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Shield AI · 3 months ago

Senior Staff Engineer, Systems Test (R3896)

Washington DC Metro Area

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$170K/yr - $250K/yr

10+ years exp

Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company dedicated to protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. The Hivemind Solutions Systems Test Engineer will be responsible for the integration and testing of software and hardware systems, supporting on-site flight testing, and ensuring successful flight test events through various testing methodologies and tools.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesDronesMachine LearningNational Security

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Work with Hivemind and Hivemind Solutions engineering to test and integrate software and hardware systems preparing for simulation milestones and flight tests

Support on-site flight testing that involves system configuration, running aircraft software, and data post-analysis

Hands-on debugging during on-ground and in-flight test and/or sea trial campaigns

Write Python code to test complex Hivemind + aircraft SW and HW systems (with SW emphasis)

Create SW based tools to improve flight testing and troubleshooting (Python and/or C++)

Become a subject-matter-expert for running Hivemind tests on our Hardware-In-The-Loop and Vehicle-In-The-Loop systems

Run simulated flight tests to validate Hivemind + platform subsystems

Contribute to software utilities and automated test suites for Hardware-In-The-Loop infrastructure

Contribute to and execute test plans to validate Hivemind SW and HW systems

Create test team data Dashboards to provide high-level results visibility and data analysis

Review artifacts related to simulated and real flight test data for any anomalous behavior

Identify, analyze, and document software defects, issues, and inconsistencies in software behavior

Drive continuous improvement in testing methodologies, tools, and processes

Qualification

PythonRobotics experienceDebugging skillsC++Software management toolsAnalytical skillsPassion for intelligent systemsCommunication skillsCollaboration skillsAdaptability

Required

Typically requires a minimum of 10 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 9 years and a Master's degree; or 7 years with a PhD; or equivalent work experience

Proficiency in Python

Experience in robotics, small UAS, USV, UUV, or related hands-on engineering projects

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills

Passionate about intelligent systems

Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional software, hardware and mechanical engineering teams

Adaptability and a willingness to learn new technologies and methodologies quickly in a fast-paced environment

The ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET Clearance. US citizenship is required as only US citizens are eligible for a security clearance