Skydio Announces Opening of First European R&D Office in Tampere, Finland
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This news release was originally issued in partnership with Business Tampere, the Tampere region economic development agency.
Skydio, the leading U.S. drone manufacturer and world leader in autonomous flight, produces uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) for dual use in public safety and first responder applications, utilities, and critical infrastructure inspection, and battlefield situational awareness. With the opening of an office in Tampere, Skydio will add expertise from one of the world’s leading centers of expertise in imaging technology - Tampere Imaging Ecosystem.
“ We’ve long known that Tampere has world-class imaging talent and technology, and we’re extremely excited to open Skydio’s first European R&D facility here. Imaging and sensing is at the core of how our products deliver value for our customers, and the investment we’re making in Tampere will accelerate our product portfolio over the coming years.
“ We’re delighted to welcome the Skydio team. While this is the 15th new R&D site from overseas with an imaging focus in the past 8 years, it’s the first to focus on imaging for aerial robotics, highlighting Tampere’s position as Europe's leading hub for next-generation imaging innovation. Tampere has long been recognized as a global pioneer in digital imaging and mobile technology, a legacy established through Nokia’s early breakthroughs in camera phones and sustained by Tampere University's internationally renowned research in signal processing and imaging—today evolving into cutting-edge innovation at the intersection of mobile imaging and artificial intelligence.
In Tampere, Skydio seeks to build a team of experts in the fields of camera mechanics, electronics, and software engineering that will focus initially on delivering innovative camera hardware and related testing components. Interested candidates can review open positions at skydio.com/careers.
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