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Shield AI · 23 hours ago

Fuel Systems Engineer (R3300) (X-BAT)

positionDallas, TX
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
money$142K/yr - $213K/yr
date4+ years exp

Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company dedicated to protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. The Staff Fuel Systems Engineer will design, analyze, and integrate fuel systems for next-generation autonomous aircraft, contributing to the development of innovative fuel storage and distribution systems.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesDronesMachine LearningNational Security
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Responsibilities

Design and develop fuel storage, transfer, and venting systems to support high-performance, long-endurance UAVs
Perform fluid and thermal analysis to optimize flow efficiency, pressure regulation, and system mass
Support integration of fuel systems with propulsion, avionics, and thermal management teams
Conduct CFD simulations, bench-level testing, and validation of pumps, valves, sensors, and tanks
Generate design documentation, system schematics, and verification plans to support engineering reviews and flight test readiness
Assist in supplier coordination, component selection, and qualification testing
Troubleshoot fuel system issues during prototype builds and flight test campaigns
Contribute to the development of system architecture and help mature design standards across new programs

Qualification

Fuel systems designFluid analysisCFD simulationsANSYS FluentMATLAB/SimulinkAerospace standardsTroubleshootingPrototype testingCAD designCollaboration skillsCommunication skills

Required

B.S. or M.S. in Aerospace, Mechanical, or related engineering discipline
4–7 years of experience in fuel or fluid systems design, analysis, or integration
Working knowledge of CFD and thermal/fluid simulation tools (ANSYS Fluent, OpenFOAM, MATLAB/Simulink)
Experience with pumps, valves, and sensors for fuel or hydraulic systems
Familiarity with aerospace environmental and certification standards (e.g., DO-160, MIL-STD-810)
Excellent communication and collaboration skills in fast-paced, cross-functional environments
U.S. Citizenship required

Preferred

Experience supporting UAV, fighter, or propulsion system integration
Hands-on experience with prototype build, test, and troubleshooting
Familiarity with CATIA, NX, or SolidWorks for CAD design and modeling
Exposure to mission endurance optimization and energy management strategies

Benefits

Bonus
Benefits
Equity
Temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)

Company

Shield AI

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Shield AI is a deep-tech company that focuses on developing AI-powered systems to enhance the safety of service members and civilians.
dateFounded in 2015
location
San Diego, California, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
http://www.shield.ai

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$1.31B
Key Investors
Hercules CapitalUS Innovative Technology FundSnowpoint Ventures
2025-03-06Series F· $240M
2023-12-29Debt Financing· $200M
2023-10-31Series F· $300M

Leadership Team

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Gary Steele
Chief Executive Officer
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Brandon Tseng
Co-Founder
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Recent News

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2025-12-22
Fortune
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2025-12-21
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