Shield AI is seeking an Electrical Failure Analysis Engineer to join their team, focusing on the design, integration, and troubleshooting of electronics systems for their aircraft. The role involves performing failure analysis investigations, root cause analysis, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive corrective actions. This is a hardware-focused role within an AI company, but the specific position is not directly building or deploying AI models.

Senior Staff Structural Analyst for UAV platforms, focusing on structural analysis, validation, and integrity across development, flight test, and production. Requires advanced technical leadership and expertise in aerospace structures.

Senior Engineer, Mechanical Test role focused on developing and executing test plans for mechanical performance, structural integrity, and environmental durability of aircraft systems. Responsibilities include designing and operating test fixtures, integrating sensors, scripting with Python for automation and data analysis, performing FEA, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Requires a Bachelor's/Master's in Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years of experience, and proficiency in Python and CAD.

Director of End User Computing leading global strategy, execution, and operational excellence of enterprise IT services including Service Desk, Asset Management, Platform Engineering, and Workplace Technology. Responsible for delivering a secure, scalable, and high-performing end-user environment.

Principal Engineer, Software Architect for Shield AI's XBAT program, focusing on defining and evolving the system-wide software architecture for airborne vehicles, ground stations, and autonomy layers. The role emphasizes translating safety and security goals into technical requirements, ensuring architecture supports safety-critical and cyber-relevant workflows, and driving cross-team alignment. It involves setting technical direction for long-term scalability, mentoring engineers, producing architecture artifacts, leading technical reviews, defining architecture governance, and collaborating with various teams to manage boundaries and drive technology evaluation. The position requires deep expertise in software architecture for complex, multi-domain systems, particularly in safety-critical fields like aerospace or defense, with a proven track record of delivering production software that meets stringent requirements.

Senior Aerostructures Design Engineer for autonomous aircraft development, focusing on structural components from concept to production. Requires experience in aerospace structures, CAD, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Senior Electrical Engineer focused on designing and validating advanced test systems for aerospace hardware (V-BAT UAVs), including PCBs, automated test sequences, and test fixtures, with a focus on reliability and harsh environment testing.

Shield AI is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design, validation, and deployment of advanced test systems for their V-BAT UAV. This role involves architecting PCBs, developing automated test sequences in Python, and integrating custom test fixtures to ensure the reliability of aerospace hardware in harsh environments. The engineer will also mentor junior staff and drive design-for-testability improvements.

Electrical Engineer on the Hardware Test team responsible for designing and automating test systems for UAV components, including power electronics, RF communications, and system integration. Requires PCB design, Python scripting, and environmental testing experience.

The Receiving Inspector is responsible for performing inspections on incoming materials, components, and final products to ensure conformance to aerospace industry specifications, customer requirements, and company quality standards. This position helps ensure product quality, compliance with AS9100 and customer requirements, and supports continuous improvement initiatives within the organization.

Shield AI is a deep-tech company developing intelligent systems for defense, including V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft. This role involves performing flight operations, testing, training, demonstrations, and maintenance for their unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).

Senior Engineer to build and scale simulation frameworks for integrated testing of autonomy, GNC, and embedded systems in C++ for next-generation aircraft programs. Focus on deterministic, high-performance simulation tools for faster-than-real-time execution, scenario simulation tooling, formal test infrastructure, and V&V analysis.

This is a Director of Indirect Procurement role at Shield AI, a deep-tech company focused on intelligent systems for defense. The role is responsible for developing and executing the enterprise-wide strategy for indirect spend categories, including IT, software, professional services, and facilities. Key responsibilities include strategic sourcing, supplier governance, executive stakeholder partnership, procurement operations, compliance, risk management, and reporting. The role requires 10+ years of experience in indirect procurement and leadership, with a strong understanding of procurement frameworks and systems.

Senior Staff RF Engineer responsible for technical leadership, design, integration, testing, and compliance of RF systems for the VBAT aircraft. This role involves optimizing RF link performance, defining system requirements, improving processes, and mentoring teammates within a defense technology company.

Shield AI is seeking a Director of Communications, Europe to lead their regional communications strategy from their London hub. This role will shape how Shield AI's mission is understood across Europe, establishing the company as a credible presence in media, and will define how Shield AI is perceived across Europe at a moment when AI and autonomy are central to security, industrial strategy, and public debate.

This role is for a Principal Structural Design Engineer at Shield AI, a defense technology company focused on autonomous aircraft. The engineer will lead the design and development of structural components for next-generation UAVs, working across disciplines to ensure structural integrity and manufacturability. Responsibilities include CAD modeling, FEA analysis, material selection, design reviews, and mentoring junior engineers. The role requires extensive experience in aircraft structural design, particularly with composites and metallic structures, and expertise in CAD and FEA tools.

Senior Engineer role focused on the end-to-end mission processing and data storage capability, and integration of mission-critical subsystems on advanced next-gen unmanned aircraft. Responsibilities include shaping technical direction, driving mission system architectures, leading requirement development, and overseeing system integration from concept through flight test and fielding. Ensures seamless integration of mission processing, avionics, payloads, and weapons while meeting performance, safety, airworthiness, and compliance objectives.

Senior Regional Manager for Shield AI, a defense tech company, responsible for driving strategy, sales growth, and program execution in the West Balkans, Greece & Cyprus region. This role involves managing pipeline development, order capture, market expansion, and serving as the primary interface with government and military stakeholders.

Shield AI is a deep-tech company developing intelligent systems for defense, including aircraft and AI-powered products. This role is for a High Voltage Specialist/Sr. Technician supporting the Avionics Engineering team in designing and verifying high voltage power systems for the X-BAT aircraft. Responsibilities include setting up and executing tests for custom circuits, performing PCBA testing and debugging, supporting environmental qualifications, and assisting with lab buildout. Requires 2+ years of experience with high voltage systems (270V+), benchtop testing, PCBA/harness rework, and reading schematics.

Shield AI is a deep-tech company developing intelligent systems for defense, including aircraft and vision products. This Field Marketing Manager role for the Middle East will focus on building brand awareness, supporting business development, and strengthening customer/partner relationships through localized marketing campaigns and events. The role requires developing and executing regional marketing strategies, localizing global campaigns, planning events, supporting go-to-market efforts, and managing budgets. It emphasizes strong communication skills, experience in marketing within aerospace/defense, and understanding of B2G/B2B marketing in regulated industries.

This role is for a Senior Staff Engineer focused on Mechanical Test for aircraft development at Shield AI. The position involves designing, building, and operating test fixtures and systems, integrating sensors, automating tests with Python, analyzing data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Experience with hydraulic systems, CAD (NX), and Finite Element Analysis is required. The role is not directly AI/ML related but supports the development of AI-powered aircraft.

Principal Engineer, Aircraft Thermal at Shield AI, a deep-tech company focused on intelligent systems for defense. The role involves leading thermal analysis and characterization for unmanned aerial vehicles, architecting and validating models, defining test plans, and mentoring teams. Requires B.S. in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering, 12+ years of experience in avionics/electronics thermal engineering, and expertise in heat transfer, fluid mechanics, and thermal management techniques for aircraft. Proficiency with thermal analysis/CFD tools and CAD is necessary. The role emphasizes first-principles problem solving and leadership in a mission-critical aerospace context.

Shield AI is seeking a Hardware Test Senior Technician to build and maintain test systems for their V-BAT and X-BAT vehicles. This role involves designing, assembling, and maintaining electrical, mechanical, and software elements of test fixtures, responding to production floor issues, and contributing to design reviews to improve testing processes and hardware reliability.

Senior Systems Engineer at Shield AI, a deep-tech defense company, focusing on the design and development of integrated solutions for aircraft and autonomy technology stacks. Responsibilities include capturing system requirements, defining system architectures using MBSE tools (UML, SysML), and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Requires a STEM degree and significant systems engineering experience.

Senior Staff NPI Manufacturing Engineer with 10+ years of experience in establishing manufacturing sequences, standardized work, ergonomic workstations, and MES-driven instructions for aerospace assemblies. This role drives production stability during early builds and rate acceleration by developing repeatable processes, eliminating waste, and enhancing quality.

Seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support the fabrication and assembly of advanced composite airframes for next-generation aircraft. Responsibilities include designing assembly tools, optimizing manufacturing processes, and ensuring compliance with aerospace standards. Requires experience in aircraft manufacturing and tooling design, with proficiency in CAD software.

Engineering Manager for Mechanical Design to lead a team developing mechanical systems for autonomous UAV platforms. Responsibilities include supporting design reviews, scoping resources, assigning individuals to projects, and creating development processes. Requires B.S. in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering, leadership experience, and strong CAD/analysis skills.

This role is for a Full-Stack Software Engineer to build internal tools for Shield AI's operations, focusing on manufacturing, operational planning, and execution using Palantir Foundry. The role involves developing backend services, data transformations, and user interfaces, collaborating with various teams, and contributing to technical direction.

This role focuses on the physical integration of complex systems into vehicles, optimizing for size, weight, and cost. It involves leading systems layout, managing product structure, and driving design discussions with stakeholders. While the company is in the AI/robotics space, this specific role is centered on traditional systems engineering and integration rather than direct AI/ML development.

This role is for a Senior Staff Propulsion Test Engineer at Shield AI, a defense tech company focused on intelligent systems for aircraft. The engineer will lead propulsion test planning and execution for the X-BAT autonomous VTOL jet aircraft, directing engine and hover test campaigns and providing technical leadership. The role requires deep expertise in jet propulsion testing, developmental flight test operations, and high-energy ground testing, working closely with various engineering teams to ensure safe and rapid development.

This role involves the precision assembly, inspection, and testing of early-design stage wire harnesses, PCBAs, and composite structures for aircraft and aerospace systems. It requires adherence to stringent quality standards, technical specifications, and industry regulations like IPC/WHMA-A-620 and AS9100, contributing to high-reliability products for aerospace applications.

Shield AI is seeking a Senior Staff Product Designer to lead end-to-end design for autonomy solutions, focusing on the user experience for operators, test engineers, and AI engineers. The role involves shaping product strategy, driving design quality, and influencing cross-functional planning for complex, technical products in the defense sector.

Manager, Accounting for a deep-tech company focused on intelligent systems in the defense sector. Responsibilities include managing the global accounting close process, intercompany activities, and process improvement initiatives, with a focus on audit readiness and SOX compliance.

Seeking a Senior Staff Engineer, Supplier Development with a focus on mechanical components and engines in the aerospace industry. Responsibilities include auditing supplier processes, ensuring quality assurance, developing supplier capabilities, providing technical support, monitoring performance, managing risks, and supporting new product introductions. Requires 7+ years of experience in mechanical hardware manufacturing/manufacturing engineering, ability to analyze drawings, and significant travel.

Senior Staff Engineer role focused on designing and developing advanced networking capabilities for autonomous systems, specifically the EdgeOS Communication stack. The role involves owning the architecture, implementation, and integration of high-performance C++ networking components for reliable, low-latency communication in dynamic environments.

Shield AI is seeking a Senior Contracts Manager to support defense contracting operations. The role involves preparing, negotiating, and managing contracts, ensuring compliance with federal regulations like FAR, DFARS, and ITAR. Responsibilities include drafting agreements, administering government contracts, identifying risks, and supporting proposal development. Requires 8-12 years of experience in contract management within a defense contracting environment and a strong understanding of government procurement processes.

Senior Software Engineer role focused on C++ and Python software development, systems integration, CI/CD pipelines, and distributed real-time systems within a deep-tech defense company.

Staff Software Engineer, C++ Software Integration at Shield AI. This role focuses on C++ and Python systems, distributed systems, simulation environments, CI/CD pipelines, and debugging real-time systems. It requires significant experience in C++ and Linux, with a strong systems integration background. The role supports the development of intelligent systems for defense applications but is not directly involved in building AI models or agents.

Staff Software Engineer, C++ Software Integration role at Shield AI, focusing on architecting and implementing high-performance C++ and Python systems, leading integration of distributed systems and simulation tools, defining technical direction, and owning CI/CD pipelines. Requires advanced C++ experience, Linux proficiency, systems integration background, and CI/CD experience. Active SECRET clearance required.

Staff Electrical Engineer for an autonomous aircraft company, focusing on full product and circuit design for flight-critical subsystems, including analog, digital, high-speed, power, compute, sensors, and FPGA. Responsibilities include designing for high reliability in challenging environments, full-cycle hardware development, PCB ownership, board bring-up, testing, cross-functional collaboration, design review leadership, and program execution. Requires a B.S. in Electrical Engineering, 5+ years of experience, and familiarity with circuit design, schematic capture, testing, debugging, system integration, and Altium.

Shield AI is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to support the fabrication and assembly of advanced composite airframes for next-generation aircraft. This role involves designing assembly tools and fixtures, optimizing manufacturing processes, and ensuring compliance with aerospace industry standards. The position requires expertise in aircraft structure assembly, CAD software proficiency, and strong problem-solving skills.

This role is for a Senior Director of Strategic Capture focused on the Office of the Secretary of War (OSW) and the Joint Staff within a defense technology company that develops AI-powered systems. The primary responsibility is business development and strategy, not direct AI/ML development or research. The role requires understanding of defense priorities, organizational structures, and acquisition processes to shape future adoption of autonomy, AI, and unmanned systems.

This role is for a Senior Engineer focused on building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines and build systems for a deep-tech company developing AI-powered systems. The primary focus is on improving developer iteration time, reliability, and scalability of the build and test infrastructure, rather than direct AI model development.

Seeking an Engineering Manager of Mechanical Design to lead a team developing mechanical systems for Shield AI's next-generation autonomous UAV platform. Responsibilities include designing complex electro-mechanical solutions, driving analyses, ensuring compliance, and leading work from design through production.

Senior Electrical Engineer for Shield AI's X-BAT aircraft avionics system development. Responsibilities include circuit and sub-system design, mixed-signal systems, test execution, system integration, and leading/mentoring teammates. Requires a Bachelor's degree in EE, 3+ years of experience, familiarity with CAD/PLM software, and a track record of ownership and delivery.

This role is for a Staff Engineer focused on advanced manufacturing processes for aerospace assemblies, including establishing manufacturing sequences, standardized work, and ergonomic workstations. It involves driving production stability, developing repeatable processes, and enhancing quality within a deep-tech company that produces intelligent systems.

Staff Engineer focused on industrial manufacturing systems, material flow, and factory layout for aerospace hardware production. Responsibilities include mapping current-state flow, designing 2D/3D layouts, running capacity analysis, defining material presentation, leading design reviews, and performing discrete-event simulations. Requires 7+ years of experience in factory layout/industrial engineering and a Bachelor's degree in a related engineering field, with experience in prototype manufacturing in a startup environment.