Staff Engineer, Mechanical Test (R4888)
shieldai· V-BAT Engineering - Mechanical
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:
Do you enjoy working in a dynamic lab environment and being part of a design team that will impact the safety of service members and civilians? If so, we want your help designing the next generation aircraft at Shield AI. The Mechanical Test team’s mission is to inform Shield AI hardware design by quantifying product performance and experience with custom measurement tools, and specialized analysis.
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Staff Mechanical Test Engineer to support the development, testing, and validation of advanced mechanical systems. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with hydraulic systems, various sensor technologies (e.g., force, pressure, strain, displacement), be proficient in python for test automation and data analysis, and demonstrate expert level proficiency in CAD tools such as NX.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Staff Engineer, Mechanical Test (R4888) role at shieldai?
The listed salary for this Staff Engineer, Mechanical Test (R4888) position at shieldai is USD 130K–200K. This is an Full Time Employee role.
Where is the Staff Engineer, Mechanical Test (R4888) position at shieldai located?
This Staff Engineer, Mechanical Test (R4888) 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 Test (R4888) 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 Test (R4888) role in the V-BAT Engineering - Mechanical department at shieldai.
Which team or department does the Staff Engineer, Mechanical Test (R4888) at shieldai belong to?
This Staff Engineer, Mechanical Test (R4888) 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.
How do I apply for the Staff Engineer, Mechanical Test (R4888) position at shieldai?
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When was the Staff Engineer, Mechanical Test (R4888) job at shieldai posted?
This Staff Engineer, Mechanical Test (R4888) position at shieldai was posted on May 5, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Staff Engineer, Mechanical Test (R4888)
shieldai · 💰 USD 130K–200K
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