Senior Electrical Engineer, Test Equipment Design

The role

You will lead the design, validation and deployment of test systems for X-BAT aircraft components and subsystems. The work covers custom PCBs, automated Python test sequences, test fixtures and hands-on HASS, ESS and HALT testing.

What you will do

• Lead the design, validation and deployment of advanced test systems for X-BAT's critical components and subsystems.
• Architect PCBs and test interfaces for power electronics, RF and communication systems.
• Develop automated test sequences in Python, ensuring scalability, efficiency and repeatability.
• Design and integrate custom test fixtures, including relays, PLCs, PCBAs and harnessing.
• Own and drive cross-functional design reviews, advocating for design-for-testability improvements.
• Work hands-on with HASS, ESS and HALT testing, validating performance in simulated harsh environments.
• Be a technical mentor, guiding junior engineers.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field.
• Typically a minimum of 5 years of related experience in hardware design and test engineering (or equivalent experience with advanced degrees).
• Deep expertise in electrical design, mechanical and software engineering principles as applied to hardware test systems.
• Proven ability to design, implement and validate multidisciplinary hardware systems in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
• Track record of ownership, driving projects from concept to execution.
• A team-first mindset, with high standards for yourself and others.
• Track record of working hard, being a trustworthy teammate and being kind to others.

Nice to have

• Proficiency in Python or another scripting language for test automation.
• Hands-on experience with PCB design tools (Altium, KiCAD, Eagle) and CAD software (SolidWorks, NX, CATIA).
• Experience working in rugged, high-reliability industries like aerospace, defense or automotive.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to pivot quickly in dynamic environments.

Benefits

• Bonus for full-time regular employees.
• Benefits 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.
• 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.