Design and integrate electromechanical avionics systems from concept through production and flight-test readiness. Responsibilities include avionics packaging, electrical interconnects, thermal management, aircraft integration, structural and modal analysis, environmental and EMI/EMC compliance, design reviews, system validation, and failure analysis. The role collaborates with electrical engineers on PCB constraints, circuit cards, mechanical interfaces, harnesses, and advanced manufacturing methods.
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.
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
Full-time regular employee offer package:
Pay within range listed + Bonus + Benefits + Equity
Temporary employee offer package:
Pay within range listed above + temporary benefits package (applicable after 60 days of employment)
Salary compensation is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and specific work location. All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check. Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits. Please speak to your talent acquisition representative for more information.
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