Senior Technician, Production Test (R5346)

Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software and V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.

The Production Test Technician 3 performs production acceptance testing, troubleshooting, maintenance, modification, and repair of aircraft systems during the aircraft manufacturing process. This position supports aircraft build, system integration, and verification activities to ensure aircraft are fully functional, compliant with engineering and quality requirements, and ready for ground operations, customer acceptance, and flight. The technician works closely with Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering to identify and resolve discrepancies while maintaining production schedules and safety standards.

Perform testing, troubleshooting, removal, installation, modification, and maintenance of aerospace systems including, but not limited to:

Fuel systems

Hydraulic systems

Environmental Control Systems (ECS)

Flight controls

Propulsion systems

Landing gear

Communications, Navigation, and Identification (CNI) systems

Ground Support Equipment (GSE)

Operate ground support equipment and perform vehicle systems checkout.

Perform pre- and post-use inspections and service fuel, lubrication, cooling, and other required fluids.

Read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, technical manuals, and written or verbal work instructions.

Fabricate and assemble fixtures and components as required.

Execute testing in accordance with procedures and direction provided by senior technicians and engineering staff.

Conduct testing using prescribed methods, sequences, setups, and procedures while accurately documenting and reporting test results.

Apply materials, appliqués, coatings, decals, primer, and paint as required.

Adhere to all safety requirements, PPE standards, and company policies.

Work effectively in production, maintenance, repair, and flight test environments while supporting schedule and quality objectives.

Perform work in confined spaces, elevated work areas, and physically demanding positions including bending, kneeling, crawling, climbing ladders, twisting, and overhead work.

Communicate effectively in high-noise environments.

Work a flexible schedule that may include extended shifts, weekends, holidays, and occasional travel (up to 25%).

High School Diploma or GED.

Minimum 6 years of aerospace, aircraft maintenance, flight test, or other industry-related experience.

Experience in one or more of the following:

Aircraft electrical systems

Aircraft systems

Aircraft structures

Flight line operations

Experience with avionics or electronic systems.

Experience building and repairing wire harnesses.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.

Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality and safety.

Ability to work independently with limited supervision while collaborating effectively within a team environment.

U.S. Citizenship required.

Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance and associated program access.

Active Secret Security Clearance.

Associate degree, technical certification, or advanced education in avionics, electronics, or a related technical field.

Developmental or operational flight test experience.

Experience performing systems testing and troubleshooting in a manufacturing environment.

Experience with Configuration Management and/or Mission Assurance processes.

Experience with Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) and Foreign Object Damage (FOD) control practices.

Experience handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and Communications Security (COMSEC) materials.