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Propulsion Test Engineer (R4380)

Shield AI

Wichita Metro Area · 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 is looking for a seasoned propulsion engineer to lead testing strategy and execution for X-BAT, an autonomous vertical-takeoff jet aircraft. This role suits someone with deep jet engine test experience who wants to drive innovation in autonomous aviation through hands-on technical leadership.

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

What they ask for

Required

  • Deep expertise in jet propulsion testing
  • Developmental flight test operations experience
  • Mission control room operations experience
  • High-energy ground testing experience
  • Technical leadership across propulsion programs

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