Staff Engineer, Electromechanical - Ranger (R6388)

The role

This person will design and integrate avionics systems, taking designs from concept to production. The role covers electromechanical solutions, structural and thermal analysis, and compliance testing for aerospace equipment.

What you will do

• Design complex electromechanical 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 design work from concept and design reviews through system validation, failure analysis, and flight-test readiness

Required qualifications

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

Nice to have

• Ability to obtain an S//SAR-level security clearance

Benefits

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

Before you apply

• All offers are contingent on a cleared background and possible reference check
• Salary is influenced by factors including skill set, level of experience, licenses and certifications, and work location
• 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.