About the role
Staff Engineer, Electromechanical - Ranger (R6388) at Shield AI in Seattle, Washington. On-site, full-time, paying $170k–$255k. Posted October 23, 2026.
Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AI’s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai. Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and YouTube.
We are looking for a Staff Electromechanical Engineer to join our team, focused on the design and integration of avionics systems and driving designs from concept to production. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, excel in cross-functional collaboration, and are passionate about building high-performance avionics systems, we want to hear from you.
We are looking for a Staff Electromechanical Engineer to join our team, focused on the design and integration of avionics systems and driving designs from concept to production. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, excel in cross-functional collaboration, and are passionate about building high-performance avionics systems, we want to hear from you.
WHAT YOU’LL 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 your 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
- Ability to obtain an S//SAR-level security clearance is desired
Prefer to apply yourself? Apply on Shield AI’s site
Quick answers
How much does this Shield AI job pay?
The posted pay is $170k–$255k.
Where is this job based?
Seattle, Washington. The role is on-site.
How much experience do you need?
The posting asks for 8+ years.
How do you apply?
Apply on Shield AI’s site using the link on this page. With a free Jobmagic account you can see how well you fit first.
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