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Staff Engineer, Electromechanical (R6043)

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Designs and integrates electromechanical avionics systems for next-generation aircraft, performing structural and thermal analyses and ensuring compliance with aerospace standards from concept through flight-test readiness.

About this role

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, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. 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.

Job Description:

Shield AI is redefining autonomous aviation with cutting-edge AI and GPS/RF-denied navigation technologies. Now, we’re building a next-generation aircraft like no other—one that will push the boundaries of innovation and performance.

We are looking for a Staff Electromechanical Engineer to join our team, focused on the design and integration of avionics systems and driving designs from concept to production. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, excel in cross-functional collaboration, and are passionate about building high-performance avionics systems, we want to hear from you.

What you'll do:

  • Design complex electromechanical 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 and design reviews through system validation, failure analysis, and flight-test readiness

    • Required qualifications:

  • B.S. and/or M.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
  • 8+ years of experience in mechanical and electrical equipment design for aerospace, including harness integration and mechanical component design
  • Expertise in CAD software such as NX, SolidWorks, CATIA, or similar tools for 3D modeling, drawing creation, and system layout
  • Experience collaborating with electrical engineers to define PCB constraints, develop circuit cards, and manage all mechanical interfaces
  • Familiarity with the PCB layout process and advanced manufacturing methods
  • Familiarity with eCAD software such as Altium, Cadence, or Allegro and harness design software such as Capital or Zuken
  • Experience with finite element analysis, thermal analysis, and fatigue or lifecycle testing
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile development environment with evolving priorities
  • Ability to obtain an S//SAR-level security clearance is desired

    • Skills

    AllegroAltiumCadenceCapitalCATIADO-160DO-178CDO-254EMI/EMC ComplianceFatigue TestingFinite Element AnalysisHarness IntegrationLifecycle TestingMIL-STD-461MIL-STD-810NxPCB LayoutSolidWorksThermal AnalysisZuken

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