# Principal Engineer, Fluid & Thermal Systems (R4793)

Hiring organization: [Shield AI](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/shield-ai)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/1981890c-1ac2-42d1-8bf3-9fa066f26bfb

Listed on Shield AI's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Employment type: full time
- Seniority: Principal
- Location: Dallas, TX
- Salary: 250000 – 370000 USD per year

## Summary

Shield AI seeks an experienced fluid and thermal systems engineer to lead the design and optimization of cooling and propulsion systems for autonomous aircraft and ground robots used in defense operations. This role suits someone who combines deep technical expertise in thermal and fluid mechanics with the leadership skills to guide cross-functional teams through complex engineering challenges.

_Our summary, not Shield AI's wording._

## Skills named

Fluid Mechanics, Prototyping, Systems Integration

## Required

- Design and optimize fluid and thermal systems for autonomous systems
- Lead technical development from concept through production
- Collaborate across engineering disciplines
- Ensure systems perform in harsh operating environments

Apply on Shield AI's site: https://jobs.lever.co/shieldai/3dddb78e-4ade-48e3-95d3-84a160dc421d/apply