Shield AI

Mechanical Engineer I, Systems Integration (R5344)

Shield AI$75K — $110K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
  • 0-2 years of experience in designing and integrating mechanical systems for complex products.
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling and engineering drawing creation using platforms like NX, CATIA, or SolidWorks.
  • Understanding of mechanical design principles including machine design and basic structural design.
  • Familiarity with GD&T standards and manufacturing principles.
  • Basic knowledge of aircraft subsystem installation concepts and electrical routing.
  • Strong analytical and communication skills for team collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Own the design and integration of aircraft mechanical components and systems.
  • Develop aircraft installation layouts and subsystem packaging decouples.
  • Design routing paths for various aircraft systems while coordinating with surrounding structures.
  • Create and document engineering drawings and plans.
  • Support CAD modeling and product structure development.
  • Assist in prototype builds and aircraft integration activities.
  • Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless integration of avionics and systems.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health and wellness offerings.
  • Equity opportunities in the company.
  • Performance bonuses based on contributions and achievements.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

As a Systems Integration Engineer, you will own the design, integration, and installation of aircraft systems and components under the guidance of senior engineers. You will contribute to mechanical part design, installation layouts, drawing creation, and hardware integration activities while developing a strong foundation in aircraft design, manufacturing, and multidisciplinary engineering.

The ideal candidate is an self-starter with strong engineering fundamentals, a passion for aircraft development, and a desire to learn from experienced engineers. They are eager to contribute to multidisciplinary teams, solve challenging engineering problems, and develop expertise in aircraft integration and mechanical design.

What you'll do:

  • Design mechanical components, brackets, sheet metal parts, and assemblies.
  • Assist in developing aircraft installation layouts and subsystem packaging.
  • Design routing paths for EWIS, hydraulic, fuel, pneumatic, and ECS systems while coordinating interfaces with adjacent aircraft structures and subsystems.
  • Create engineering drawings and documentation.
  • Support CAD modeling and product structure development.
  • Assist with prototype builds and aircraft integration activities.
  • Support manufacturing and assembly issue resolution.
  • Participate in design reviews.
  • Apply GD&T and tolerance stack-up analyses to ensure manufacturable and interchangeable designs.
  • Colllaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate avionics and other system components seamlessly within the aircraft.


Required qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
  • 0-2 years of professional experience designing and integrating mechanical systems for aircraft, aerospace, defense, robotics, automotive, or other complex electromechanical products.
  • Demonstrated proficiency creating 3D CAD models, assemblies, and engineering drawings using NX, CATIA, SolidWorks, Creo, or a comparable CAD platform.
  • Understanding of mechanical design fundamentals, including machine design, material selection, fastening methods, and basic structural design principles.
  • Familiarity with designing machined, fabricated, and sheet metal components suitable for manufacturing and assembly.
  • Basic understanding of engineering drawings, drawing standards, and GD&T in accordance with ASME Y14.5.
  • Familiarity with Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.
  • Basic understanding of aircraft or complex mechanical subsystem installation concepts, including equipment mounting, packaging, accessibility, and maintainability.
  • Familiarity with mechanical and electrical routing concepts for electrical wiring, hydraulic tubing, pneumatic tubing, or similar mechanical systems.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, assembly documentation, and Bills of Material (BOMs).
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to apply engineering fundamentals to practical design challenges.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively on multidisciplinary engineering teams.


Preferred qualifications:

  • Internship or co-op experience supporting aircraft, aerospace, defense, robotics, automotive, or other complex electromechanical products.
  • Hands-on experience developing mechanical components, assemblies, or installation hardware for student projects, Formula SAE, Baja SAE, Design Build Fly, or similar engineering projects.
  • Experience using PLM systems such as Teamcenter, Windchill, or 3DEXPERIENCE.
  • Familiarity with aircraft installation drawings, assembly drawings, or manufacturing documentation.
  • Exposure to prototype builds, manufacturing support, or hardware integration activities.
  • Experience performing basic engineering calculations, tolerance analyses, or structural hand calculations.
  • Experience using FEA tools such as NASTRAN, ANSYS, Siemens Simcenter, Abaqus, orCreo Simulate for basic static or modal analyses.
  • Familiarity with aerospace standards, military specifications, or FAA design practices.
  • Experience collaborating within multidisciplinary engineering teams using formal engineering change or configuration management processes.


$75,000 - $110,000 a year

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Full-time regular employee offer package:

Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity

Temporary employee offer package:

Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)

Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.

About Shield AI

Shield AI is a defense technology company that develops artificially intelligent systems for military applications. The company was founded in 2015 by Brandon Tseng, Ryan Tseng, and Andrew Reiter, and is headquartered in San Diego, California. Shield AI's products include autonomous drones and software that can be used for reconnaissance, surveillance, and other military operations. The company's mission is to reduce the number of military casualties by providing soldiers with better intelligence and situational awareness. Shield AI has received funding from a number of investors, including Andreessen Horowitz and Founders Fund.
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2015

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