Shield AI · 17 hours ago
Senior Structural Analyst (R3263)
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$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. The Senior Structural Analyst will support the structural analysis and testing of advanced UAVs, contributing to the analysis, validation, and optimization of lightweight, high-performance aircraft structures.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Autonomous VehiclesDronesMachine LearningNational Security
Responsibilities
Build and refine finite element models (FEM) to evaluate structural performance of UAV components and subassemblies
Perform static, modal, fatigue, and vibration analyses to assess stress, deformation, and durability
Conduct hand calculations to validate FEA results and support design decisions
Partner with design engineers to optimize structures for weight, strength, and manufacturability
Support development and execution of structural test plans, including quasi-static, vibration, and shock testing
Analyze structural test data and flight telemetry to correlate analysis predictions with real-world performance
Assist in defining load cases, material properties, and design margins
Prepare and present structural analysis reports to cross-functional engineering teams
Contribute to improving analysis workflows, tools, and documentation
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
5+ years of experience in structural analysis, FEA, or aerospace structures
Experience with FEA tools (ANSYS, NASTRAN, HyperWorks, or similar)
Strong hand-calculation skills for strength, stability, and fatigue
Working knowledge of composite materials and lightweight structures
Familiarity with structural testing methods
Proficiency with data analysis tools (Excel, MATLAB, Python, or similar)
Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate in a team-based environment
Preferred
Master's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
Experience with UAVs, aircraft structures, or aerospace testing programs
Exposure to CAD (NX, SolidWorks) and PLM tools
Familiarity with aerospace standards and structural certification concepts
Benefits
Bonus
Benefits
Equity
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
Recent News
Washington Technology
2026-01-11
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