Senior Staff Mechanical Engineer (R5990)

Shield AI

Seattle, WA

On-site

Who this role is best for

Aimed at experienced mechanical engineers who can design electro-mechanical systems and work in fast-paced aerospace development.

Best fit for

Candidates with a deep background in aerospace mechanical design and systems integration
— “design, development, integration, and fielding of a next-generation autonomous aircraft system”
Individuals who have owned design projects from concept to system validation
— “Own your design work from concept to reviews through system validation”

Things to consider

The role demands expertise in both mechanical and electrical design disciplines
— “mechanical & electrical equipment design for aerospace, including harness integration and mechanical component design”
Compliance with multiple aerospace standards is a key requirement
— “Ensure avionics meet performance, safety, environmental, and EMI/EMC compliance standards”

How to stand out

Highlight experience with avionics packaging and thermal management in your resume
— “Design complex electro-mechanical solutions for avionics packaging, electrical interconnects, thermal management”
Demonstrate familiarity with DO-160 and MIL-STD-810 standards in interviews
— “Ensure avionics meet ... DO-160, DO-254, DO-178C, MIL-STD-810, and MIL-STD-461”
Showcase your ability to work in agile environments with evolving priorities
— “Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile development environment with evolving priorities”

Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

design complex electro-mechanical solutions for avionics packaging
perform structural and thermal analyses for avionics

Typical background

B.S. and/or MS in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering10+ years of experience in mechanical & electrical equipment design for aerospace

Skills & requirements

Required

Structural AnalysisThermal AnalysisModal AnalysisElectro-mechanical DesignCAD Software Proficiency

Preferred

Ecad Software ProficiencyFinite Element Analysis

Stack & domain

CAD Software (NX, Solidworks, Catia)Ecad Software (altium, Cadence, Allegro)Harness Design Software (capital, Zuken)Finite Element Analysis (fea)Thermal AnalysisFatigue/lifecycle TestingFast-paced, Agile Development EnvironmentEvolving PrioritiesAerospaceAvionics PackagingElectrical InterconnectsThermal ManagementAircraft Integration

About the role

Original posting from Shield AI via Lever

We are seeking a highly motivated engineer to support the design, development, integration, and fielding of a next-generation autonomous aircraft system. This position requires a balance of technical rigor, rapid decision-making, and hands-on engineering to efficiently transition concepts into operational capability. The ideal candidate is comfortable solving complex problems, taking ownership, working within an accelerated aircraft development environment, and is motivated by getting meaningful capability into the hands of operators quickly.
WHAT YOU’LL DO::
Design complex electro-mechanical 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 your design work from concept to reviews through system validation, failure analysis, and flight test readiness.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS::
B.S. and/or MS in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering
10+ years of experience in mechanical & electrical equipment design for aerospace, including harness integration and mechanical component design
Expertise in CAD software (NX, SolidWorks, CATIA, or similar) for 3D modeling, drawing creation, and system layout.
Familiarity with eCAD software (Altium, Cadence, Allegro), and harness design software (Capital, Zuken)
Experience working with electrical engineers to define PCB constraints, develop circuit cards, and care for all the mechanical interfaces
Familiarity with the PCB layout process and advanced manufacturing methods
Experience with finite element analysis (FEA), thermal analysis, and fatigue/lifecycle testing
Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile development environment with evolving priorities

Source: Shield AI careers (Lever)