Senior Systems Engineer (R5981) Shield AI IncSenior Systems Engineer (R5981)Seattle, WA$144,000–$210,000 / yearJob Description: As a Senior Systems Engineer on Shield AI's next gen UAS program, you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and integrating cutting-edge autonomous aircraft systems for national defense. You will work cross-functionally with teams in hardware, software, autonomy, flight operations, and manufacturing to develop a scalable, mission-ready platform capable of operating in contested environments.
Staff Systems Engineer (R5982) Shield AI IncStaff Systems Engineer (R5982)Seattle, WA$144,000–$210,000 / yearJob Description: As a Staff Systems Engineer on Shield AI's next gen UAS program, you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and integrating cutting-edge autonomous aircraft systems for national defense. You will work cross-functionally with teams in hardware, software, autonomy, flight operations, and manufacturing to develop a scalable, mission-ready platform capable of operating in contested environments.
Staff Engineer, Manufacturing Shield AIStaff Engineer, ManufacturingSeattle, WA$150,000–$230,000 / yearYou'll be instrumental in building out the infrastructure for a new production line supporting a next-generation jet, including selecting and deploying capital equipment, implementing hardware and software tools, and establishing robust production systems. Job Description: As a Staff Manufacturing Engineer, you'll take ownership of critical manufacturing processes across multiple programs, leading initiatives to increase throughput, reduce costs, and scale our operations.
Staff Engineer, Tool Design (R4967) Shield AIStaff Engineer, Tool Design (R4967)Seattle, WA$150,000–$230,000 / yearDesign assembly jigs, drill/bond fixtures, composites molds & trim fixtures, go/no-go gauges, lifting/handling carts, and protective tooling using CATIA/NX/SolidWorks. Generate complete Tool Design Packages including 3D models, 2D drawings with GD&T, BOM, torque/fastener specs, materials/finishes, lifting points, and safety labeling.
Senior Staff Engineer, Advanced Manufacturing Shield AISenior Staff Engineer, Advanced ManufacturingSeattle, WA$188,000–$282,000 / yearYou'll be instrumental in building out the infrastructure for a new production line supporting a next-generation jet, including selecting and deploying capital equipment, implementing hardware and software tools, and establishing robust production systems. Job Description: As a Senior Staff Advance Manufacturing Engineer, you'll take ownership of critical manufacturing processes across multiple programs, leading initiatives to increase throughput, reduce costs, and scale our operations.
Staff Engineer, Electrical System Advance Manufacturing (R5183) Shield AIStaff Engineer, Electrical System Advance Manufacturing (R5183)Seattle, WA$150,000–$230,000 / yearThe ideal candidate has deep experience supporting low-rate to high-rate production environments involving avionics, wiring harnesses, PCBAs, power systems, batteries, sensors, and mission-critical electrical hardware. Job Description: We are seeking a highly skilled Staff Electrical Systems Advance Manufacturing Engineer to lead the development, integration, and production support of advanced electrical systems for complex aerospace and defense platforms.
Power Electronics - Thermal Engineer I (R4842) Shield AIPower Electronics - Thermal Engineer I (R4842)Seattle, WashingtonFull timeFull-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. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide.
Power Electronics - Thermal Engineer Senior Staff Shield AIPower Electronics - Thermal Engineer Senior StaffSeattle, WashingtonFull timeFull-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. This role is best suited for an engineer who thrives on first-principles problem solving, is comfortable with ambiguous, open-ended challenges, and can bridge technical disciplines with strong communication and collaboration skills and the ability to simplify and communicate complex problems.
Lead, Electrical Engineering (R5116) Shield AILead, Electrical Engineering (R5116)Seattle, WashingtonFull timeYou will remain deeply hands-on technically while setting direction for your team, driving execution across disciplines, and building the leadership experience needed to grow into broader engineering management responsibilities, including eventually leading full avionics organizations. 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.
Engineer II, Thermal Design and Analysis (R4934) Shield AIEngineer II, Thermal Design and Analysis (R4934)Seattle, WashingtonFull timeFull-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. This role is best suited for an engineer who thrives on first-principles problem solving, is comfortable with ambiguous, open-ended challenges, and can communicate well across functions, ensuring well- coordinated thermal management solutions.
Senior Engineer, Mechanisms (R4890) Shield AISenior Engineer, Mechanisms (R4890)Seattle, WashingtonFull timeFull-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. You will help architect new products, perform the detailed design of complex electro-mechanical assemblies, and will use best in class design and analysis tools.
Engineer II, Mechanical Design (R4922) Shield AIEngineer II, Mechanical Design (R4922)Seattle, WashingtonFull timeFull-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. You will help architect new products, support the detailed design of complex structural systems for the launch and recovery vehicle and will use best in class design and analysis tools.
Staff Engineer, Mechanical - Harness Design (R4594) Shield AIStaff Engineer, Mechanical - Harness Design (R4594)Seattle, WA$166,000–$300,000 / yearWith offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI's technology actively supports operations worldwide. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information.
Staff Engineer, Fpga Design (R5347) Shield AIStaff Engineer, Fpga Design (R5347)Seattle, WA$180,000–$280,000 / yearRequired qualifications: B.S., M.S, PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) discipline, such as Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, verifying, and debugging FPGA-based solutions for complex avionics solutions for cutting-edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV).
Engineer II, Hydraulics (R4936) Shield AIEngineer II, Hydraulics (R4936)Seattle, WA$100,000–$160,000 / yearWe may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI's technology actively supports operations worldwide.
Staff Engineer, Structural Designer (R4937) Shield AIStaff Engineer, Structural Designer (R4937)Seattle, WA$160,000–$240,000 / yearWe may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. You will help architect new products, perform the detailed design of complex structural systems for the launch and recovery vehicle and will use best in class design and analysis tools.
Staff Engineer, Mechanical & Actuated Systems (R5293) Shield AIStaff Engineer, Mechanical & Actuated Systems (R5293)Seattle, WA$160,000–$240,000 / yearYou will help architect mechanical and actuated systems on the X-BAT platform, perform the detailed design of complex mechanical assemblies such as uplocks, doors, flight controls, landing gear, and wing fold, and will use best in class design and analysis tools. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information.
Engineer II, Thermal Design And Analysis (R4934) Shield AIEngineer II, Thermal Design And Analysis (R4934)Seattle, WA$110,000–$160,000 / yearThis role is best suited for an engineer who thrives on first-principles problem solving, is comfortable with ambiguous, open-ended challenges, and can communicate well across functions, ensuring well- coordinated thermal management solutions. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information.
Staff Engineer, Advanced Manufacturing - Special Projects (R4972) Shield AIStaff Engineer, Advanced Manufacturing - Special Projects (R4972)Seattle, WashingtonFull timeFull-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. You’ll be instrumental in building out the infrastructure for a new production line supporting a next-generation jet, including selecting and deploying capital equipment, implementing hardware and software tools, and establishing robust production systems.
NewSenior Staff Mechanical Engineer (R5990) Shield AISenior Staff Mechanical Engineer (R5990)Seattle, WA$208,000–$312,000 / yearThe ideal candidate is comfortable solving complex problems, taking ownership, working within an accelerated aircraft development environment, and is motivated by getting meaningful capability into the hands of operators quickly. This position requires a balance of technical rigor, rapid decision-making, and hands-on engineering to efficiently transition concepts into operational capability.