Hardware Reliability Intern (Mechatronics), Summer 2027
Summary
Wing (Alphabet's drone delivery company) seeks a paid 12-week summer 2027 Hardware Reliability Intern in Palo Alto to design test fixtures, build DAQ systems and automated Python test scripts, and run failure analysis (FMEA, root cause, DOE) on drone propulsion, camera, comms, and power systems.
About Wing:
Wing offers drone delivery as a safe, fast, and sustainable solution for last mile logistics. Consumer appetites for on-demand services are increasing, but current delivery methods are inefficient, costly, and contribute to road accidents and air pollution. Wing’s fleet of highly automated delivery drones can transport small packages directly from businesses to homes on-demand, in minutes. We design, build, and operate our aircraft, and offer drone delivery services on two continents. Our technology is designed to be easy to integrate into existing delivery and logistics networks, offering a scalable drone delivery solution for a broad range of businesses. Wing is a part of Google's parent company, Alphabet, and our mission is to create the preferred means of delivery for the planet. If you're ready to do the greatest work of your life, come join us.
About the Program:
Join Wing's 12-week paid summer internship! This is a hybrid, in-person program based in Palo Alto, CA, with start dates in May or June. Eligible candidates must be a current student enrolled in a degree program and intend to return to the program after the completion of the summer internship.
About the Role:
Wing is looking for a Hardware Reliability Intern to join our Hardware Reliability based in Palo Alto, CA. Our team evaluates the reliability and durability of aircraft hardware, develops new tests, and performs failure analysis to constantly improve the robustness and reliability of our drone and ground infrastructure.
In this role you will:
- Design test fixtures to stress, validate, and characterize aircraft subsystems under various environmental conditions
- Select, build, and maintain data acquisition (DAQ) systems and automated test scripts
- Plan and execute testing for aircraft propulsion, camera, communications and power delivery systems
- Help evaluate field failures and manufacturing issues through analysis and DOE
- Collecting and analyze field & test data for root cause analysis or failure replication
- Assess failure modes and create FMEAs to influence potential design improvements
- Produce procedures to reliably execute test plans
What You’ll Need:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, graduating between December 2027 and August 2028
- Proficiency in Python or similar programming language for instrument control or data analysis
- Familiarity with power systems, electrical fundamentals, and test methodology for electromechanical systems
- Comfortable with hands-on work in a lab, such as hardware testing and failure inspection
- Able to construct and follow a detailed hardware test plan
- Familiarity with tools to acquire, log, and analyze data (e.g. temperature, force, current, voltage)
- Ability to work independently to investigate issues and communicate findings to cross-functional teams
- Experience debugging, troubleshooting, or investigating hardware failures
- Strong attention to detail for finding inconsistencies in data patterns and analyzing failed samples
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Hands-on experience selecting, wiring, and controlling Brushless DC (BLDC) motors, stepper motors, or servo actuators
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Comfortable using diagnostic tools like multi-meters, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers
- Exposure to standard communication protocols (I2C, SPI, CAN bus, Modbus, or UART)
The US base salary range for this internship position is the salary range below + benefits. Wing’s salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.
Wing is an equal opportunity employer and it is Wing's policy to comply with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity. Employment at Wing is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Wing does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.
If you have a need that requires accommodation during the interview process due to a disability or special need, please let us know by completing our Candidate Accommodations Request Form.
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