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Staff Engineer, Electromechanical (R6043)

Shield AI · Seattle, Washington · On-site

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About Shield AI

Autonomy for the world. Backed by a16z.

About the role

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 they're looking for

  • 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
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 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.

  • Design complex electromechanical solutions for avionics packaging, electrical...

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