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Senior Engineer, Systems Integration (R4310)

San Diego, California
Full Time On-site

Summary

Job Description

Shield AI is seeking a candidate to lead the seamless integration of complex systems into our vehicle's confined spaces. In this high-ownership role, you'll lead the systems layout on the vehicle, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to optimize size, weight, and cost. This involves managing the product structure, creating diverse zonal configurations, and spearheading iterative design discussions with key stakeholders to deliver a cohesive final product. This is your chance to design at the edge of innovation and autonomy, making a real-world impact.

What You'll Do

  • Lead vehicle systems layout configuration.
  • Design, analyze and procure all secondary support structure on vehicle.
  • Create and manage the product structure.
  • Drive iterative subsystem design discussions with key stakeholders to ensure a cohesive final product.
  • Manage physical and electrical interfaces across stakeholder teams.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering or Mechanical Engineering
  • Knowledge of aircraft systems (e.g., avionics, flight controls, hydraulics, electrical power distribution, environmental control systems, propulsion).
  • Strong CAD skills (NX preferred) with integration experience
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a highly collaborative team in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Clean Sheet Design to first flight experience
  • Experience with UAVs, aircraft, or robotic systems 
  • Proven experience leading technical integration efforts and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Materials selection inclusive of alloys, heat treatments, allowables, and finishes 
  • Hands-on machine shop or mechanic experience (professional or hobby) 
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex technical information to diverse audiences.
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About Shield AI

Shield AI

Shield AI is a defense technology company building autonomous AI systems for aircraft, drones, and intelligent mission software used in complex military environments. Founded in 2015, the company is best known for developing Hivemind, an AI pilot system that enables aircraft and drones to operate autonomously in contested and GPS-denied environments, supporting U.S. and allied defense missions.

For job seekers, Shield AI offers opportunities across advanced fields including artificial intelligence, robotics, software engineering, autonomy systems, aerospace engineering, embedded systems, and mission operations. The company is especially attractive to engineers, AI researchers, and defense professionals who want to work on real-world autonomous systems that are actively being deployed in operational military scenarios.

Unlike traditional defense contractors, Shield AI operates with a startup-style engineering culture focused on rapid experimentation, real-world testing, and fast deployment of autonomous capabilities. Employees work on tightly integrated AI and robotics systems that combine perception, decision-making, and control, enabling platforms to operate without direct human input in highly complex environments.

As modern warfare increasingly shifts toward autonomous systems, distributed sensing, and AI-enabled decision-making, Shield AI continues to grow as one of the most prominent companies in next-generation defense technology. For professionals seeking to build cutting-edge autonomy systems with direct mission impact, Shield AI stands out as a leading employer in the defense innovation ecosystem.

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