Shield AI
Engineer II, Propulsion - Engine Performance (R5907)
About this role
Shield AI seeks a Propulsion Performance Engineer to own engine calibration and performance tuning for reciprocating engines powering the V-BAT aircraft platform. You'll drive test plans, ECU tuning, and performance analysis from bench testing through flight validation, taking technical ownership of engine behavior across its full operating range.
What you'll do
- Own engine calibration strategy and ECU tuning for reciprocating engines on V-BAT platform
- Develop and execute engine testing plans on test stands and during flight test
- Analyze engine performance data to optimize torque, power, speed, and fuel efficiency
- Collaborate with senior propulsion engineers to validate calibration decisions
- Manage engine hardware integration with electronic fuel injection and control systems
- Drive performance optimization across the full engine operating envelope
What they're looking for
- Reciprocating engine design and performance
- Engine control unit (ECU) calibration and tuning
- Electronic fuel injection systems
- Engine testing and dynamometer operation
- Data analysis and performance optimization
- Two-stroke or four-stroke engine experience
- Flight test coordination
- Technical documentation and reporting
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Shield AI
Shield AI develops autonomous defense aircraft platforms, including systems like the V-BAT, requiring sophisticated hardware integration and testing. The company is hiring mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, and supplier development specialists to design aircraft systems, develop test solutions, and manage aerospace supply chains.
View all jobs at Shield AILikely interview questions
- Walk us through your hands-on experience with reciprocating engine calibration—what platforms or applications have you worked on?
- How have you approached optimizing fuel efficiency while maintaining power and torque targets in an engine you've tuned?