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Power Electronics - Principal Electrical Engineer (R4822)

Shield AISeattle, WashingtonX-BAT Engineering - Avionics
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Salary
$210K - $310K USD
Job type
Full Time Employee
Posted
8 Apr 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Shield AI is seeking a Principal Power Electronics Engineer for a full-time position located in Seattle, Washington. This role suits an experienced engineering professional looking to lead power electronics development for advanced autonomous aircraft programs.

Role Overview

The Principal Electrical Engineer will take full ownership of power electronics design and integration for the X-BAT aircraft program. This position involves managing the complete lifecycle of power systems from initial conceptual design through final production. Working within the X-BAT Engineering Avionics department, the candidate will drive innovation in autonomous aviation technologies.

Key Responsibilities

Own the complete architecture, design, development, and delivery of power electronics and integrated systems for the X-BAT aircraft.
Define engineering requirements for power systems across multiple aircraft programs.
Collaborate cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of power electronics.
Manage power system development from the early concept stage all the way to production.

Skills and Tools

Power electronics architecture and converter design
Power system development and delivery
Requirements definition
Cross-functional collaboration
Hardware engineering and system integration

Salary and Benefits

Annual Salary: $210,000 to $310,000 USD
Employment Type: Full Time Employee

About the Company

Shield AI operates as a venture-backed defense-tech enterprise dedicated to safeguarding service members and civilians through the deployment of intelligent systems. The organization develops transformative technologies including Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, alongside Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality solutions. With a global footprint spanning the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region, Shield AI delivers technology that supports operations worldwide.

How to Apply

Questions candidates ask

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Power Electronics - Principal Electrical Engineer (R4822).

Where is the position located?

The position is located in Seattle, Washington.

What is the salary range for this role?

The salary range is between $210,000 and $310,000 USD per year.

What company is offering this job?

The job is offered by Shield AI, referenced as Defense.

What aircraft program will this engineer work on?

The engineer will work on the next-generation X-BAT aircraft program.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Shield AI careers page.

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