Posted:
3/17/2026, 11:18:13 AM
Location(s):
Massachusetts, United States ⋅ Dallas, Texas, United States ⋅ District of Columbia, United States ⋅ California, United States ⋅ San Diego, California, United States ⋅ Texas, United States ⋅ Washington, District of Columbia, United States ⋅ Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
Software Engineering
Workplace Type:
On-site
Pay:
$51/hr or $106,080 total comp
This engineer for mission systems will serve as a senior technical leader responsible for the end-to-end engineering of mission systems on advanced next-generation unmanned aircraft, including RF and optical/infrared sensors (Radar, IRST, EO/IR, etc..), Electronic Warfare, and associated support systems. This individual will shape the technical direction of programs, ensuring that the aircraft delivers decisive mission capabilities through robust, integrated, and certifiable system designs.
In this role, the engineer will drive mission system architectures, lead requirement development and allocation, and oversee system integration from concept through flight test and fielding. They will ensure that mission systems, avionics, and weapons are seamlessly integrated into the aircraft while meeting mission performance, safety, airworthiness, and compliance objectives.
Website: https://shield.ai/
Headquarter Location: San Diego, California, United States
Employee Count: 251-500
Year Founded: 2015
IPO Status: Private
Last Funding Type: Venture - Series Unknown