Who is Flock?
Flock Safety is the leading safety technology platform, helping communities thrive by taking a proactive approach to crime prevention and security. Our hardware and software suite connects cities, law enforcement, businesses, schools, and neighborhoods in a nationwide public-private safety network. Trusted by over 5,000 communities, 4,500 law enforcement agencies, and 1,000 businesses, Flock delivers real-time intelligence while prioritizing privacy and responsible innovation.
We’re a high-performance, low-ego team driven by urgency, collaboration, and bold thinking. Working at Flock means tackling big challenges, moving fast, and continuously improving. It’s intense but deeply rewarding for those who want to make an impact.
With nearly $700M in venture funding and a $7.5B valuation, we’re scaling intentionally and seeking top talent to help build the impossible. If you value teamwork, ownership, and solving tough problems, Flock could be the place for you.
The Opportunity
Flock is looking to add a Senior NPI Engineer to the Hardware Engineering group to support our growing Aviation initiatives. As we focus on developing the latest and greatest devices, it is imperative to add to and build up the NPI team to launch new products and sustain existing designs at all stages of their lifecycle. This role will be integral in supporting new and existing contract manufacturers to qualify designs for mass production, set up assembly & test flows, drive root-cause/corrective action plans to recover devices stranded in quarantine, manage continuous improvement to increase efficiencies and lower costs in production, and own the NPI cycle for quality-of-life design changes to support the vitality of our existing products. This is a remote role and will require travel up to 25%.
The Skillset
BSc degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical discipline
At least 5-7 years of experience in NPI, HW Production/Manufacturing, or similar functional roles, particularly in Aviation or UAS products
Knowledge and experience with Mobile, IoT, Imaging, or battery-operated devices’ assembly process and testing
Experience with manufacturing process development and improvement in a fast-paced environment
Experience in working with contract manufacturers
Broad technical competence across relevant engineering disciplines (Electrical, Mechanical, Software, etc.)
A deep understanding of the development cycle as a process and a discipline – the ability to drive first principles and maintain focus on goals during constant change, learning, and new analysis.
Familiarity with manufacturing processes, including injection molding, PCBA fabrication, cable over-molding, etc.
Effective communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation)
Excellent teamwork skills with proven ability to work with a cross-functional team and drive for timely project success
Nice to have:
Has brought multiple UAS products to market
Can read schematic diagrams and PCB documentation
Has developed and implemented test solutions for new products, including software and hardware
Experience with DFM (Design for Manufacturing) of PCB and electronic components production
Knowledge and experience in using CAD (SolidWorks) to design aids and/or fixtures for manufacturing or testing
Knowledge and experience in using Altium for test fixture circuit design
Knowledge and experience in optics and image test and analysis
Proven track record bringing products from a prototyping and conception phase all the way through mass production
Feeling uneasy that you haven’t ticked every box? That’s okay; we’ve felt that way too. Studies have shown women and minorities are less likely to apply unless they meet all qualifications. We encourage you to break the status quo and apply to roles that would make you excited to come to work every day.
90 Days at Flock
We prescribe to 90 day plans and believe that good days lead to good weeks, which lead to good months. This serves as a preview of the 90 day plan you will receive if you were to be hired in this role at Flock Safety.
The First 30 Days
Become Familiar with Flock’s products
Become familiar with Flock’s current production, Manufacturing workstreams and challenges
Integrate into current and new Contract Manufacturer engagement
The First 60 Days
Able to independently own specific tasks
Support prioritized ongoing activities
Contribute to future productization plans
90 Days & Beyond
Salary & Equity
In this role, you’ll receive a starting salary between $95,000 and $140,000 as well as Flock Safety Stock Options. Base salary is determined by job-related experience, education/training, as well as market indicators. Your recruiter will discuss this in-depth with you during our first chat.
Location
We’re building the impossible, together. To drive innovation through in-person collaboration, we’re prioritizing candidates in our key hubs: Atlanta, Austin, Boston, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, New York City, and San Francisco. While we value the energy of our hub communities, we embrace remote work and welcome applications from exceptional talent across the United States.
The Perks
🌴Flexible PTO: We offer non-accrual PTO, plus 11 company holidays.
⚕️Fully-paid health benefits plan for employees: including Medical, Dental, and Vision and an HSA match.
👪Family Leave: All employees receive 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave. Birthing parents are eligible for an additional 6-8 weeks of physical recovery time.
🍼Fertility & Family Benefits: We have partnered with Maven, a complete digital health benefit for starting and raising a family. Flock will provide a $50,000-lifetime maximum benefit related to eligible adoption, surrogacy, or fertility expenses.
🧠Spring Health: Spring Health offers a variety of mental health benefits, including therapy, coaching, medication management, a1nd digital tools, all tailored to each individual's needs.
💖Caregiver Support: We have partnered with Cariloop to provide our employees with caregiver support.
💸Carta Tax Advisor: Employees receive 1:1 sessions with Equity Tax Advisors who can address individual grants, model tax scenarios, and answer general questions.
💚ERGs: We want all employees to thrive and feel like they belong at Flock. We offer four ERGs today - Women of Flock, Flock Proud, LEOs and Melanin Motion. If you are interested in talking to a representative from one of these, please let your recruiter know.
💻WFH Stipend: $150 per month to cover the costs of working from home.
📚Productivity Stipend: $300 per year to use on Audible, Calm, Masterclass, Duolingo and so much more.
🏠Home Office Stipend: A one-time $750 to help you create your dream office.
Flock is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diverse backgrounds and thoughts and welcome everyone to apply for employment with us. We are committed to fostering an environment that is inclusive, transparent, and collaborative. Mutual respect is central to how Flock operates, and we believe the best solutions come from diverse perspectives, experiences, and skills. We embrace our differences and know that we are stronger working together.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at recruiting@flocksafety.com. This information will be treated as confidential and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the interview process.
At Flock Safety, we compensate our employees fairly for their work. Base salary is determined by job-related experience, education/training, as well as market indicators. The range above is representative of base salary only and does not include equity, sales bonus plans (when applicable) and benefits. This range may be modified in the future. This job posting may span more than one career level.
Flock Safety is aware of fraudulent individuals and agencies falsely claiming to represent our company. All legitimate communication from Flock Safety will come from an email address ending in @flocksafety.com. We do not make job offers through messaging apps, social platforms, or unauthorized third parties, and we will never request payment or sensitive personal information during the hiring process. If you encounter suspicious outreach related to a Flock Safety role, please report it to recruiting@flocksafety.com
