2027 June Co-op - Hardware Test - #6426

The role

As a co-op on the Hardware Test Engineering team, you will design and build mechanical fixtures, mounts and enclosures for test stands. You will work with precision measurement equipment and support prototyping and integration of mechanical designs.

What you will do

• Design and build mechanical fixtures, mounts, and enclosures for test stands.
• Work with precision measurement equipment and mechanical subsystems.
• Support prototyping, fabrication, and integration of mechanical designs.
• Assist in design reviews and document test stand build processes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required qualifications

• Undergraduate, graduate, or PhD student pursuing Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM field.
• Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals relevant to your discipline.
• Experience with hands-on technical work in a lab, production, or project setting.
• Demonstrated history of taking ownership of projects and delivering results.
• Record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate, holding yourself and others to high standards, and being kind to others.

Nice to have

• Experience with CAD tools such as SolidWorks, NX, or CATIA.
• Hands-on experience with machining, 3D printing, or fabrication.
• Demonstrated adaptability, agility, and ability to innovate under pressure to meet dynamic project demands and drive successful outcomes.

Benefits

• Paid program.
• Housing stipend for qualified hires.

Before you apply

• Must be a student pursuing a qualifying STEM degree.

About the company

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company that builds intelligent systems to protect service members and civilians. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation technologies.