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Senior Engineer, Avionics Thermal Engineering (R5298)

Shield AISeattle, WashingtonX-BAT Engineering - Mechanical
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Salary
$130K - $200K USD
Job type
Full Time Employee
Posted
9 Jul 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Role Overview

Defense is seeking a Senior Engineer for Avionics Thermal Engineering to join the X-BAT Engineering - Mechanical department in Seattle, Washington. This full-time position centers on designing and integrating advanced thermal management solutions for aircraft avionics and electronics cooling systems. This opportunity suits an innovative engineer who enjoys first-principles problem-solving and open-ended challenges.

Key Responsibilities

Take ownership of the complete design process for aircraft avionics thermal management systems.
Perform rigorous engineering analysis for complex electronics cooling challenges.
Integrate advanced thermal solutions seamlessly into aircraft products.
Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to ensure coordinated and efficient thermal architectures.

Requirements

Strong background in thermal engineering principles and electronics cooling applications.
Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguous and open-ended technical challenges.
Excellent communication skills for coordinating solutions across various functional teams.

Skills and Tools

First-principles problem-solving methodologies
Thermal management systems design and analysis
Electronics cooling techniques
Cross-functional communication and integration

Salary and Benefits

Annual salary range of $130,000 to $200,000 USD

About the Company

Defense, operating through Shield AI, is a venture-backed defense-technology enterprise focused on safeguarding service members and civilians through intelligent systems. The organization builds innovative solutions, including Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, alongside Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality tools. With a global footprint spanning the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region, the company actively supports critical operations worldwide.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official company careers page to submit their application for this position.

Questions candidates ask

What is the location of the Senior Engineer, Avionics Thermal Engineering role?

The position is based in Seattle, Washington.

Is this a remote position?

No, this is a full-time on-site employee role located in Seattle.

What is the salary range for this job?

The annual salary ranges from $130,000 to $200,000 USD.

Which department manages this role?

This role falls under the X-BAT Engineering - Mechanical department.

How can I apply for this position?

Candidates can apply directly on the official company careers page.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Shield AI careers page.

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