Shield AI

Staff Engineer, Electromechanical (R6043)

Shield AI • $142K — $220K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. and/or M.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or a related field
  • 8+ years of experience in aerospace mechanical and electrical equipment design
  • Proficiency in CAD software such as NX, SolidWorks, or CATIA
  • Experience in cross-disciplinary collaboration with electrical engineers
  • Familiarity with PCB layout and advanced manufacturing methods
  • Knowledge of eCAD and harness design software like Altium or Capital
  • Experience with finite element and thermal analysis

Responsibilities

  • Design complex electromechanical solutions for avionics systems
  • Perform structural, thermal, and modal analyses for systems reliability
  • Ensure compliance with key performance and safety standards
  • Own design work from concept through validation and testing
  • Conduct failure analysis and prepare systems for flight tests

Benefits

  • Bonus-eligible pay package
  • Equity opportunities
  • Comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees
  • Temporary benefits after 60 days for temporary employees
Full Job Description
Job Description:

Shield AI is redefining autonomous aviation with cutting-edge AI and GPS/RF-denied navigation technologies. Now, we're building a next-generation aircraft like no other-one that will push the boundaries of innovation and performance.

We are looking for a Staff Electromechanical Engineer to join our team, focused on the design and integration of avionics systems and driving designs from concept to production. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, excel in cross-functional collaboration, and are passionate about building high-performance avionics systems, we want to hear from you.

What you'll do:

  • Design complex electromechanical solutions for avionics packaging, electrical interconnects, thermal management, and aircraft integration
  • Perform structural, preliminary thermal, and modal analyses for avionics to ensure survivability in harsh environments
  • Ensure avionics meet performance, safety, environmental, and EMI/EMC compliance standards, including DO-160, DO-254, DO-178C, MIL-STD-810, and MIL-STD-461
  • Own your design work from concept and design reviews through system validation, failure analysis, and flight-test readiness


Required qualifications:

  • B.S. and/or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
  • 8+ years of experience in mechanical and electrical equipment design for aerospace, including harness integration and mechanical component design
  • Expertise in CAD software such as NX, SolidWorks, CATIA, or similar tools for 3D modeling, drawing creation, and system layout
  • Experience collaborating with electrical engineers to define PCB constraints, develop circuit cards, and manage all mechanical interfaces
  • Familiarity with the PCB layout process and advanced manufacturing methods
  • Familiarity with eCAD software such as Altium, Cadence, or Allegro and harness design software such as Capital or Zuken
  • Experience with finite element analysis, thermal analysis, and fatigue or lifecycle testing
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile development environment with evolving priorities
  • Ability to obtain an S//SAR-level security clearance is desired


$142,000 - $220,000 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.
Learn more about Shield AI
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200 employees
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Founded
2015

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