Senior Staff Engineer, Electromechanical (R4583)

Shield 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. We are looking for a Senior 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.

Responsibilities

Design complex electro-mechanical 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 to reviews through system validation, failure analysis, and flight test readiness.

Requirements

B.S. and/or MS in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering; 10+ years of experience in mechanical & electrical equipment design for aerospace, including harness integration and mechanical component design; Expertise in CAD software (NX, SolidWorks, CATIA, or similar) for 3D modeling, drawing creation, and system layout; Familiarity with eCAD software (Altium, Cadence, Allegro), and harness design software (Capital, Zuken); Experience working with electrical engineers to define PCB constraints, develop circuit cards, and care for all the mechanical interfaces; Familiarity with the PCB layout process and advanced manufacturing methods; Experience with finite element analysis (FEA), thermal analysis, and fatigue/lifecycle testing; Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile development environment with evolving priorities

Nice to have

Ability to obtain a S//SAR level security clearance desired.

Benefits

Bonus; Benefits; Equity