the system of record current. ## Nice to Have - Networking certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, CompTIA Network+, or PCNSA. - Experience working on public sector networks, including CJIS or similar security requirements. - Familiarity with Linux, basic scripting, and REST APIs. - Experience with IoT devices, video streaming systems, or other physical equipment deployed on customer networks. - Experience in UAS, public safety, or utilities. What Is Required - FAA Part 107 Certificate, or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire. - Ability to travel up to 40% of the time. - US Person required for working at US government facilities. Compensation: At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full-time employees include competitive base salaries, equity in the form of stock options, and comprehensive benefits packages. Compensation will vary based on factors, including skill level, proficiencies, transferable knowledge, and experience. Relocation assistance may also be provided for eligible roles. The annual base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $145,000*. Fundamentally, we believe that equity is the key to long-term financial growth, and we ensure all regular, full-time employees have the opportunity to significantly benefit from the company's success. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s group health insurance plans. Regular, full-time employees are eligible to receive the following benefits: Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan. This position and all associated benefits are subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws, as well as the Company’s policies and eligibility criteria. *Compensation for certain positions may vary based on the position’s location. ## #LI-AY1 At Skydio we believe that diversity drives innovation. We have created a multidisciplinary environment that embraces the power of diverse perspectives to create elegant solutions for complex problems. We are committed to growing our network of people, programs, and resources to nurture an inclusive culture. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local anti-discrimination laws. For positions located in the United States of America, Skydio, Inc. uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit https://www.e-verify.gov/ ## About Skydio ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Skydio builds autonomous drones and platforms for public safety, critical infrastructure inspection, and national security, enabling safer, smarter, and faster data collection. - **Entity Type**: Private – Series E ($230M raised) - **Headquarters**: San Mateo, California, United States (manufacturing hub in Hayward, CA; satellite offices in Boston, Japan, and India) - **Founded**: 2014 - **Founders**: Adam Bry (CEO) and Abe Bachrach (CTO) – both MIT graduates and co-founders of Google’s Project Wing ## Core Business - **Primary industries**: Drone manufacturing, autonomous flight software, public safety / first responder technology, infrastructure inspection, defense / national security - **Target customers**: B2G (government/public safety), B2B (energy, utilities, construction, surveying), and defense organizations - **Mission statement**: “To make the world more productive, creative, and safe with autonomous flight” ## Products & Services - **[Skydio X10](https://www.skydio.com/)**: Flagship autonomous drone with best-in-class sensors, advanced AI, and cloud integration – designed for outdoor inspection, DFR, and site security. - **[Skydio R10](https://www.skydio.com/)**: Indoor-capable, compact drone for tight quarters (e.g., building interiors) with onboard lighting and communications. - **[Skydio Dock for X10](https://www.skydio.com/)**: Remote docking station enabling autonomous launch, landing, and charging – supports unattended mission execution. - **[Skydio Cloud & Software Platform](https://www.skydio.com/)**: End-to-end software for mission planning, live streaming, data processing, and fleet management (includes Drone as First Responder solutions, asset inspection, and mapping). ## Market Standing - **Valuation/Funding**: $230 million raised in a Series E round (led by Linse Capital, with participation from Andreessen Horowitz, Next47, IVP, DoCoMo, Nvidia, UP.Partners; angel investors include Brendan Iribe, Naval Ravikant, Padma Warrior, Matt Bellamy, Magic Johnson, Justin Timberlake, Kevin Durant). Valuation not publicly disclosed. - **Key Metric**: Over 60,000 drones delivered; “9 figures of annual revenue” (i.e., $100M+) with rapid growth [skydio.com/careers](https://www.skydio.com/careers). - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Andreessen Horowitz, Nvidia, IVP, DoCoMo, UP.Partners. - **Growth Signals**: Company reports rapid revenue growth; expanding into national security contracts; manufacturing hub in Hayward; global presence with offices in Tokyo, Singapore, Zurich. ## Competitive Advantages - **Purely U.S. based** – designed, assembled, and supported in the USA, meeting strict national security and supply chain standards. - **Deep AI autonomy** – world-leading computer vision and autonomous flight technology, built by a team that pioneered the field at MIT and Google X. - **Full-stack platform** – drones, docks, cloud software, and mission-specific integrations create a locked-in ecosystem that’s hard to replicate. - **Mission-critical trust** – deployed by police departments, defense agencies, and utilities for life-saving and infrastructure-protecting missions. ## Strategic Focus - **Scaling drone-as-a-first-responder (DFR)** programs across public safety agencies. - **Expanding defense & national security** verticals (survivable sUAS, battlefield situational awareness). - **Deepening enterprise inspection & mapping** offerings for energy, telecom, and civil infrastructure. - **International growth** – offices in Japan, India, Singapore, Switzerland, and Finland. ## Why Work Here - **Purpose-driven impact** – work on tech that “makes our world safer and more efficient” (autonomous drones for first responders, search & rescue, battlefield awareness). - **Cutting-edge engineering** – stack spans AI/robotics, computer vision, cloud, mobile, aerodynamics, sensors, and hardware; described as “the Mount Everest of technology.” - **Collaborative culture** – “intense but rewarding”; teams include world-class engineers, special forces operators, and industry experts. - **Hybrid/office** – headquarters in San Mateo (Bay Area) with manufacturing in Hayward; satellite offices in Boston, Japan, and India. Many engineering roles are on-site or hybrid, but some positions list remote (US) availability. - **Notable perks** – no explicit perks listed, but culture emphasizes real-world impact, cross-functional work, and autonomy to solve hard problems. ## Sources 1. [skydio.com](https://www.skydio.com/) – Main site (products, mission, drone capabilities) 2. [skydio.com/about](https://www.skydio.com/about) – Founders, leadership, and company history 3. [skydio.com/careers](https://www.skydio.com/careers) – Company stats (60k drones, 9-figure revenue, mission, culture, office locations) 4. [linkedin.com/company/skydio](https://www.linkedin.com/company/skydio) – Company description 5. [cbinsights.com/company/skydio/financials](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/skydio/financials) – Funding round details (Series E, $230M) ## Other roles at Skydio - [Sales Director, Utilities](https://feeny.ai/job/sales-director-utilities-skydio-united-states-axtanv7wc22f) — United States - [Key Account Leader, Majors, Public Safety (Northwest)](https://feeny.ai/job/key-account-leader-majors-public-safety-northwest-skydio-united-states-x2vekzw5qqn5) — United States - [Hardware Operations Program Manager](https://feeny.ai/job/hardware-operations-program-manager-skydio-hayward-axgg840ceyy6) — Hayward, CA - [Staff Software Engineer - Streaming Infrastructure](https://feeny.ai/job/staff-software-engineer-streaming-infrastructure-skydio-san-mateo-saehmka3map5) — San Mateo, CA - [Senior Software Engineer - Streaming Infrastructure](https://feeny.ai/job/senior-software-engineer-streaming-infrastructure-skydio-san-mateo-6xjdq2xfrek7) — San Mateo, CA - [Manufacturing Intern - Summer 2027](https://feeny.ai/job/manufacturing-intern-summer-2027-skydio-hayward-xrkznbyy9nb6) — Hayward, CA - [Autonomy Engineer Intern, Autonomy Infrastructure, Systems and Tools, 2027 (Zurich)](https://feeny.ai/job/autonomy-engineer-intern-autonomy-infrastructure-systems-and-tools-2027-zurich-b83jebf38k6c) — Zurich, Switzerland - [Autonomy Engineer Intern, Simulation & Robotics, 2027 (HQ)](https://feeny.ai/job/autonomy-engineer-intern-simulation-robotics-2027-hq-skydio-san-mateo-09bdz17bv5gf) — San Mateo, CA - [Autonomy Engineer Intern, Simulation & Robotics, 2027 (Zurich)](https://feeny.ai/job/autonomy-engineer-intern-simulation-robotics-2027-zurich-skydio-zurich-e4gq6cw86q90) — Zurich, Switzerland - [Autonomy Engineer Intern, Reinforcement Learning, 2027 (Zurich)](https://feeny.ai/job/autonomy-engineer-intern-reinforcement-learning-2027-zurich-skydio-zurich-tznhnz43ag49) — Zurich, Switzerland