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Shield AI · 10 hours ago

Staff Electromechanical Engineer (R4211)

San Diego, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff

$137K/yr - $205K/yr

8+ years exp

Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company focused on protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. They are looking for a Staff Electromechanical Engineer to design and integrate avionics systems, driving designs from concept to production in a fast-paced environment.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesDronesMachine LearningNational Security

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Design complex electro-mechanical solutions for avionics packaging, electrical interconnects, thermal management, and aircraft integration

Perform structural, preliminary thermal, and modal analyses for avionics to ensure survivability in harsh environments

Ensure avionics meet performance, safety, environmental, and EMI/EMC compliance standards, including DO-160, DO-254, DO-178C, MIL-STD-810, and MIL-STD-461

Own your design work from concept to reviews through system validation, failure analysis, and flight test readiness

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringCAD SoftwareFinite Element AnalysisThermal AnalysisUAV ExperienceAgile DevelopmentEnvironmental Testing

Required

B.S. in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering

8+ years of experience in mechanical & electrical equipment design for aerospace, including harness integration and mechanical component design

Expertise in CAD software (NX, SolidWorks, CATIA, or similar) for 3D modeling, drawing creation, and system layout. Familiarity with eCAD software (Altium, Cadence, Allegro), and harness design software (Capital, Zuken)

Experience working with electrical engineers to define PCB constraints, develop circuit cards, and care for all the mechanical interfaces

Familiarity with the PCB layout process and advanced manufacturing methods

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