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Senior Staff Engineer, Test Director (R5446)

Shield AI

Washington, DC · full time · Senior

$171,680 – $257,520

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What this role is

This role leads the end-to-end testing and flight validation of autonomous systems on unmanned aircraft, owning technical decisions from simulation through operational deployment. It suits experienced aerospace or autonomy engineers who can direct cross-functional teams and make risk-informed calls under the pressure of flight test campaigns.

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

Skills this role names

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What they ask for

Required

  • Direct end-to-end integration and flight test of autonomy systems
  • Determine test readiness and manage execution risk
  • Lead cross-functional engineering and safety teams
  • Apply fly-fix-fly development methodology

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