Shield AI · 4 days ago
Mission Systems Engineering Fall 2026 Co-op (Beginning June 2026) (R4071)
San Diego, TX
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$35/hr - $55/hr
Start in 2026 SummerShield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company focused on protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. They are seeking a Mission Systems Engineering Co-op to support the integration of avionics, sensors, and mission payloads onto their V-BAT aircraft, providing students with hands-on experience in aerospace hardware development and testing.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesDronesMachine LearningNational Security
Responsibilities
Lead and assist in the full product lifecycle (integration and testing) of avionics, sensors, radios, and mission payloads on V-BAT aircraft
Lead rapid prototyping and 0→1 development efforts for new mission capabilities
Support debug electrical, networking, and software-integration issues under the mentorship of senior engineers
Build improvements to automate flight logs and test data analysis using Python, MATLAB, or similar tools
Create schematics, wiring diagrams, system architecture, interface documentation, and test procedures
Present in design reviews and collaborate with mechanical, electrical, software, and flight test teams
Qualification
Required
Background in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related hardware disciplines
Demonstrated cross-functional experience (e.g., mechanical or electrical engineers with some exposure to software tools, or software students with hands-on hardware experience)
Familiarity with system integration, basic prototyping, and interpreting engineering documentation (e.g., schematics, wiring diagrams, or CAD)
Strong problem-solving abilities and a hands-on, iterative approach to engineering tasks
Preferred
Experience with Python, MATLAB, or scripting for data analysis or test automation
Familiarity with embedded systems, firmware, or data interfaces
Exposure to mechanical or electrical CAD tools
Strong Communication Skills And Experience Working In Multidisciplinary Teams
Benefits
Housing stipend provided, amount based on location
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
Company
Shield AI
Shield AI is a deep-tech company that focuses on developing AI-powered systems to enhance the safety of service members and civilians.
Founded in 2015
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.31BKey Investors
Hercules CapitalUS Innovative Technology FundSnowpoint Ventures
2025-03-06Series F· $240M
2023-12-29Debt Financing· $200M
2023-10-31Series F· $300M
Leadership Team
Gary Steele
Chief Executive Officer
Brandon Tseng
Co-Founder
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