Senior Mechanical Design Engineer at Shield AI | Dallas, Texas

Join Our Mission at Shield AI!Are you a creative and driven Mechanical Design Engineer keen to contribute to cutting-edge AI and aircraft technology? At Shield AI, we are passionate about making a positive impact by developing intelligent systems that protect service members and civilians alike.As a Senior Mechanical Design Engineer, you will play a vital role in the mechanical design and development of our autonomous UAV products. Your responsibilities will include designing and refining complex electro-mechanical assemblies, collaborating with teams to prototype and test innovative solutions, and ensuring that our products meet stringent performance, schedule, and reliability standards.

Join Our Team as a Senior Propulsion Design Engineer!At Shield AI, we are dedicated to safeguarding service members and civilians through innovative technology. We are currently looking for an experienced Senior Propulsion Design Engineer to enhance the propulsion systems for our cutting-edge X-BAT UAV, which utilizes a low-bypass turbofan engine. This position encompasses the entire lifecycle of propulsion components—from conceptual design and layout to production, testing, and operational support.As a vital member of our team, you will be instrumental in transforming propulsion architecture into manufacturable, testable, and flight-ready hardware, covering engine, fuel, oil, and bleed air systems. This hands-on role demands attention to detail and extensive collaboration with propulsion REs, technicians, machinists, production, controls, airframe, and flight test teams.

Job Overview:Join Shield AI as a Senior Propulsion Engineer, taking on the role of Responsible Engineer (RE) for a key propulsion subsystem within the cutting-edge X-BAT platform. This next-generation UAV operates using a low-bypass turbofan engine, and your expertise will be critical in overseeing the entire lifecycle of propulsion hardware—from requirements and architecture to design, build, testing, flight performance validation, and operational support.In this hands-on, analysis-intensive position, you'll be the primary technical liaison for your assigned subsystem, which could include engine modules, fuel delivery systems, oil systems, bleed air, valves, and actuation. Your role will ensure peak performance, seamless integration with both the engine and vehicle, and adaptability to a broad spectrum of operational demands. Collaboration will be key, as you'll engage with cross-functional teams including design, fluids, controls, airframe, manufacturing, flight testing, and mission teams to drive success.

About Shield AI:Established in 2015, Shield AI is a pioneering venture-backed deep-tech company dedicated to safeguarding service members and civilians through innovative intelligent systems. Our cutting-edge products, including the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, as well as the Hivemind Enterprise and Hivemind Vision product lines, are designed to support operations globally from our offices and facilities in the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific. To learn more, visit www.shield.ai. Connect with us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.Job Overview:Join Shield AI as a Mechanical Engineer II specializing in Harness Design. In this influential role, you will be responsible for the design and development of intricate wire harnesses and cable assemblies that serve as the nervous system of our next-generation autonomous UAV platform. Your extensive knowledge and expertise in harness design will not only support our mission but also be pivotal in ensuring the reliability, precision, and performance of our technologies in high-stakes environments where failure is not an option.If you are enthusiastic about advancing aerospace technology and aspire to create systems that significantly impact the world, this is your opportunity to leave a lasting mark—both on the ground and in the skies.

Join Shield AI as an Aerostructures Design Engineer II!At Shield AI, we are on a mission to safeguard service members and civilians through cutting-edge intelligent systems. Founded in 2015, our venture-backed deep-tech company has grown to develop revolutionary products like the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, along with the Hivemind Enterprise and Hivemind Vision product lines. With a global presence across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, our technology supports critical operations worldwide.As an Aerostructures Design Engineer II, you will play a pivotal role in the creation of innovative structural components for our next-generation autonomous aircraft. Collaborating within the Mechanical Engineering team, you will transition from initial concepts to production-ready hardware, ensuring structural integrity, manufacturability, and mission readiness. This dynamic role is tailored to your experience level and offers the chance to work in a fast-paced environment where your contributions will have a meaningful impact.

Join Shield AI, a pioneering venture-backed deep-tech company founded in 2015, dedicated to safeguarding service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Our innovative products, which include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and Hivemind Vision product lines, have made a significant impact in global operations. With locations across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, we are at the forefront of cutting-edge technology and operational excellence. For more details, visit us at www.shield.ai. Connect with Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube. Job Description:As a Staff Engineer specializing in Tool Design, you will leverage over 7 years of experience in developing production tooling for intricate aerospace systems. This pivotal role encompasses the entire tooling lifecycle—from concept and design to analysis, release, fabrication, and prove-out—ensuring safe, repeatable, and first-time-right assembly. You will collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, and Safety teams to deliver robust tooling solutions that support pilot builds and transition seamlessly to rate production.

Join Shield AI as a Senior Manufacturing Engineer!We are looking for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to play a crucial role in the fabrication and assembly of cutting-edge composite airframes for next-generation aircraft. This position is essential for the development of prototypes, designing assembly tools and fixtures, as well as optimizing manufacturing processes to ensure the efficient production of high-performance aircraft structures. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in airframe fabrication and assembly.

Join Our Innovative Team as a Senior Electrical Engineer!At Shield AI, a pioneering deep-tech company founded in 2015, our mission is to safeguard service members and civilians through cutting-edge intelligent systems. Our diverse product offerings, including the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and Hivemind Vision, reflect our commitment to technological advancement. With offices spanning the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, our solutions are actively deployed in operations globally.About the Role:We are expanding our Avionics Engineering team to enhance the development of the X-BAT aircraft and its launch/recovery vehicle. You will be responsible for designing a critical avionics system that ensures seamless communication, computing, AI integration, power management, telemetry, and all other essential aircraft systems.As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you will take ownership of significant aspects of the flight-critical system design and collaborate with cross-functional teams to bring our innovative solutions to fruition.

Job Description: At Shield AI, we're revolutionizing autonomous aviation with our pioneering AI and GPS/RF-denied navigation technologies. We are on a mission to develop a state-of-the-art aircraft that will redefine the limits of innovation and performance.We are looking for a talented Communications Systems Engineer to spearhead the design, integration, and optimization of cutting-edge communication systems for our next-generation autonomous aircraft.This pivotal role involves overseeing mission-critical data links, encryption, and secure communications, ensuring flawless interoperability between airborne systems, sensors, ground stations, and satellites. You will collaborate with experts in sensor fusion, RF systems, SATCOM, and AI-driven data processing to create an aircraft that excels in contested environments with minimal latency and maximum reliability.

Established in 2015, Shield AI is an innovative, venture-backed technology firm dedicated to safeguarding service members and civilians through the use of advanced intelligent systems. Our flagship products include the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, as well as the Hivemind Enterprise and Hivemind Vision series. With a global presence spanning across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI's cutting-edge technology is crucial for operations worldwide. To discover more about us, visit www.shield.ai. Connect with Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.The Applications team within Software Integration & Operations is responsible for developing internal tools that drive Shield AI’s essential operations across Production, Customer Success, Supply Chain, and Engineering. Our diverse portfolio includes over-the-air (OTA) update systems, simulation training platforms, fleet sustainment software, and enterprise applications that facilitate aircraft manufacturing.We are rapidly expanding and are in search of a Full-Stack Software Engineer to design, develop, and deploy robust applications that directly enhance manufacturing, operational planning, and execution, all within a Foundry-integrated ecosystem.If you thrive in dynamic environments, enjoy tackling intricate problems using modern software, and aspire to see your code make an immediate impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Join Our Team as a Senior Propulsion Test Engineer!At Shield AI, we are dedicated to safeguarding service members and civilians through innovative technology. Established in 2015, our deep-tech company specializes in the development of intelligent systems, including the cutting-edge V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, as well as the Hivemind Enterprise and Vision product lines. With a global presence spanning the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, our solutions are integral to operations around the world. Learn more at www.shield.ai and connect with us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.We are looking for a Senior Propulsion Test Engineer to spearhead the planning and execution of propulsion test campaigns for our X-BAT platform. This role entails comprehensive responsibility for propulsion test activities, encompassing test architecture, test stand design, execution, data analysis, and iteration—all supporting a low-bypass turbofan-powered Group 5 UAV.As the primary point of contact for propulsion testing, you will ensure that test results accurately depict engine and subsystem performance, mitigate integration risks, and guide flight readiness decisions. This position is hands-on, data-driven, and highly collaborative, requiring close cooperation with propulsion engineers, design engineers, technicians, control teams, airframe specialists, and flight test groups.

Join Shield AI as a Supplier Development Engineer, where you will play a pivotal role in advancing our innovative technologies designed to safeguard both service members and civilians. Our solutions, including the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, as well as the Hivemind product lines, are at the forefront of intelligent systems. We are looking for a passionate professional with expertise in mechanical components such as composites, 3D printed parts, injection molded items, and machined components. You will be instrumental in optimizing supplier performance, addressing challenges that affect quality, timely delivery, and scalability, while supporting the integration of suppliers into new designs. Your contributions will help us fulfill our mission of delivering affordable and autonomous systems at scale.

Join Shield AI as a Senior NPI Manufacturing Engineer and be part of a groundbreaking mission to safeguard service members and civilians through innovative technology. Founded in 2015, Shield AI is a venture-backed deep-tech company that develops advanced systems, including the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and Hivemind Vision product lines. Our global presence spans offices and facilities throughout the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, enabling us to support operations worldwide. Explore more at www.shield.ai. Connect with us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.Position Overview:The Senior NPI Manufacturing Engineer will utilize over 7 years of industry experience to establish efficient manufacturing sequences, develop standardized work practices, and design ergonomic workstations for aerospace assemblies. This pivotal role will enhance production stability during initial builds and accelerate operational rates by creating repeatable processes, reducing waste, and improving product quality.

Join Shield AI as a Staff Engineer, Manufacturing Equipment, where you will play a pivotal role in enhancing our cutting-edge manufacturing processes. As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for the design, implementation, and maintenance of complex manufacturing equipment, ensuring that we continue to innovate and lead in the industry.Your expertise will directly impact production efficiency and product quality, making your contributions vital to our success. We are seeking a highly motivated engineer with a passion for technology and a commitment to excellence.

Shield AI is on the lookout for a Principal Fuel Systems Engineer to spearhead the architecture, development, and validation of cutting-edge fuel systems for our advanced AI-powered aircraft. In this key role, you will oversee the entire lifecycle of fuel system design—from initial concept to flight testing—while providing mentorship to peers and championing technical excellence across our expanding fleet of air vehicles.You will face significant challenges, such as facilitating efficient long-endurance flight, optimizing aircraft center of gravity, and developing robust, certifiable systems that operate impeccably under extreme conditions.While on-site or hybrid work is preferred, we are open to considering remote arrangements for exceptionally qualified candidates, requiring up to 25% travel.

Join Shield AI as a Staff Hardware Reliability EngineerAt Shield AI, we are on a mission to safeguard both service members and civilians through cutting-edge intelligent systems. As a Hardware Reliability Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the durability and long-term performance of our VBAT flight hardware. Collaborating closely with design, manufacturing, and supply chain teams, you will implement best practices in design-for-reliability and conduct thorough reliability verification from initial concept to full-scale production.Your responsibilities will include leading environmental and stress testing initiatives such as temperature cycling, vibration tests, HALT, and HASS. You will also conduct failure analysis, materials characterization, and root cause investigations for manufacturing non-conformances and field returns. Your expertise will contribute to design reviews, FMEA activities, and influence material selection and manufacturing requirements. Analyzing test and field data using reliability modeling tools, you will help develop corrective actions and process improvements that enhance hardware reliability across the program.

Join Shield AI as a Hardware Reliability Engineer II, where your expertise will help ensure the durability and sustained performance of our cutting-edge VBAT flight hardware. Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and supplier teams to adopt best practices for design-for-reliability.In this dynamic role, you will drive environmental and stress testing initiatives, support in-depth failure analysis, and analyze test and field data to uncover potential reliability risks. Your contributions will be essential in design reviews, FMEA activities, and root cause investigations for both manufacturing and field challenges, ultimately enhancing hardware reliability throughout our program.

Shield AI is on the lookout for a seasoned CNC Programmer/Machinist (Level 4) to significantly contribute to the development of cutting-edge autonomous aerospace systems. This role exists at the confluence of engineering and manufacturing, facilitating swift hardware iteration by converting intricate digital designs into precision-machined components—often within tight deadlines and adapting to changing requirements. In our dynamic prototype machining environment, you will collaborate closely with design, manufacturing, and testing engineers to realize early-stage concepts. Unlike conventional production roles, this position prioritizes adaptability, creativity, and speed. You will frequently machine one-of-a-kind parts, enhance processes in real time, and provide hands-on feedback alongside Design for Manufacturability (DFM) insights to inform design decisions. To excel in this role, you must possess profound technical knowledge in multi-axis CNC machining, coupled with the discernment to balance precision, efficiency, and urgency. You will be responsible for independently managing intricate projects from programming through to final inspection while adeptly navigating shifting priorities and incomplete data. The ability to solve problems on the fly—whether it involves addressing tolerance challenges, optimizing toolpaths, or developing rapid fixturing—is vital. This position also entails a leadership aspect. As a Level 4 machinist, you will help establish the standard for technical excellence on the shop floor, mentor junior team members, and assist in creating scalable prototype machining processes that enable rapid product development. Your contributions will have a direct impact on the speed, quality, and success of our innovative projects.

Join Shield AI, a pioneering deep-tech company founded in 2015, dedicated to safeguarding service members and civilians through cutting-edge intelligent systems. Our innovative products, including the V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, Hivemind Enterprise, and Hivemind Vision lines, are utilized in operations worldwide. With a presence across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific, we are at the forefront of technological advancement. Discover more about our mission at www.shield.ai. Stay connected with us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.Position Overview:We are on the lookout for a talented Staff Fuel Systems Engineer to lead the design, analysis, and integration of advanced fuel systems for our next-generation autonomous aircraft. You will play a critical role in developing innovative fuel storage, transfer, and distribution systems that enhance endurance, efficiency, and reliability in demanding operational conditions.This position is perfect for engineers who are enthusiastic about taking ownership of complex subsystems, collaborating across diverse teams, and evolving into a technical leader at the nexus of autonomy, flight science, and fluid systems.

Role Overview Shield AI is hiring a Senior Manager of Training in Dallas, Texas. This position leads the design and execution of training strategies that help teams build skills and adapt to changing needs. The Senior Manager works closely with company leadership to create and deliver training programs that support Shield AI’s mission and long-term objectives. What You Will Do Develop and refine training programs to support team growth and performance Collaborate with leaders across the company to align training with strategic goals Ensure employees are equipped to innovate and succeed as Shield AI evolves Location This role is based in Dallas, Texas.