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About the role
We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer I to support the design, development, and testing of flight hardware and mechanical test systems. In this entry-level role, you will work alongside experienced engineers to develop fixed and field-deployable solutions for hardware qualification, environmental testing, stress testing, and sustainment. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.
What they're looking for
- B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or a related STEM field
- 0–2 years of relevant experience, internships, co-ops, research, and substantial academic projects may count toward this requirement
- Foundational knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, physics, and mathematics
- Experience with CAD software such as SolidWorks, CATIA, NX, or similar
- Familiarity with engineering drawings, material selection, structural analysis, and common manufacturing processes
- Hands-on experience building, testing, or troubleshooting mechanical systems
More about this role
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn , X , Instagram , and YouTube .
Shield AI is pioneering the development of AI-powered autonomous aircraft for national defense, pushing the boundaries of aerospace innovation. Our next-generation UAS is a high-endurance unmanned system designed for deployment in complex, contested environments.
We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer I to support the design, development, and testing of flight hardware and mechanical test systems. In this entry-level role, you will work alongside experienced engineers to develop fixed and field-deployable solutions for hardware qualification, environmental testing, stress testing, and sustainment.
You will gain hands-on experience in mechanical design, structural...
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