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Lead Mechanical Engineer, Hardware Test (X-BAT) (R5271)

Shield AI

Seattle, WA · full time · Senior

$150,000 – $230,000

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 seeks a technical leader to design and build mechanical test infrastructure for validating autonomous aircraft hardware in demanding operational conditions. This role combines hands-on engineering with team leadership to deliver robust test stands and fixtures from concept through deployment.

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What they ask for

Required

  • Lead mechanical test infrastructure development
  • Design and build test stands and fixtures
  • Manage a small team
  • Establish engineering processes
  • Support aerospace hardware test programs
  • Cross-functional coordination

Nice to have

  • Experience with production-level test activities
  • Background in autonomous systems
  • Defense or aerospace industry experience

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