Senior Engineer, Systems Test (R5038)

The role

You will lead simulation-driven testing, automation and software quality work for Hivemind autonomy software. You will build and run test frameworks so the software performs reliably in simulated and real-world mission environments.

What you will do

• Develop automated regression, integration and system-level tests for Hivemind software quality and stability across releases
• Identify, reproduce and diagnose software issues, working with development teams to drive fixes
• Create and execute test plans and documentation for autonomy software in simulated environments
• Design, implement and maintain simulation-based test frameworks for Hivemind autonomy behavior and performance
• Build tools and utilities in Python to automate testing, data processing and analysis
• Develop test harnesses and data validation tools for SIL, HIL, VIL and simulation environments
• Contribute to testing methodologies, metrics and performance benchmarks for autonomy software validation
• Support scaling and reliability of simulation infrastructure used for large-scale software validation
• Maintain detailed, accurate test documentation with traceability and knowledge sharing
• Work with developers to integrate test coverage into the CI/CD pipeline

Required qualifications

• 3-5 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 2-4 years with a Master's degree; or 2 years with a PhD; or equivalent work experience
• Proficiency in Python
• Experience in robotics, small UAS or related hands-on engineering projects
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and debugging skills
• Passion for intelligent aircraft systems
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional software, hardware and mechanical engineering teams
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies and methods quickly
• Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance

Nice to have

• Experience testing autonomous systems, robotics software or flight autonomy algorithms
• Familiarity with C++ and software/hardware integration concepts
• Experience with HIL or VIL test environments
• Exposure to machine learning or AI-driven autonomy systems
• Background in simulation infrastructure design, distributed testing or test data management
• Quality Assurance experience, including process definition, metrics and validation tracking
• Experience with aerospace, defense or mission-critical software
• Active SECRET clearance

Benefits

• Bonus
• Equity
• Benefits for full-time regular employees
• Temporary benefits package after 60 days of employment for temporary employees

Before you apply

• US citizenship is required; only US citizens are eligible for a security clearance
• Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance is required
• All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check
• Military fellows and part-time employees are not eligible for benefits

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.