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Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company developing intelligent autonomous systems, avionics software, and unmanned aircraft platforms for military and civilian operations. The company operates globally with facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific.
In this Staff Engineer role, you will design and own complex electromechanical solutions for avionics systems, from concept through flight-test readiness. Your responsibilities include:
• Design electromechanical solutions for avionics packaging, electrical interconnects, thermal management, and aircraft integration
• Perform structural, preliminary thermal, and modal analyses to ensure avionics survive harsh operational environments
• Ensure designs meet performance, safety, environmental, and compliance standards including DO-160, DO-254, DO-178C, MIL-STD-810, and MIL-STD-461
• Lead design reviews, system validation, failure analysis, and flight-test preparation
• Collaborate with electrical engineers on PCB constraints, circuit card development, and mechanical interface management
• Work in a fast-paced, agile development environment with evolving priorities
You will leverage advanced CAD and eCAD tools, finite element and thermal analysis software, and deep knowledge of aerospace manufacturing and integration practices.
REQUIREMENTS:
• B.S. and/or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
• 8+ years of experience in mechanical and electrical equipment design for aerospace, including harness integration and mechanical component design
• Expert-level proficiency in CAD software (NX, SolidWorks, CATIA, or equivalent) for 3D modeling, drawing creation, and system layout
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with electrical engineers on PCB constraints, circuit card development, and mechanical interface definition
• Familiarity with PCB layout processes and advanced manufacturing methods
• Knowledge of eCAD software (Altium, Cadence, Allegro) and harness design software (Capital, Zuken)
• Hands-on experience with finite element analysis, thermal analysis, and fatigue or lifecycle testing
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, agile environments with shifting priorities
• Ability to obtain S//SAR-level security clearance (desired)
