$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