Staff Engineer, Mechanical (R4887)

shieldai· V-BAT Engineering - Mechanical
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📍 Dallas, TexasFull Time Employee💰 USD 130K–200K

About this role

Founded in 2015, 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 and V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft. 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.  Job Description: Help design and deliver the mechanical systems that power advanced aerospace platforms from concept to real-world operation. In this role, you will own hardware development across the full product lifecycle—working hands-on in CAD, analysis, and testing—while collaborating with cross-functional teams to build reliable, high-performance systems. Operating in a fast-paced environment, you’ll turn complex challenges into practical solutions and play a key role in bringing mission-ready technology to life.

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What is the salary for the Staff Engineer, Mechanical (R4887) role at shieldai?
The listed salary for this Staff Engineer, Mechanical (R4887) position at shieldai is USD 130K–200K. This is an Full Time Employee role.
Where is the Staff Engineer, Mechanical (R4887) position at shieldai located?
This Staff Engineer, Mechanical (R4887) role at shieldai is based in Dallas, Texas. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Staff Engineer, Mechanical (R4887) role at shieldai full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full Time Employee position. It is posted as a Staff Engineer, Mechanical (R4887) role in the V-BAT Engineering - Mechanical department at shieldai.
Which team or department does the Staff Engineer, Mechanical (R4887) at shieldai belong to?
This Staff Engineer, Mechanical (R4887) position is part of the V-BAT Engineering - Mechanical department at shieldai. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Staff Engineer, Mechanical (R4887) job at shieldai posted?
This Staff Engineer, Mechanical (R4887) position at shieldai was posted on May 5, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Staff Engineer, Mechanical (R4887)
shieldai · 💰 USD 130K–200K
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