Posted:
9/30/2026, 2:55:01 AM
Location(s):
Washington, United States ⋅ Seattle, Washington, United States
Experience Level(s):
Senior
Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering
Workplace Type:
On-site
Pay:
$179k–$228k/yr
Shield AI is looking for a Director of Avionics Mechanical Engineering to build and lead the organization responsible for all mechanical, thermal, and harnessing (EWIS) design for the X-BAT aircraft and ground equipment. You'll set the technical strategy and organizational structure, develop managers and technical leads, and be accountable for delivering flight-critical electro-mechanical hardware from concept through production. As a senior member of the avionics leadership team, you'll partner with engineering, program, and operations leaders to shape architecture, schedule, and resourcing decisions. Leaders at Shield are expected to have strong technical fundamentals and a real history of hands-on design.
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
Visa Sponsorship: Sponsors work visas