Senior Fixture Design Engineer, Service Tooling & Processes

About Zipline Do you want to change the world? Zipline is on a mission to transform the way goods move. Our aim is to solve the world’s most urgent and complex access challenges by building, manufacturing and operating the first instant delivery and logistics system that serves all humans equally, wherever they are. From powering Rwanda’s national blood delivery network and Ghana’s COVID-19 vaccine distribution, to providing on-demand home delivery for Walmart, to enabling healthcare providers to bring care directly to U.S. homes, we are transforming the way things move for businesses, governments and consumers. The technology is complex but the idea is simple: a teleportation service that delivers what you need, when you need it. Using robotics and autonomy, we are decarbonizing delivery, decreasing road congestion, and reducing fossil fuel consumption and air pollution, while providing equitable access to billions of people and building a more resilient global supply chain.   Join Zipline and help us to make good on our promise to build an equitable and more resilient global supply chain for billions of people. About You and The Role   As a Fixture Design Engineer in Service Tooling & Processes, you will be the technical backbone bridging engineering and maintenance. You’ll prototype and validate new service tooling, work with key stakeholders to iterate on those tools to maximize maintenance efficiency, and prepare design packages for scaled manufacturing. Your work will ensure that aircraft servicing methods are not only effective in the field but also scalable, manufacturable, and reliable at fleet level. What You'll Do   Collaborate with flight operations, maintenance, and engineering teams to identify fixture/tooling needs. Design and develop maintenance fixtures, assembly jigs, and specialized tooling for drone components. Create 3D models, technical drawings, and documentation for prototype and production. Conduct structural and functional analysis of fixture designs. Support prototype fabrication through internal or external resources. Test, validate, and iterate fixture designs based on technician feedback and field performance. Ensure compliance with aerospace safety standards and maintenance best practices. Maintain fixture/tooling documentation and contribute to continuous improvement processes. What You'll Bring  Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field. 3+ years of experience in mechanical design, ideally in aerospace, automotive, or industrial tooling. Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks, CATIA, or similar). Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (CNC, additive manufacturing, machining, etc.). Experience with GD&T and technical drawing best practices. Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and communicate technical solutions clearly. Strong problem-solving mindset and attention to detail. Willingness to travel up to 25%. What Else You Need to Know    The starting cash range for this role is $130,000 - $140,000. Please note that this is a target, starting cash range for a candidate who meets the minimum qualifications for this role. The final cash pay for this role will depend on a variety of factors, including a specific candidate's experience, qualifications, skills, working location, and projected impact. The total compensation package for this role may also include: equity compensation; discretionary annual or performance bonuses; sales incentives; benefits such as medical, dental and vision insurance; paid time off; and more. Zipline is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other characteristics protected by state, federal or local law or our other policies.   We value diversity at Zipline and welcome applications from those who are traditionally underrepresented in tech. If you like the sound of this position but are not sure if you are the perfect fit, please apply!