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Shield AI · Seattle, Washington, United States +1
On-siteLead / staff$200K – $300K a yearEngineeringShield AI is pioneering the development of AI-powered autonomous aircraft for national defense, pushing the boundaries of aerospace innovation. Our next gen UAS is a next-generation, high-endurance unmanned system designed for deployment in complex, contested environments.
Staff Engineer, Software Test (R4784)
7 months agoShield AI · Seattle, Washington, United States +1
On-siteFull-timeLead / staff$150K – $220K a yearEngineeringWe are seeking an experienced Staff Test Engineer to support the development, integration, and validation of XBat flight critical software systems. This role is responsible for designing and executing test strategies across hardware, software, and system-level components to…
Shield AI · Seattle, Washington, United States +2
On-siteFull-timeSenior$150K – $250K a yearEngineeringWe are seeking a highly motivated Ground System Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain software systems for the X-BAT Platform. This role focuses on building robust ground control stations, mission planning tools, communication interfaces, and infrastructure that…
Hardware Reliability Lab Engineer II (R5142)
7 months agoShield AI · Seattle, Washington, United States +1
On-siteFull-timeMid level$81.5K – $137.5K a yearEngineeringAs a Hardware Reliability Engineer (Engineer II) at Shield AI, you will support efforts to ensure the robustness and long-term performance of our VBAT flight hardware. You’ll work closely with design, manufacturing, and supplier teams to help implement design-for-reliability…
Shield AI · Seattle, Washington, United States +1
On-siteFull-timeLead / staff$160K – $240K a yearEngineeringShield AI is pioneering the development of AI-powered autonomous aircraft for national defense, pushing the boundaries of aerospace innovation. Our next gen UAS is a next-generation, high-endurance unmanned system designed for deployment in complex, contested environments.
Manager, Software - Perception (R3770)
7 months agoShield AI · Washington, District of Columbia, United States +3
On-siteFull-timeManager$220.4K – $330.7K a yearEngineeringMultidisciplinary Team Leadership – Lead teams across autonomy, integration, and testing by aligning technical efforts, resolving cross-functional challenges, and driving mission-focused execution. Balance hands-on technical oversight with performance optimization, innovation,…
Shield AI · Seattle, Washington, United States +1
On-siteFull-timeLead / staff$166K – $300K a yearEngineeringShield AI is seeking a Staff Harness Design Engineer with deep expertise in harness design to support the development of our next-generation autonomous UAV platform. In this high-ownership role, you will lead the architecture, design, and development of precision wire harnesses…
Senior Staff Engineer, Electromechanical (R4583)
7 months agoShield AI · Seattle, Washington, United States +2
On-siteFull-timeLead / staff$200K – $300K a yearEngineeringShield 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.
Senior Staff Technical Program Manager (R5619)
7 months agoShield AI · Seattle, Washington, United States +2
On-siteFull-timeLead / staff$180K – $270K a yearOperationsWe are looking for an exceptional Technical Program Manager to guide and manage our next-generation autonomous aircraft conceptual design and tradespace analysis effort. You will be responsible for setting objectives based on customer provide use cases, developing metrics for…
Shield AI · Seattle, Washington, United States +1
On-siteFull-timeLead / staff$180K – $280K a yearOperationsWe are seeking an experienced Propulsion Technical Program Manager to help drive execution across the Shield AI X-BAT propulsion team. This role partners closely with propulsion engineers and technicians to coordinate development activities across engine hardware, fuel systems,…
Supplier Development Engineer - Mechanical
7 months agoShield AI · Dallas, Texas, United States +3
On-siteFull-timeSenior$110K – $170K a yearEngineeringWe are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Supplier Development Engineer to join Shield AI, focusing on machined parts. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in supplier development, quality engineering, production process improvement, and supply chain management…
Senior Materials Planner (R4622)
7 months agoShield AI · Seattle, Washington, United States +1
On-siteFull-timeSenior$78K – $118K a yearOperationsShield AI is seeking a Material Planner to manage material requirements planning (MRP), with a focus on ad hoc independent demand loaded into the ERP system. This role will validate material requests, maintain accurate requirements, and coordinate with requestors and Supply…
Senior Propulsion Technician (R4638)
7 months agoShield AI · Seattle, Washington, United States +1
On-siteFull-timeSenior$33.00 – $50.00 an hourTrades & logisticsWe are seeking a highly skilled Propulsion Technician to join our X-BAT Propulsion Engineering team, specializing in UAV propulsion systems. In this role, you will be responsible for the assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and maintenance of low-bypass turbofan engines in both…
Senior Propulsion Test Engineer (R4639)
7 months agoShield AI · Seattle, Washington, United States +1
On-siteFull-timeSenior$130K – $200K a yearEngineeringWe are seeking a Senior Propulsion Test Engineer to lead the planning and execution of propulsion test campaigns for the X-BAT platform. This role is responsible for end-to-end ownership of propulsion test activities—from test architecture and test stand design through…
Shield AI · Seattle, Washington, United States +3
On-siteFull-timeLead / staff$150K – $220K a yearEngineeringAs the Battery system mechanical lead, you will be responsible for all mechanical aspects of battery systems for X-BAT, the Launch and Recovery Vehicle, and ground equipment. This includes battery enclosure design, internal cell packaging and interconnection, qualification,…
Power System – High-Voltage Test Engineer II – Electric Powertrain & Battery Systems (R4728)
9 months agoShield AI · Seattle, Washington, United States +1
On-siteFull-timeMid level$116.4K – $174.5K a yearEngineeringWe are growing the Avionics Engineering team to support the development of the X-BAT aircraft. Our team is designing a flight-critical, custom avionics system supporting communications, compute, AI, power, telemetry and other essential aircraft systems.
Senior Staff Engineer, Mechanical Test (R4413)
9 months agoShield AI · Seattle, Washington, United States +1
On-siteFull-timeLead / staff$200K – $300K a yearEngineeringDo you enjoy working in a dynamic lab environment and being part of a design team that will impact the safety of service members and civilians? If so, we want your help designing the next generation aircraft at Shield AI. The Mechanical Test team’s mission is to inform Shield…
Shield AI · Seattle, Washington, United States +1
On-siteFull-timeManager$220K – $330K a yearEngineeringLead the team responsible for the architecture and design for all mechanical, thermal, and EWIS elements of ground and flight avionics on the X-BAT program; Take ownership of a small team of thermal, mechanical, and EWIS engineers, establish leads and sub-managers, and grow the…
Staff Engineering Specialist, Avionics (R5109)
10 months agoShield AI · Seattle, Washington, United States +1
On-siteFull-timeLead / staff$33.00 – $50.00 an hourEngineeringWe are growing the Avionics Engineering team to support development of the X-BAT aircraft. Our team is designing a flight critical, custom avionics system to support communications, compute, AI, power, telemetry, and all other needed aircraft systems.
Power Electronics - Electrical Engineer I
11 months agoShield AI · Seattle, Washington, United States +4
On-siteEntry level$81.5K – $122.2K a yearEngineeringShield AI is redefining autonomous aviation with cutting-edge AI and GPS/RF-denied navigation technologies. Now, we’re building our next-generation aircraft, XBAT, like no other—one that will push the boundaries of innovation and performance.
Updated 07 Nov 2026 10:21 UTC from the OptiTalent job library.