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Engineer II, Battery Test (R5954)

Shield AISan Diego, CaliforniaX-BAT Engineering - Avionics
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Salary
$96K - $170K USD
Job type
Full Time Employee
Posted
9 Sept 2026
Status
Open · checked 9d ago

About this role

Shield AI is hiring an Engineer II, Battery Test for a full-time position located in San Diego, California. This role focuses on the testing and verification of battery energy storage for the X-BAT aircraft and is well-suited for a professional with a background in electrical, mechanical, chemical, or test engineering.

Role Overview

The Avionics Engineering team at Shield AI is expanding to support the ongoing development of the X-BAT aircraft. In this position, the professional will focus on establishing, running, and reviewing battery storage test systems designed to evaluate energy storage performance. Working at the intersection of multiple engineering disciplines, the selected candidate will collaborate closely with the Power Systems group and other interdisciplinary teams.

Key Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and maintain battery storage test systems.
Characterize energy storage performance for flight-critical applications.
Partner with the Power Systems unit throughout the design, verification, integration, and qualification phases.
Collaborate across various engineering departments to ensure successful battery system validation.

Requirements

Experience working within electrical, mechanical, chemical, or test engineering domains.
Ability to set up and analyze battery storage test equipment.
Availability to work on-site in San Diego, California.

Skills and Tools

Battery energy storage testing
Test system setup and operation
Data analysis
Cross-functional engineering collaboration
Power systems evaluation

Salary and Benefits

The annual salary range for this position is between $96,000 and $170,000 USD.

About the Company

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense technology enterprise dedicated to safeguarding service members and civilians through the use of intelligent systems. The company builds advanced technology, including Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation platforms. With multiple domestic and international facilities, Shield AI deploys solutions that support operations around the globe.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official Shield AI careers page to submit an application for this opportunity.

Questions candidates ask

Where is this job located?

This position is based in San Diego, California.

What is the salary range for this role?

The annual salary ranges from $96,000 to $170,000 USD.

What project will this engineer support?

The role supports the development, testing, and verification of the X-BAT aircraft.

Which team does this role belong to?

The position sits within the X-BAT Engineering - Avionics department.

How can I apply for this position?

You can apply by visiting the official company careers website.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Shield AI careers page.

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