Shield AI · 2 weeks ago
Senior Mechanical Engineer, Hardware Test (R4325)
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$112K/yr - $169K/yr
5+ years expShield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company focused on protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. They are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead the design, development, and testing of Flight Hardware for their next generation unmanned aircraft systems, ensuring robustness and reliability in military environments.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesDronesMachine LearningNational Security
Responsibilities
Own requirements gathering, design, analysis, and build of mechanical and structural systems
Oversee prototyping, testing, and validation of structural designs to meet military and aviation standards
Create detailed CAD models, drawings, and specifications for manufacturing and assembly
Design structural and electromechanical test stands and test fixtures that interface with aircraft, engines, electric motors, circuit boards, and various other aeronautical components
Conduct structural, thermal, and fatigue analysis to ensure durability and reliability of hardware in field environments
Contribute to and attend cross-functional design reviews. Advocate for design changes that result in simpler testing processes
Work with suppliers and manufacturing partners to ensure cost-effective production and sustainment of test systems
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related STEM field
5+ years of experience in mechanical design for aerospace, ground support equipment, or heavy industrial systems
Mastery of fundamental engineering concepts, including Mech E, Programming, Physics, and Mathematics
Expertise in CAD software (SolidWorks, CATIA, NX, or similar) for 3D modeling, drawing creation, and system layout
Strong background in structural analysis, material selection, and manufacturing processes for ruggedized systems
Experience designing aerospace support or civil support equipment
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
Record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others
Preferred
Experience designing UAS or large aerospace grade structures
Ability to rapidly manufacture your designs in a machine shop
Experience designing facilities systems and owning large scale projects from start to finish
Knowledge of hydraulics, structural analysis, and Nondestructive (NDE/NDT) aerospace applications
Benefits
Bonus
Benefits
Equity
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.
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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