Senior Staff Engineer, Electromechanical (R4583)

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 Senior Staff Electromechanical Engineer to join our team, focused on the design and integration of avionics systems and driving designs from concept to production.

What you'll do

• Design complex electro-mechanical 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
• Avoid avionics meeting 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 to reviews through system validation, failure analysis, and flight test readiness

Required qualifications

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

Pay

$166,632 - $249,948 a year

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.

Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans.

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.