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Senior Staff Engineer, Mechanical Test (R4413)

Shield AISeattle, WashingtonX-BAT Engineering - Mechanical
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Salary
$200K - $300K USD
Job type
Full Time Employee
Posted
15 Jan 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

Role Overview

Defense is hiring a full-time Senior Staff Engineer, Mechanical Test in Seattle, Washington, to join the X-BAT Engineering - Mechanical department. This position suits an experienced engineering professional who wants to work in an active lab environment and help shape the next generation of aircraft.

The Mechanical Test group focuses on guiding hardware design through custom measurement tools, specialized analysis, and performance quantification. Candidates will contribute to the creation and validation of advanced mechanical systems that protect service members and civilians through intelligent technology.

Key Responsibilities

Support the development, testing, and validation of advanced mechanical systems within a dynamic lab setting.
Quantify product performance and hardware experience using custom measurement equipment and specialized analysis techniques.
Automate testing processes and analyze data using Python.
Utilize expert-level computer-aided design capabilities to support hardware projects.

Requirements

Hands-on experience working with hydraulic systems.
Proficiency with various sensor technologies including force, pressure, strain, and displacement sensors.
Demonstrated programming proficiency in Python for test automation and data analysis.
Expert-level proficiency in CAD tools such as NX.

Skills and Tools

Python
Hydraulic systems
Force, pressure, strain, and displacement sensors
CAD tools, specifically NX
Custom measurement tools and specialized analysis

Salary and Benefits

Salary range: $200,000 to $300,000 USD per year
Employment type: Full Time Employee

About the Company

Defense, operating as Shield AI, is a venture-backed defense-tech enterprise dedicated to protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. The organization builds products such as Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities spanning the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and the Asia-Pacific region, the company provides technology that actively supports operations globally.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official company careers page to apply for this position.

Skills and tech stack

Questions candidates ask

What is the location of the Senior Staff Engineer, Mechanical Test role?

The position is located in Seattle, Washington.

What is the salary range for this position?

The salary ranges from $200,000 to $300,000 USD per year.

What programming language is required for test automation?

Python is required for test automation and data analysis.

What CAD tool proficiency is necessary for the job?

Candidates must demonstrate expert-level proficiency in CAD tools such as NX.

How should I submit my application?

Applicants should 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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