Shieldai
Staff Mechanical Engineer, Battery Pack Design (R6047)
Seattle, Washington. Posted a month ago
The role
This person will lead the mechanical design of battery systems for the X-BAT aircraft and the ground Launch and Recovery Vehicle. The work covers battery enclosures, cell packaging, thermal management, qualification and release to production.
What you will do
- Define mechanical specifications for the battery enclosure, thermal management and environmental protection
- Balance performance with size, weight, design for manufacturing, safety and reliability
- Do hands-on prototyping, testing, qualification and handoff to production
- Create assembly drawings and design for tolerance, assembly and serviceability
- Verify system performance through shock, vibration, ingress and thermal testing
- Investigate root causes of mechanical, environmental and manufacturing issues
- Support design reviews and deliver assigned engineering work for program goals
- Work in a fast-paced environment
Required qualifications
- B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
- Aerospace enclosure design experience on large aircraft, or an equivalent system such as a rocket, satellite, submarine or automotive system
- 5+ years of relevant experience
- Experience delivering aerospace systems to market
- Proficiency with mechanical engineering development tools, simulation and test equipment
- Strong technical fundamentals and analysis skills
Benefits
- Bonus
- Benefits
- Equity
- Temporary benefits package for temporary employees, applicable after 60 days of employment
Before you apply
- All offers are contingent on a cleared background and a possible reference check
- Pay depends on factors including skill set, experience, licences 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.