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Shield AI

Mechanical Engineer II, Systems Integration (R5344)

United States$88k–$130kfull time employeemidAdded yesterday

About this role

Shield AI seeks a Mechanical Engineer II to lead the design, installation, and integration of aircraft systems and components for autonomous defense platforms. You'll collaborate across engineering disciplines to ensure hardware solutions are manufacturable, maintainable, and reliable while solving complex multidisciplinary integration challenges.

What you'll do

  • Design and engineer aircraft system installations and component integrations independently
  • Collaborate with structures, avionics, propulsion, and manufacturing teams on integration solutions
  • Support development and installation of complete subsystems for V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft
  • Ensure designs meet manufacturability, maintainability, and reliability requirements
  • Manage hardware installation processes and oversee integration testing
  • Document designs and support production-ready implementation

What they're looking for

  • Aircraft systems design and integration
  • Mechanical CAD and 3D modeling
  • Subsystem installation engineering
  • Multidisciplinary collaboration and communication
  • Manufacturing and producibility knowledge
  • Systems engineering principles
  • Problem-solving for complex integration challenges
  • Technical documentation and design specification

Benefits

  • Work on cutting-edge autonomous defense technology
  • Venture-backed growth company with global presence
  • Ownership of end-to-end integration projects
  • Collaborative engineering environment
  • Mission-driven work protecting service members and civilians
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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.

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Likely interview questions

  • Describe your experience designing aircraft hardware installations—what was the most complex integration challenge you solved?
  • How do you approach balancing competing requirements from structures, avionics, and manufacturing teams?
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