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Senior Engineer, Air Vehicle Fluid Systems (R5203)

Shield AI

San Diego, CA · full time · Senior

$130,000 – $200,000

Listed on Shield AI’s own careers site. You apply with them directly — we never stand between you and the employer.

What this role is

Shield AI is building autonomous military aircraft and seeking a senior engineer to design and develop fluid systems for their X-BAT jet-engine VTOL drone, including cooling and thermal management. This role suits someone with substantial aerospace systems experience who can own component design, supplier relationships, and testing across multiple technical areas.

Our summary, not Shield AI’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

What they ask for

Required

  • Design and develop fluid systems for jet-engine VTOL aircraft
  • Perform system and component analysis and sizing
  • Engage with suppliers on fluid systems components
  • Support flight test operations

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